Playbooks/First-Timers/New Pool Build

Your Learning Path: New Pool Build

Follow these playbooks in order - each builds on the previous one

🏗️ I'm building a new pool

Make smart decisions about equipment, sanitizer, and design

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1

Choosing Your Sanitizer System

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Chlorine vs salt vs alternatives - understand the tradeoffs

Why now: This decision affects 10+ years of costs and effort

2

Essential vs Nice-to-Have Equipment

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Budget wisely during construction - what's worth the money

Why now: Retrofitting later costs 3-5x more

3

Design Decisions That Affect Maintenance

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Depth, finish, features - choose for long-term ease

Why now: Beautiful pools can be maintenance nightmares

4

New Plaster Startup

Protect fresh plaster with proper chemistry and brushing

Why now: First 30 days determine 10-year warranty claims

Estimated time: 2-3 days
5

Pool Chemistry 101

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Understand FC/CYA relationship, pH/TA buffering, and CSI basics

Why now: The 'why' behind every adjustment you'll make

6

Test Strips vs Taylor Kit

Choose your testing method - understand accuracy tradeoffs and costs

Why now: Testing is the foundation of pool care

Estimated time: 15-30 min
7

Using Your Taylor Test Kit

Master accurate testing with step-by-step guidance

Why now: Accurate data prevents expensive mistakes

Estimated time: 15-30 min
8

Smart Shopping for Pool Chemicals

Save $1,000+ per year buying generics at grocery and hardware stores

Why now: Pool stores mark up commodities 300-800%

Estimated time: 15-30 min
9

Weekly Maintenance Routine

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The consistent habits that keep pools crystal clear

Why now: Prevention is 10x easier than crisis management

What's next? After completing this curriculum, explore the full playbook library for seasonal tasks, troubleshooting, and advanced topics.