Being new to pool care we were really struggling with the decision of trying to maintain the pool ourselves or to hire someone. We decided we would give it a shot first and if things don't work out we will hire someone. Maintaining the pool during the cool winter months was pretty easy, but we knew that the warmer months will be a different story. We decided to take a water sample in and have it analyzed. The staff in the store were very helpful and gave us a ton of great information including explaining how to clean the main filters. We bought the suggested supplies, cleaned the filter and added some Ultra Bright to our pool and it looks fabulous! I can't stop looking at the beautiful blue water. I know that we will definitely be returning on a regular basis for our chemicals and a little advice.