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Post by loobyloo on Aug 6, 2022 17:54:11 GMT 1
(saw this on another local expat site today)
author Hi folks, our pool has gone waywire with what I think are calcium flakes.
It is beyond us to put it right, can anyone advise please!
Billie the pool man What’s app 658382237 is the man very helpful. Used him from 2004 xxxx
author thanks, I will message him! xxxx
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Post by loobyloo on Aug 15, 2022 8:52:58 GMT 1
(saw this on another local expat site today)
author: Any recommendations for dependable and not too expensive pool cleaners?
Another vote for Billie. xxxx
billy again xxxx
Billie 658 38 22 37 xxxx
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Post by loobyloo on Aug 16, 2022 10:23:32 GMT 1
(saw this on another local expat site today)
Ross McCormack xxxx
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Post by loobyloo on Aug 21, 2022 7:58:04 GMT 1
(saw this on another local expat site today)
author:The electric pump in my pool
Is tripping so isn’t filtering. Does anyone know of anyone decent who could look at it asap? Thanks in advance
Barme Agua xxxx
Graham claytor xxxx
LealBuilds Edificaciones Chiclana xxxx
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Post by loobyloo on Aug 21, 2022 18:59:07 GMT 1
(saw this on another local expat site just now)
Hi my husband can fix It tomorro if you want ? My number is 711767548 xxxx
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Post by loobyloo on Aug 24, 2022 17:46:39 GMT 1
(saw this on another local expat site today)
author: Big thanks to Billie of Clearwaterpiscinas for good, efficient and timely replacement of pool filter! No more worries and a pool xxxx can use! Thank you xxxx
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Post by spanglish99 on Aug 25, 2022 20:48:56 GMT 1
I’ve heard Ben (formerly CDL Caretaking) has returned to Chiclana. He always knew a thing or two about pools !
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 3, 2022 11:15:32 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: The day after an autumn levante 💨🍁 and Paul's Pools is officially open for business.
If you're looking for an honest and comprehensive pool-cleaning service then give me a call or
send a message to +34 666 93 36 39. Cheers!
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Post by loobyloo on Nov 4, 2022 10:34:22 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: How long to leave a pool before water after a regrout please? TIA
Ben Walby
24 hrs for grout to dry properly then can be filled. Add some anti-cal to prevent the water pulling impurities from the fresh grout and also be sure not to over chlorinate
Author: Ben Walby thanks
Clearwaterpiscinas
Depends on the type of grout used and the weather but generally, in our experience 3 days. It’ll probably say on the sack of grout.
Author: Clearwaterpiscinas thanks
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Post by loobyloo on Dec 14, 2022 13:30:41 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Suggestions please as to where I can purchase this type of piston. Its for the sand filter housing lid.
Its 33cms long when closed, extending to 55cms. I have tried all of the large ferriterias on Pelegatos and most of
the pool shops in Chiclana even Ormotas and Imargesum. All to no avail. next step short of no suggestions is online. Thanks in advance.
I got something similar from Amazon.es. It was for my caravan skylight and I bought a pair for my bed base too. Super cheap. Google the code on it.
You should find it online if not Amazon. ****
you could try a metal fabricator (loads in Chiclana) as they may well stock them for making bespoke lids. Amazon defo has them - just search for hydraulic strut.
Be sure to purchase the correct rating in Newtons. Too few and the lid wont hold open, too many and you wont be able to close it.
Should be noted on the sode of your existing one (xxN) ****
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Post by loobyloo on Jun 30, 2023 16:29:30 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author:
Anyone know how you reduce the water pressure on your well pump?
Quite simple pressure regulator just needs adjusting. Will be happy to have a look if you are struggling ****
author:
Thats so kind of you , got someone coming tomorrow but may get back to you.....thanks again.
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Post by loobyloo on Jul 15, 2023 16:18:54 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author:
A complaint about a pool going milky and green……
The pool is being used by yourselves and your family who have no understanding of how a pool works or functions…..
Have a look at that yellow scum line that has stained this rubber dingy………..
That line is YOUR sun cream and all the other crap you stick on your face, legs and wherever else ……..
That is why you should always shower before you get in the pool, at the end of the day, that’s your making……
Always shower well before entering any pool you use if you want it to be in good condition throughout your stay………
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Post by loobyloo on Jul 28, 2023 16:28:56 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author:
Can anyone offer an opinion on pool lining v re-tiling? My pool leaks about 75mm per week.
I’ve used a couple of Aqua Stop but doesn’t seemed to have worked. It’s gone beyond the lights
so think it’s structural. Any recommendations?
Have you checked all pipelines to see where the leak actually is? Can you see a visible crack to say it’s structural?
Pipe works on skimmers and in general are they rigid or flexible pipes? ****
Flexible pipes degrade pretty fast. I don’t even know how they are allowed. So if that’s the case (it was mine some years ago)
you’ll have to replace them. Mines were from the skimmer to the motor ****
If the leak is past the lights the only pipework leak option left is the ‘sumidero’ (bottom drain). This is less likely to have
been constructed using flexible pipe, but we are seeing lots of failures on rigid pipework and joints around 20 years old now.
If you have a structural issue, lining or re-tiling will not solve it im afraid. The cause of the crack needs to be repaired,
then remedial work done on the pool itself. Investigation is key here, to try and ascertain the cause. ****
author:
I agree, I’ll have to get some investigation work done before I go any further. Thanks
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Post by loobyloo on Jul 31, 2023 16:20:12 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
Pool lining v Re-tiling Cont: from above
75mm a week , 7.5 cm
So I assume you haven't got your pool on automatic top up
Are you topping up by hand via a hosepipe
Or are you saying ..you're not adding any water and it's losing 75mms a week ( that's the only way you'd know the extent of a " leak" )
If the latter .. it could be just good old evaporation ... pools are losing a ton of water to evaporation at the moment .. i'd say mine
would easily lose that without top up .. mines 8 by 4
Ignoring the above , if you do have a leak .. its pretty much as advised by the others
Historically my.pool lost water till it got below the skimmers ... this was a direct result of the use of consatina pipes and chlorine
tablets in the skimmers .. the chlorine flakes collect in the pipe ridges and make them twist and break .. this results in the need to
dig up the pipes between the skimmers and the pump house and replace the affected pipes
Note its a good idea not to put chlorine tablets in the skimmers .. you can use pool floats or introduce liquid chlorine
If the leak continues and the water continues to drop below the skimmers ..then it's the bottom drain or structural
Best to get an expert in
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Post by loobyloo on Aug 2, 2023 11:48:34 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author:
We have a polyester pool and it has a really bad rim of calcium around the edge due to the hard water. I know bicarb of soda and white vinegar works in most cases
but I am reluctant to scrub it with a green scourer as I don't want to damage the surface. Anyone got a similar problem? What do you use. TIA
I know bicarb of soda and white vinegar works in most cases". No, it really doesn't. When you mix them they destroy each other. Bicarb plus vinegar gives carbon dioxide
plus water plus sodium acetate.
Vinegar on its own would do better. ****
I look after a pool that is the same and the best stuff to use is this which you can buy in Orrequia Mota
ASTAL POOL
Netoline Solucion, Limpia La Linea De Flotacion, Gel Mas Eficaz ****
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 3, 2023 15:33:02 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author:
Someone used to advertise underwater tiling repairs for swimming pools on Baywatch. Can anyone tell me who they were please and contact details.
It was Andy Clark but as far as i know he is back in the uk. Not sure if anyone else does it. ****
My dad but he has moved back to the UK ****
658 476 952 Roger ****
It is probably Roger, he did our pool as well. ****
Roger did my pool great job and reasonable price ****
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Post by loobyloo on Oct 4, 2023 16:07:55 GMT 1
Cont: from prevous post
author: Thanks all, I have made contact with Roger.
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Post by loobyloo on Nov 24, 2023 16:30:22 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: CHICLANA.ES Nov 23, 2023 2:25 p.m.
Chiclana Natural will reduce water pressure due to the drought, except from 6:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and from 8:30 p.m. to midnight
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Post by loobyloo on Mar 2, 2024 17:38:29 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently) author: Hi, how do you go about testing your water? I tried one local company but they didn't respond. Any recommendations would be welcom. Thank you maps.app.goo.gl/TnfoLjp1A9d5gNfQ8?g_st=ic This pharmacy does it. **** Usually a local pharmacy. Used to be around 40 euros. **** you have to go get a special bottle from them first **** Biocentrol Laboratorios in Urbisur also do it. ****
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Post by loobyloo on Mar 17, 2024 16:47:07 GMT 1
author: Junta de Andalucia
Comunicado.prohibicion llenada y rellenada de piscinas 14/3/2024
( Unable to copy/paste the notice that was on another local expat site recently)
So how does that apply to ´topping up´ a filled pool, is it only applicable to ´town water´ or does it also appy to well water? ****
no idea to be honest. Just something I've shared from the Junta page. I believe there is also one for people with sprinkler systems ****
Buti the guy that does asphalt and has a water taker near us asked yesterday if we needed pool water as from Monday he was not allowed to deliver it ****
yep, think it's going to be a problem this year. Wonder if they're restricting the hotels and the golf courses on their water usage!! ****
the golf course I play on only uses re- cycled water ****
Perfecto ****
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Post by loobyloo on Mar 18, 2024 17:03:13 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
follows on from prev post re: Piscinas
As it says they await the official publication so they can be absolutely clear
As it stands that refers to shared community pools ..it doesn't mention private , whether on town water or well
But the reference to " not even from tanker lorries " which generally fill up from private water sources ( wells)
.. looks to me like they apply these measures to private homes on wells and definitely those on agua portable
And just how will they police it
They can control tanker deliveries
De facto any body with a full sparkling pool will have been breaking the rules as evaporation will gradually empty them ****
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Post by loobyloo on Apr 2, 2024 15:39:42 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Let's talk water filtration💧
In the case of a property with salty, hard well water what filtration system do you use?
We're concerned about how it will affect appliances and the effectiveness of cleaning clothes.
We'd like to completely correct the water for the whole house if we can.
What do people use? Can you recommend services/products? Is just softening enough?
Would love to hear people's experiences and advice. Thanks in advance
We use a plugged-in water softener for the reasons you mention, even though we have mains water,
due to the highish calcium content. I'm aware of a firm called Ikozengua that have a local agent
who sell a water purifying system that works with well water. ****
There are specialised companies to help with every water situation who can offer tailored advice
depending on your water quality and needs. Send me a pm if you would like information of local people.
Personally we have reasonable well water and just use a large filtration device to remove impurities. (Rana verde) ****
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Post by loobyloo on Apr 3, 2024 14:00:03 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
Cont from prev post
Water Filtration
My neighbours in Pago central near Cazadores used to have a water softening system but gave up using it.
Mind you that was over 20 years ago and systems may have improved. What I was told was that water softening systems use a lot of water,
which is scarce in wells in some areas. I was at the Southampton Boat Show a year ago and for water purification
there was a company selling a system that used an LED light. The water straight out of the Southampton Water tasted great. ****
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Post by loobyloo on Apr 4, 2024 14:58:10 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
Cont from prev post
Water filtraation
We live in El Marquesado and have always used our own well water. The first washing machine lasted 14 years.
The first electric hot water tank lasted 15 years. Not at all sure water softening etc would improve on that!
author: is your water salty though? That's what I think will kill appliances
no. ****
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Post by loobyloo on May 6, 2024 14:05:39 GMT 1
(on another local expat site recently)
author: Hi can anyone explain why Chiclana Natural (water co) have taken money from
our account just now when we aren’t connected to a water supply? TIA
You can check that you are only paying for basura. I discovered some years ago I had been charged for water
and sewage services as well so took my case to them and now I only pay for basura as I should. ****
Yes Basursa 32e bi monthly. I receive an email bill. ****
It's for the Basura probably ****
author: Well thanks for your answers. Very strange that basura charges are taken from a water company though?
it's not just a water company. It covers rubbish collection and street cleaning etc ****
They have a minimum cost for maintenance and garbage even if you have no consumption ****
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