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FAQS

Can Crush Pools compete with big box store prices on pool equipment?
Can I book my pool closing online?
Can I book my pool opening online?
Can I control my pool heater from my phone with the Hayward OmniX system?
Can I pay on-site for closings and openings?
Can I pay on-site for maintenance?
Can you test my pool water for me?
Cancellation or rescheduling fee?
Do I have to be home for my pool opening?
Do I need an appointment for a free water test at Crush Pools?
Do I need an expensive automation panel to control my Hayward pool pump from my phone?
Do I need to backwash after vacuuming?
Do I need to backwash if I have a cartridge filter?
Do I need to be home when Crush Pools closes my pool?
Do I need to replace my pool filter with the exact same brand?
Do you install pool liners?
Do you install pool pumps?
Hayward vs. Pentair Salt Systems: How Do They Compare?
How do I clean my salt cell, store it for winter, and turn off the “Inspect Cell” light?
How do I clean my salt cell, store it for winter, and turn off the “Inspect Cell” light?
How do I handle heavy falling leaves in my pool before closing?
How do I know Crush Pools won’t upsell me on products or services I don’t need?
How do I know whether to buy an OEM salt cell or an aftermarket replacement?
How do I set my salt cell for spring, summer, and fall weather in Canada?
How do I set my salt cell for spring, summer, and fall weather in Canada?
How do I sign up for weekly maintenance?
How do you backwash a pool?
How do you close a pool?
How do you open a pool?
How does a saltwater system keep pool water clear?
How is Crush Pools different from other pool closing companies in Oakville and the GTA?
How long do salt cells last, what size do I need, and why should I size up?
How long do salt cells last, what size do I need, and why should I size up?
How long does a pool heater or heat pump typically last?
How long does it take to close a pool?
How long does it take to open my pool?
How long should I run my pump?
How long should I wait to swim after shocking my pool with chlorine?
How long should my pool cover last?
How long should my pool pump last?
How long should my salt cell last?
How many visits is a full pool opening?
How much can an energy efficient pump save on my hydro bill?
How much cheaper is a pool heat pump to operate compared to a gas heater?
How much money can a variable-speed pool pump save me?
How often do I need to backwash my sand or glass pool filter?
How often should I backwash?
How often should I replace the sand in my pool filter?
How often should I test my pool water in Ontario?
How often should I test my water?
How responsive is Crush Pools if I have an urgent question or pool emergency?
I booked my pool closing but the weather is beautiful, can I reschedule?
I don’t want to take care of the pool at all, what package do I need?
I have a safety cover, is my pool opening going to take two visits?
I have a tarp & water bag cover, is it okay to hold it down with bricks or patio stones?
I have an attached spa – how much more does it cost to open?
I want to be home for my pool opening, will you call me on your way?
I’m vacuuming, but the suction isn’t very good. What should I do?
I’ve already removed the pool cover myself, can you come and start the system?
If I want to be home for my pool closing, will you call before you come?
If my hydro bill is reasonable, do I still need an energy-efficient pump?
Is glass filter media better than traditional pool sand?
Is there anything I need to do before my pool closing?
My pool is severely impacting my hydro bill – can you help me out?
safety covers can you install one?
Should I buy a Hayward Heat Pro VS or a Moov Heat Pump?
Should I buy a heat pump or a gas heater for my pool?
Should I buy a sand filter or a cartridge filter for my pool?
Should I buy a traditional gas pool heater or a heat pump in Ontario?
Should I run my pump during the day or at night?
There is sand at the bottom of my pool near the jets – what should I do?
What chemicals are necessary when closing a pool for the winter?
What chemicals will you add when closing the pool?
What happens if water is left in my pool heater or pump over the winter?
What is liquid stabilizer, and why is it essential for a saltwater pool?
What is liquid stabilizer, and why is it essential for a saltwater pool?
What is the best gas pool heater brand: Hayward, Pentair, Jandy, or Raypak?
What is the difference between a Full Pool Closing and a Deluxe Pool Closing?
What is the difference between the Full, Deluxe, and Equipment Winterization pool closing packages?
What is the step-by-step process for a professional pool closing?
What is your minimum requirement for weekly maintenance?
What pool services does Crush Pools offer, and are your technicians certified?
What should I do if my water is cloudy?
What should I do to prepare my pool before closing it?
What should I leave out for the pool closing?
What size gas pool heater do I need: 200, 250, or 400 BTU?
What size pool filter do I need?
What time will you come to close my pool?
What time will you come to open my pool?
What’s included in a full pool opening and safety cover opening?
What’s included in weekly maintenance services?
What’s the difference between salt water and chlorine pools?
When is the best time to close a pool in Ontario?
When is the best time to open my pool in the GTA?
When should I close my pool?
When should I open my pool?
When should I test my water after the pool is opened?
When will I be charged?
Which brand should I buy when replacing my salt cell or system?
Which brand should I buy when replacing my salt cell or system?
Which brands of gas pool heaters do you recommend for Ontario pools?
Which is better: a Hayward AquaRite system or a Pentair IntelliChlor system, and how do their cell sizes and warranties match up?
While you’re opening my pool, will you show me how my pool system works?
Why do you only have a limited amount of maintenance customers?
Why does the pH in a saltwater pool keep rising, and how do I manage it?
Why does the pH in a saltwater pool keep rising, and how do I manage it?
Why is a Gizzmo used in the skimmer during a pool closing, especially for safety covers?
Why is my pool water cloudy even though chlorine levels are high?
Why is my pump making loud noises?
Why should I convert my pool from traditional chlorine to a saltwater system?
Why should I convert my pool from traditional chlorine to a saltwater system?
Why should I convert my pool to a saltwater system?
Will my pool be sparkling clean after the first vacuum?

products

Alg out 40 1L
Alg Out 60 1L
Alkalinity Plus 8kg
Calcium Plus 8kg
Chlorine Pucks 7kg
Clear Blue Ionizer System (25,000 Gal)
Clear Blue Ionizer System (40,000 Gal)
Dolphin M600 Robot Pool Cleaner
Dolphin Pool Skimmi
Dolphin Robot Pool Cleaner S400
Hayward 1HP Super Pump
Hayward 24″ Pro Series Top Mount Sand Filter
Hayward 9 LB Off Line Chlorinator
Hayward AquaRite Low Salt Generator 30K Gal Cell
Hayward AquaRite S3 Omni Upgrade Kit
Hayward AquaRite S3 Salt System 25K gal
Hayward AquaRite S3 Salt System 40K gal
Hayward AquaRite S3 Salt System with Omni App Control 25K gal
Hayward AquaRite S3 Salt System with Omni App Control 40K gal
Hayward Aquarite T-940 40K Gal Salt System
Hayward Aquarite T15 40K Gal Salt System
Hayward Aquarite T9 25K Gal Salt System
Hayward Aquarite T925 25K Gal Salt System
Hayward Heat Pro VS Vertical Variable Speed Heat Pump 115K
Hayward Low Salt Replacement Salt Cell
Hayward Swimclear 325 SQ FT Cartridge Filter
Hayward Swimclear 425 SQ FT Cartridge Filter
Hayward Swimclear 525 SQ FT Cartridge Filter
Hayward T15 Replacement Salt Cell
Hayward T9 Replacement Salt Cell
Hayward T925 Replacement Salt Cell
Hayward T940 Replacement Salt Cell
Hayward TriStar VS 810 Variable Speed Pump with Omnix 1.25HP
Hayward TriStar VS 815 Variable Speed Pump with Omnix 1.85HP
Hayward TriStar VS 900 Omni Variable Speed Pump 1.85HP 115/230V
Hayward Tristar VS 900 Variable Speed Energy Efficient Pool Pump
Hayward TurboCell S3 Salt Chlorination Cell 25K gal
Hayward TurboCell S3 Salt Chlorination Cell 40K gal
Hayward Variable Speed Horizontal Heat Pump 80K BTU
Hayward® Universal H-Series 250,000 BTU Natural Gas Heater w/ OmniX®
Jandy FloPro 1HP Pool Pump
Liquid Solar Cover 1L
Liquid Stabilizer 3.78L
Moov 24″ Sand Filter
Moov Ai Variable Speed Energy Efficient Pool Pump 1.25HP
Moov Ai Variable Speed Energy Efficient Pool Pump 1.65HP
Moov Cartridge Filter MCF400
Moov MI1100 Energy Efficient Heat Pump
Moov MI900 Energy Efficient Heat Pump
Moov Salt System MC130
Moov Salt System MC85
Moov Variable Speed Pump MP15
Multi-Stain Protect 1L
Natural Clarifier 1L
Pentair 24″ Sand Dollar Top Mount Pool Filter – Trade Grade
Pentair Clean and Clear 320 Cartridge Filter
Pentair Clean and Clear 420 Cartridge Filter
Pentair IntelliChlor IC20 Replacement Salt Cell
Pentair IntelliChlor IC40 Replacement Salt Cell
Pentair IntelliFlo 3 VSF Variable Speed Pool Pump 1.5HP
Pentair IntelliFlo 3 VSF Variable Speed Pool Pump 3HP
Pentair Mastertemp 300BTU NG Pool Heater
Pentair Mastertemp NG Pool Heater 200BTU
Pentair Mastertemp NG Pool Heater 250BTU
Pentair Superflo 1HP Pump
PH Minus 8kg
Phos Out 1L
Salt Cell Cleaner 2L
Shock N’ Chlor Plus 454G
Shock N’ Swim 454G
Universal H-Series Heater 200,000 BTU – Natural Gas w/ OmniX
Water Softener & Enhancer 11kg
Water Softener & Enhancer 6kg

web links

pool accessories

Fun Floaties for Your Pool
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Backyard Patio Furniture Sales
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pool closing

Thinking About Booking Your Pool Closing? Read this First!
Categories: pool closing, pool education, Uncategorised
When Should You Actually Close Your Pool? (It’s Not Just Thanksgiving)
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Save Money and Skip the Stress: Crush Pools Early Bird Closing Sale is Here!
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Snow on your pool? Here’s the “Crush” Guide to Winter Peace of Mind
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Secure Your Pool for Winter with a High-Quality Safety Cover
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Why You Should Close Your Oakville Pool After Thanksgiving
Categories: pool closing
Winter Pool Maintenance: What to Watch For
Categories: pool closing, pool education, pool maintenance
How to Close Your Pool
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What to do When Your Pool is Closed for the Winter
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pool education

Thinking About Booking Your Pool Closing? Read this First!
Categories: pool closing, pool education, Uncategorised
Save Money and Skip the Stress: Crush Pools Early Bird Closing Sale is Here!
Categories: pool closing, pool education, pool equipment
The Pool Trap You Didn’t See Coming: What is Chlorine Lock?
Categories: pool education, pool maintenance
The Secret to Resort-Quality Pool Water: Why You Need to Soften Your Pool
Categories: pool education
Powder vs. Liquid Chlorine: Why We Made the Switch (And Why You Should Too)
Categories: pool education
The Crush Pools Early Opening Check-Up: Finding Your Pool’s Chemical “Sweet Spot”
Categories: pool education, pool opening
Why You Should Wait Before Adding Salt to Your Pool This Spring
Categories: pool education, pool maintenance
Features All Our Safety Covers Come With
Categories: pool education
Moov vs. Hayward vs. Pentair Pool Products
Categories: pool education

pool equipment

Save Money and Skip the Stress: Crush Pools Early Bird Closing Sale is Here!
Categories: pool closing, pool education, pool equipment
Tired of the “Chemical Bath”? Why Mineral Pools are the Future of Swimming
Categories: pool equipment
What is the difference between the pool heater and heat pump?
Categories: pool equipment
Dive into Clean: Why Maytronics Dolphin Robotic Pool Cleaners Reign Supreme
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The Invisible Threat: Understanding and Removing Phosphates from Your Pool Water
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Eliminate Manual Labor: Introducing the Dolphin Skimmi Robotic Skimmer
Categories: pool education, pool equipment, pool maintenance
Dolphin Robotic Cleaner Comparison: Good, Better, Best for Your Pool
Categories: pool equipment, pool maintenance
Pool Filter Comparison: Sand vs. Cartridge vs. Glass Media
Categories: pool education, pool equipment
The Future of Pool Cleaning: Dolphin Robotic Cleaners
Categories: pool education, pool equipment, pool maintenance

pool maintenance

The Pool Trap You Didn’t See Coming: What is Chlorine Lock?
Categories: pool education, pool maintenance
Why You Should Wait Before Adding Salt to Your Pool This Spring
Categories: pool education, pool maintenance
The Crush Pools Guide to Opening Day: The First 48 Hours
Categories: pool maintenance, pool opening
Dive into Clean: Why Maytronics Dolphin Robotic Pool Cleaners Reign Supreme
Categories: pool equipment, pool maintenance
Unlocking Pool Perfection: The Magic of Borates
Categories: pool education, pool maintenance
The Invisible Threat: Understanding and Removing Phosphates from Your Pool Water
Categories: pool equipment, pool maintenance
Eliminate Manual Labor: Introducing the Dolphin Skimmi Robotic Skimmer
Categories: pool education, pool equipment, pool maintenance
Dolphin Robotic Cleaner Comparison: Good, Better, Best for Your Pool
Categories: pool equipment, pool maintenance
The Future of Pool Cleaning: Dolphin Robotic Cleaners
Categories: pool education, pool equipment, pool maintenance

pool opening

The Crush Pools Early Opening Check-Up: Finding Your Pool’s Chemical “Sweet Spot”
Categories: pool education, pool opening
The Crush Pools Guide to Opening Day: The First 48 Hours
Categories: pool maintenance, pool opening
The Crush Pools Guide to Pool Season: When to Open & Close for a Stress-Free Summer!
Categories: pool opening
The Best Way to Prime Your Pool Pump: The Bucket Method
Categories: pool education, pool opening
Say Goodbye to the Green Pool: Crush Pools Gets Your Pool Swim-Ready!
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When’s the Ideal Time to Open Your Pool?
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Pool Opening Tips – When to Open Your Swimming Pool
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How to Crush a Pool Opening
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pool parties

Insane Residential Pools
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Our Top 3 Poolside Treats
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Back to School Pool Party Themes
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The Best Poolside Drink for the Summer
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The Perfect August Long Weekend Pool Party
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How to Host a Pool Party Movie Night
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Outdoor Thanksgiving Activities
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The Best Swimming Pool Games of 2018
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Summer Cocktails: Gin & Tonic
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Uncategorised

DIY Pool Closing vs. Professional Pool Closings: Things Pool Owners Should Know Before Closing Their Own Pool:
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Thinking About Booking Your Pool Closing? Read this First!
Categories: pool closing, pool education, Uncategorised