Yay! The pool is clean!

Spa and Pool Saved the Day

The pool is finally clean, but not without a little.. ahem… a lot of stress. The pump wouldn’t turn, so I was at a stand still. I could turn the shaft by hand, but would only hum when I turned the power on. With the cover off and the water exposed to the warming sun and falling organic material, I knew the clock was ticking and I only had a few days before green algae would form. I went to a couple of pool stores and explained my predicament. One tried to sell me a pump and motor for $600. Being a decent DIY’er and having worked on pools as a kid, I knew I should get another opinion.

I went to Spa and Pool in Waldorf, MD. I use them every fall to close my pool, but haven’t had a need to use them during the spring opening. With my motor in hand, not without racking a couple of knuckles and using “colorful” language, Dave (the owner) put it up on his workbench and began to plug away. No new motor was needed, just the housing for the impeller and a new seal. Dave “saved” me $400.Two hours later, I was reinstalling the motor and had the water turning over. Disaster averted… Thanks Dave!

For any pool or spa needs, ie; chemicals, maintenance, service, parts, or just advice… Go to Spa and Pool in Waldorf, MD. Ask for Dave, he’ll treat you right!

Spa and Pool, Inc.
2240 Crain Hwy
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-1606