{"id":2507,"date":"2021-04-01T14:40:28","date_gmt":"2021-04-01T18:40:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/?page_id=2507"},"modified":"2021-09-28T14:07:25","modified_gmt":"2021-09-28T18:07:25","slug":"lj-pools-blog","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/lj-pools-blog\/","title":{"rendered":"L&#038;J Pools Blog"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\">Check out the articles below to get some tips and tricks on maximizing your backyard summer fun!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<section class=\"gutentor-post-module section-a8fcce0c-43d8-42ae-92ac-386e56d951ef gutentor-post-module-p1 gutentor_p1_template2 wp-block-gutentor-p1 gutentor-blog-grid\" id=\"\" data-gbid=\"a8fcce0c-43d8-42ae-92ac-386e56d951ef\" >\n<div class='grid-container'><div class='grid-row' ><article class='gutentor-post  grid-lg-6 grid-md-4 grid-12'><div class='gutentor-post-item'><div class='gutentor-post-image-box'><div class=\"gutentor-image-thumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-02_23_35-PM.png?fit=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-02_23_35-PM.png?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-02_23_35-PM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-02_23_35-PM.png?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-02_23_35-PM.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-02_23_35-PM.png?resize=450%2C300&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-02_23_35-PM.png?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-1-2026-02_23_35-PM.png?resize=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-entry-meta gutentor-entry-meta-primary\"><div class=\"author vcard\"><i class=\"far fa-user\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/pool-closing-season-is-here-why-you-should-schedule-your-pool-closing-early\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">jim@ljpools.com<\/a><\/div><div class=\"posted-on\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar-alt\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/pool-closing-season-is-here-why-you-should-schedule-your-pool-closing-early\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">September 1, 2026<\/a><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-meta-categories\"><i class=\"fas fa-tags\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/category\/uncategorized\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Uncategorized<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-post-content\"><h4 class=\"gutentor-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/pool-closing-season-is-here-why-you-should-schedule-your-pool-closing-early\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Pool Closing Season Is Here: Why You Should Schedule Your Pool Closing Early<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"gutentor-post-desc\">As summer begins to wind down and fall approaches, it\u2019s time for pool owners to start thinking about one of the most important parts of seasonal pool care: properly closing and winterizing your swimming pool. At L&amp;J Pools, we professionally close and winterize pools throughout Bethel, CT and surrounding areas.&hellip;<\/div><a class=\"gutentor-button gutentor-post-button gutentor-icon-hide\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/pool-closing-season-is-here-why-you-should-schedule-your-pool-closing-early\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/pool-closing-season-is-here-why-you-should-schedule-your-pool-closing-early\/\"><span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/article><article class='gutentor-post  grid-lg-6 grid-md-4 grid-12'><div class='gutentor-post-item'><div class='gutentor-post-image-box'><div class=\"gutentor-image-thumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-11_36_57-AM.png?fit=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-11_36_57-AM.png?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-11_36_57-AM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-11_36_57-AM.png?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-11_36_57-AM.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-11_36_57-AM.png?resize=450%2C300&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-11_36_57-AM.png?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-11_36_57-AM.png?resize=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-entry-meta gutentor-entry-meta-primary\"><div class=\"author vcard\"><i class=\"far fa-user\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/is-your-pool-losing-water-signs-you-may-have-a-pool-leak\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">jim@ljpools.com<\/a><\/div><div class=\"posted-on\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar-alt\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/is-your-pool-losing-water-signs-you-may-have-a-pool-leak\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">August 11, 2026<\/a><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-meta-categories\"><i class=\"fas fa-tags\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/category\/uncategorized\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Uncategorized<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-post-content\"><h4 class=\"gutentor-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/is-your-pool-losing-water-signs-you-may-have-a-pool-leak\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Is Your Pool Losing Water? Signs You May Have a Pool Leak<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"gutentor-post-desc\">It\u2019s normal for a swimming pool to lose some water from evaporation, splashing, and regular use. But if you\u2019re constantly reaching for the garden hose or noticing the water level dropping faster than usual, there may be a leak somewhere in your pool or equipment. Pool leaks aren\u2019t just inconvenient.&hellip;<\/div><a class=\"gutentor-button gutentor-post-button gutentor-icon-hide\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/is-your-pool-losing-water-signs-you-may-have-a-pool-leak\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/is-your-pool-losing-water-signs-you-may-have-a-pool-leak\/\"><span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/article><article class='gutentor-post  grid-lg-6 grid-md-4 grid-12'><div class='gutentor-post-item'><div class='gutentor-post-image-box'><div class=\"gutentor-image-thumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-22-2026-11_29_18-AM.png?fit=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-22-2026-11_29_18-AM.png?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-22-2026-11_29_18-AM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-22-2026-11_29_18-AM.png?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-22-2026-11_29_18-AM.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-22-2026-11_29_18-AM.png?resize=450%2C300&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-22-2026-11_29_18-AM.png?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-22-2026-11_29_18-AM.png?resize=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-entry-meta gutentor-entry-meta-primary\"><div class=\"author vcard\"><i class=\"far fa-user\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/the-proteam-supreme-pool-care-program-a-smarter-way-to-keep-your-pool-crystal-clear\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">jim@ljpools.com<\/a><\/div><div class=\"posted-on\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar-alt\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/the-proteam-supreme-pool-care-program-a-smarter-way-to-keep-your-pool-crystal-clear\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">July 22, 2026<\/a><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-meta-categories\"><i class=\"fas fa-tags\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/category\/uncategorized\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Uncategorized<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-post-content\"><h4 class=\"gutentor-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/the-proteam-supreme-pool-care-program-a-smarter-way-to-keep-your-pool-crystal-clear\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">The ProTeam Supreme Pool Care Program: A Smarter Way to Keep Your Pool Crystal Clear<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"gutentor-post-desc\">The ProTeam Supreme Pool Care Program: A Smarter Way to Keep Your Pool Crystal Clear Owning a swimming pool should be about relaxing and making memories\u2014not constantly battling algae, cloudy water, or excessive chemical use. That&#8217;s why many pool owners are turning to the ProTeam Supreme Pool Care Program, a&hellip;<\/div><a class=\"gutentor-button gutentor-post-button gutentor-icon-hide\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/the-proteam-supreme-pool-care-program-a-smarter-way-to-keep-your-pool-crystal-clear\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/the-proteam-supreme-pool-care-program-a-smarter-way-to-keep-your-pool-crystal-clear\/\"><span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/article><article class='gutentor-post  grid-lg-6 grid-md-4 grid-12'><div class='gutentor-post-item'><div class='gutentor-post-image-box'><div class=\"gutentor-image-thumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_32_42-AM.png?fit=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_32_42-AM.png?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_32_42-AM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_32_42-AM.png?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_32_42-AM.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_32_42-AM.png?resize=450%2C300&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_32_42-AM.png?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_32_42-AM.png?resize=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-entry-meta gutentor-entry-meta-primary\"><div class=\"author vcard\"><i class=\"far fa-user\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/when-should-you-replace-your-pool-liner\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">jim@ljpools.com<\/a><\/div><div class=\"posted-on\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar-alt\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/when-should-you-replace-your-pool-liner\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">July 14, 2026<\/a><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-meta-categories\"><i class=\"fas fa-tags\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/category\/uncategorized\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Uncategorized<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-post-content\"><h4 class=\"gutentor-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/when-should-you-replace-your-pool-liner\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">When Should You Replace Your Pool Liner?<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"gutentor-post-desc\">A pool liner is one of the most important components of a vinyl liner swimming pool. It not only gives your pool its appearance but also provides the waterproof barrier that protects the pool structure underneath. While today&#8217;s liners are designed to last for many years, they won&#8217;t last forever.&hellip;<\/div><a class=\"gutentor-button gutentor-post-button gutentor-icon-hide\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/when-should-you-replace-your-pool-liner\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/when-should-you-replace-your-pool-liner\/\"><span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/article><article class='gutentor-post  grid-lg-6 grid-md-4 grid-12'><div class='gutentor-post-item'><div class='gutentor-post-image-box'><div class=\"gutentor-image-thumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_04_45-AM.png?fit=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_04_45-AM.png?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_04_45-AM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_04_45-AM.png?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_04_45-AM.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_04_45-AM.png?resize=450%2C300&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_04_45-AM.png?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-14-2026-10_04_45-AM.png?resize=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-entry-meta gutentor-entry-meta-primary\"><div class=\"author vcard\"><i class=\"far fa-user\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/black-algae-removal-guide\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">jim@ljpools.com<\/a><\/div><div class=\"posted-on\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar-alt\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/black-algae-removal-guide\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">July 14, 2026<\/a><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-meta-categories\"><i class=\"fas fa-tags\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/category\/uncategorized\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Uncategorized<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-post-content\"><h4 class=\"gutentor-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/black-algae-removal-guide\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Black Algae Removal Guide<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"gutentor-post-desc\">Black Algae Removal Guide If you&#8217;ve noticed dark black or blue-green spots clinging to the walls or floor of your swimming pool that won&#8217;t brush away, you&#8217;re likely dealing with black algae. Unlike green algae, black algae is one of the most stubborn types of algae found in swimming pools.&hellip;<\/div><a class=\"gutentor-button gutentor-post-button gutentor-icon-hide\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/black-algae-removal-guide\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/black-algae-removal-guide\/\"><span>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/article><article class='gutentor-post  grid-lg-6 grid-md-4 grid-12'><div class='gutentor-post-item'><div class='gutentor-post-image-box'><div class=\"gutentor-image-thumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-13-2026-11_17_26-AM.png?fit=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-13-2026-11_17_26-AM.png?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-13-2026-11_17_26-AM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-13-2026-11_17_26-AM.png?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-13-2026-11_17_26-AM.png?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-13-2026-11_17_26-AM.png?resize=450%2C300&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-13-2026-11_17_26-AM.png?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-13-2026-11_17_26-AM.png?resize=1200%2C800&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-entry-meta gutentor-entry-meta-primary\"><div class=\"author vcard\"><i class=\"far fa-user\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/understanding-total-hardness-in-your-swimming-pool-why-it-matters\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">jim@ljpools.com<\/a><\/div><div class=\"posted-on\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar-alt\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/understanding-total-hardness-in-your-swimming-pool-why-it-matters\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">July 13, 2026<\/a><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-meta-categories\"><i class=\"fas fa-tags\"><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/category\/uncategorized\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Uncategorized<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gutentor-post-content\"><h4 class=\"gutentor-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ljpools.com\/home\/understanding-total-hardness-in-your-swimming-pool-why-it-matters\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Understanding Total Hardness in Your Swimming Pool: Why It Matters<\/a><\/h4><div class=\"gutentor-post-desc\">Understanding Total Hardness in Your Swimming Pool: Why It Matters When it comes to maintaining crystal-clear, healthy pool water, most homeowners focus on chlorine and pH. 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