PoolGear
Desert sun, hard water and wind-blown dust change what lasts. Buy in this order.
| Priority | Item | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Test kit or strips | Chlorine, pH, alkalinity; digital meters if you test daily |
| 2 | Brush + leaf net | Nylon for plaster, stainless for concrete; deep net for windy days |
| 3 | Filter media | Know cartridge vs sand vs DE; replace on the maker's schedule |
| 4 | Pump / timer | Match horsepower to your plumbing; a timer cuts daytime heat run-time |
| 5 | Cover | Solar cover for heat; safety cover if kids or pets |
| 6 | Shade / screen | Cuts debris and evaporation in windy desert yards |
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- pool test kit chlorine pH [affiliate TODO]
- pool brush nylon [affiliate TODO]
- pool leaf skimmer net [affiliate TODO]
- solar pool cover [affiliate TODO]
- pool cartridge filter [affiliate TODO]
Chemistry calculator: PoolDose. Irrigation side: DesertDrip.
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