This is definitely the most professional and informative link about pools ..Mark is a wealth of knowledge and explains every thing step by step . Covers all issues with pools ...and is easily understandable..thank you ..all the very best from Bali Indonesia (British expat).
Thank You Thank You Thank You For Sharing Your Knowledge With Us! I Was Almost Panicked Thinking The Worst. Now I Can At Least "Try" To Find Where The Leak Is Coming From And Move Forward From There. Wishing You ALL The Best!
Thank you so much for sharing such wonderful videos. They're super informative 👍. Would you please give me directions on how to figure out which size of cord stopper is fitting for my pool? 1" or 3/4"? Do I have to buy both sizes to try it out? Thank you very much.
The cord stopper is made in both sizes, however 1" is the most common. Here is the link for both, if you need one. Thanks for watching. www.hallmarkpoolsupplies.com/search.aspx?searchterm=cord+stopper
Another excellent video. If I determine that there is a leak in the light line and if I lower the pool level below the light and seal the line with Permaseal, will there no longer be water in the light line (as there was prior to the sealing)? Is the reason there is water in the light line in your diagram because the original seal failed or because it was never originally sealed? Thanks again for such a good video.
There is water in the light line and this is normal. When you seal the line it will remain dry. Most lights are not sealed, however if your line is in question then you can seal or plug the line. When using Permaseal it needs to be dry, when using the cord stopper or the putty it can be done underwater. There are links for the Permaseal , cord stopper and the putty in the description below if you need it. Thanks for watching.
Is it safe to remove the light fixture? I'm pretty sure that's where it's leaking but I thought that you could get electrocuted if you open the pool light box. What do I need to do to safely put a cord plug in?
Turn off the light, remove light from the niche and you can plug it. The niche has water in it, the light housing that contains the bulb is dry, you do not have to open the light housing to plug the cord. Once you have installed the cord stopper (plug) you can put the light back in the niche and you will be fine.
Need to know why our vacuum system don't function well, instead throwing out some waste again to the pool. We are using a Hayward 2420 d.e. filter system. Thank you for your response.
HI Mark, im new here, im impressed with your channel. didnt know this exist, i live in montreal canada. my question is i have two jets, or pressure out line, and i have a leak ,whats the best way to determine which jet line is leaking, thank you very much
@@mitserolf Both jets or return lines are plumbed together, so it will be hard to determine which one is leaking. You will have to plug both outlets when testing or monitoring the leak. Thanks for watching.
Thanks so.much for your help. I have new liner 2 months old ,notice hole in the shallow end.how can I fix this. Thanks. Imagine I've been vaccumming with both skimmer and drain open. From your expertise, I need to close.drain.thanks
@@mitserolf I have a video titled “How to patch your vinyl liner”. Hopefully this will help, here is the link to this video. th-cam.com/video/_aPMCCo8OGQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=X4JZ6aOZ2Hlh1JHJ
Hello, great videos, very informative! I have a question regarding the second hole: the plug [to our second hole in one of our skimmers] broke into pieces and is now essentially an open hole. What is the purpose of the plug in the first place, and do I need to replace it?
The second plug in the simmer is either a vacuum line, tied to the main drain or just capped off. If you are not for sure, you can give me a call and I can discuss this further with you. I'm available Tuesday - Saturday from 10 to 5 EST.
hello i bought a house with a 12 year old liner now im sure got some leaks because im loosing water everyday should i waste money fixing looking for holes or just replace it for a new one? need some advice
Hi Guys - I have been searching for a leak in my 50 yr. old concrete pool for the past 5 years. The pool was covered in fiberglass during the 80s. I’ve had 2 professional leak companies try and find the leak, but they couldn’t. I lose 1” of water a day. This year I’ve let the water leak down until it has stopped. I may have found it…it could be the light housing. Do you guys have a remote consultation service I could use to get some help with this? I’m an 8 out of 10 on the handyman proficiency scale. I’ve done a lot of repairs to this pool. Thanks for any info!
Off topic from your leak but I am surprised your fiberglass as lasted so long on a concrete pool, my fibreglass delaminated badly when put onto the concrete shell, I think it must be down to poor workmanship.
You did not cover cracks in a fiberglass pool. I tried to use Phenol red in attempt to do a dye test at a suspected leak, but got no result that would indicate to me a leak through the crack. I may have been doing it incorrectly, but since you didn't cover troubleshooting using a dye method, I was left without a confirmation of leak.
I have an issue with water seeping in through the gunite wall underneath the light fixing, nowhere else does this happen. Was a weak spot created when the pool light casing was put into the gunite shell?
If water is coming in around the light niche then water will also go out around the light when the pool is full, this is a structural leak and in time will become worse. You can call a local pool company that does this type of repair and they can cut around the niche and reseal it.
I am puzzled my pool goes down when I pump and after pumping continues to go down but only for a short while.when I don't pump water does not go down.one year later I still can't find the problem
@@stevem4820 There is a lot more information needed in order to help. If you check out my Patreon page l can work with you in more detail on this issue. Thanks for watching.
What is the purpose of the second hole in the bottom of the skimmer basket and should it be plugged? Also, I have what looks to be a drain cover halfway up on the side of my inground pool. What is the purpose of this?
The second hole in the skimmer is usually plugged off. However, if it's not, then it may be tied into the main drain. From what you are describing is half way up your pool wall. Drains are typically in the deep end of the pool, which is a suction port like the skimmer for circulation.
fOR ALL THE INFORMATION YOU HAVE PROVIDED i DO NOT SEE ANYTHING MENTIONING A STRUCTURAL LEAK AROUND THE STEPS OF A POOL WHERE THE LINER IS SEALED AGAINST THE STEPS. IN MY CASE I AM SUSPECTING THIS POINT, ANY RECOMENDATIONS?
The gasket around the steps usually does not leak, it can but is not common. I have several questions myself and if you would like to contact me I will be glad to help troubleshoot this issue.
Watch part 1 to this video, and once you determine the type of leak you have (structural, suction or pressure) feel free to contact me and I will be glad to help.
Which layer of the shell is the impermeable layer? I'm in the pre-plaster gunite curing stage. Ground water is coming through the gunite wall where the jet pipe juts out of the gunite. This is not a pipe leak; it's ground water leaking from the outside of the gunite to the inside of the pre-plastered pool. The contractor is saying this is normal. If it is, why is it in only 1 spot and what makes the pool shell waterproof? The plaster?
There are too many variables in this question for me to answer without me physically seeing the job. You can get a second opinion from a local contractor. Feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss this further and I will be glad to help.
@@KayaK0791 There are 4 parts to this video series, it will be a process of elimination. If your leak is not structural it can be a suction leak or a pressure leak. If needed you can check out the other videos. You can also check out my Patreon page and l can work with you in more detail on this issue. Thanks for watching.
This video deals with structural leaks, there are 4 parts to this video series. Start with part 1, this video will help you determine the type of leak that you have (structural, suction or pressure). Once you have done your tests after watching part 1 then you can watch the video that pertains to the type of leak that you have. In these videos l show how to go about finding these leaks, it is a process of elimination. If you need help check out my Patreon page, l can work with you one on one and go into more detail once we determine the type of leak that you have. Thanks for watching.
The size of the cord stopper in the video is a 1" cord stopper. See link hallmarkpoolsupplies.com/p-12608-aqua-wrench-cord-stopper-1-niche.aspx It's also available for 3/4" hallmarkpoolsupplies.com/p-34858-075-niche-cord-stopper.aspx
Very informative Mark. Thank you. Much appreciate.
This is definitely the most professional and informative link about pools ..Mark is a wealth of knowledge and explains every thing step by step . Covers all issues with pools ...and is easily understandable..thank you ..all the very best from Bali Indonesia (British expat).
Positive thoughts. You know what you are talking about. You are a master.
Thank you for sharing. Excellent instructions and information. You made my life easier.
Thank You Thank You Thank You For Sharing Your Knowledge With Us! I Was Almost Panicked Thinking The Worst. Now I Can At Least "Try" To Find Where The Leak Is Coming From And Move Forward From There. Wishing You ALL The Best!
that was very helpful Mark, Thanks a bunch!
Always good information
Another great video. Well done.
Thank you so much for sharing such wonderful videos. They're super informative 👍. Would you please give me directions on how to figure out which size of cord stopper is fitting for my pool? 1" or 3/4"? Do I have to buy both sizes to try it out? Thank you very much.
The cord stopper is made in both sizes, however 1" is the most common. Here is the link for both, if you need one. Thanks for watching.
www.hallmarkpoolsupplies.com/search.aspx?searchterm=cord+stopper
Thank you very much 🙏
Thank you very much helpful 🙏🏼
Hello from Miami lakes Florida..good videos🤝
Another excellent video. If I determine that there is a leak in the light line and if I lower the pool level below the light and seal the line with Permaseal, will there no longer be water in the light line (as there was prior to the sealing)? Is the reason there is water in the light line in your diagram because the original seal failed or because it was never originally sealed? Thanks again for such a good video.
There is water in the light line and this is normal. When you seal the line it will remain dry. Most lights are not sealed, however if your line is in question then you can seal or plug the line. When using Permaseal it needs to be dry, when using the cord stopper or the putty it can be done underwater. There are links for the Permaseal , cord stopper and the putty in the description below if you need it. Thanks for watching.
Thank you Very Much..
Is it safe to remove the light fixture? I'm pretty sure that's where it's leaking but I thought that you could get electrocuted if you open the pool light box. What do I need to do to safely put a cord plug in?
Turn off the light, remove light from the niche and you can plug it. The niche has water in it, the light housing that contains the bulb is dry, you do not have to open the light housing to plug the cord. Once you have installed the cord stopper (plug) you can put the light back in the niche and you will be fine.
Need to know why our vacuum system don't function well, instead throwing out some waste again to the pool.
We are using a Hayward 2420 d.e. filter system. Thank you for your response.
It sounds like you need to clean or backwash your filter. After you clean you will have to add DE. Thanks for watching.
HI Mark, im new here, im impressed with your channel. didnt know this exist, i live in montreal canada. my question is i have two jets, or pressure out line, and i have a leak ,whats the best way to determine which jet line is leaking, thank you very much
@@mitserolf Both jets or return lines are plumbed together, so it will be hard to determine which one is leaking. You will have to plug both outlets when testing or monitoring the leak. Thanks for watching.
Thanks so.much for your help. I have new liner 2 months old ,notice hole in the shallow end.how can I fix this. Thanks. Imagine I've been vaccumming with both skimmer and drain open. From your expertise, I need to close.drain.thanks
@@mitserolf I have a video titled “How to patch your vinyl liner”. Hopefully this will help, here is the link to this video.
th-cam.com/video/_aPMCCo8OGQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=X4JZ6aOZ2Hlh1JHJ
Hello, great videos, very informative! I have a question regarding the second hole: the plug [to our second hole in one of our skimmers] broke into pieces and is now essentially an open hole. What is the purpose of the plug in the first place, and do I need to replace it?
The second plug in the simmer is either a vacuum line, tied to the main drain or just capped off. If you are not for sure, you can give me a call and I can discuss this further with you. I'm available Tuesday - Saturday from 10 to 5 EST.
@@HallmarkPoolSupplies Thank you so much!!!
hello i bought a house with a 12 year old liner now im sure got some leaks because im loosing water everyday should i waste money fixing looking for holes or just replace it for a new one? need some advice
Hi Guys - I have been searching for a leak in my 50 yr. old concrete pool for the past 5 years. The pool was covered in fiberglass during the 80s. I’ve had 2 professional leak companies try and find the leak, but they couldn’t. I lose 1” of water a day. This year I’ve let the water leak down until it has stopped. I may have found it…it could be the light housing. Do you guys have a remote consultation service I could use to get some help with this? I’m an 8 out of 10 on the handyman proficiency scale. I’ve done a lot of repairs to this pool. Thanks for any info!
Yes, contact me and I will be glad to help.
Off topic from your leak but I am surprised your fiberglass as lasted so long on a concrete pool, my fibreglass delaminated badly when put onto the concrete shell, I think it must be down to poor workmanship.
You did not cover cracks in a fiberglass pool. I tried to use Phenol red in attempt to do a dye test at a suspected leak, but got no result that would indicate to me a leak through the crack. I may have been doing it incorrectly, but since you didn't cover troubleshooting using a dye method, I was left without a confirmation of leak.
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Do you prefer the cord stopper over butyl tape?
Yes, the cord stopper is better. Thanks for watching.
I have an issue with water seeping in through the gunite wall underneath the light fixing, nowhere else does this happen. Was a weak spot created when the pool light casing was put into the gunite shell?
If water is coming in around the light niche then water will also go out around the light when the pool is full, this is a structural leak and in time will become worse. You can call a local pool company that does this type of repair and they can cut around the niche and reseal it.
I am puzzled my pool goes down when I pump and after pumping continues to go down but only for a short while.when I don't pump water does not go down.one year later I still can't find the problem
@@stevem4820 There is a lot more information needed in order to help. If you check out my Patreon page l can work with you in more detail on this issue. Thanks for watching.
What is the purpose of the second hole in the bottom of the skimmer basket and should it be plugged? Also, I have what looks to be a drain cover halfway up on the side of my inground pool. What is the purpose of this?
The second hole in the skimmer is usually plugged off. However, if it's not, then it may be tied into the main drain. From what you are describing is half way up your pool wall. Drains are typically in the deep end of the pool, which is a suction port like the skimmer for circulation.
fOR ALL THE INFORMATION YOU HAVE PROVIDED i DO NOT SEE ANYTHING MENTIONING A STRUCTURAL LEAK AROUND THE STEPS OF A POOL WHERE THE LINER IS SEALED AGAINST THE STEPS.
IN MY CASE I AM SUSPECTING THIS POINT, ANY RECOMENDATIONS?
The gasket around the steps usually does not leak, it can but is not common. I have several questions myself and if you would like to contact me I will be glad to help troubleshoot this issue.
My pool is leaking people keep coming to check and are not able to fix it.what do I need to do?
Watch part 1 to this video, and once you determine the type of leak you have (structural, suction or pressure) feel free to contact me and I will be glad to help.
Which layer of the shell is the impermeable layer?
I'm in the pre-plaster gunite curing stage. Ground water is coming through the gunite wall where the jet pipe juts out of the gunite. This is not a pipe leak; it's ground water leaking from the outside of the gunite to the inside of the pre-plastered pool.
The contractor is saying this is normal. If it is, why is it in only 1 spot and what makes the pool shell waterproof? The plaster?
There are too many variables in this question for me to answer without me physically seeing the job. You can get a second opinion from a local contractor. Feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss this further and I will be glad to help.
What if its none of these
@@KayaK0791 There are 4 parts to this video series, it will be a process of elimination. If your leak is not structural it can be a suction leak or a pressure leak. If needed you can check out the other videos. You can also check out my Patreon page and l can work with you in more detail on this issue. Thanks for watching.
Where is the How to find a leak part? This is repair options foe various types of leaks.
This video deals with structural leaks, there are 4 parts to this video series. Start with part 1, this video will help you determine the type of leak that you have (structural, suction or pressure). Once you have done your tests after watching part 1 then you can watch the video that pertains to the type of leak that you have. In these videos l show how to go about finding these leaks, it is a process of elimination. If you need help check out my Patreon page, l can work with you one on one and go into more detail once we determine the type of leak that you have. Thanks for watching.
Size of the cord stoper🤷🏻♂️?.
The size of the cord stopper in the video is a 1" cord stopper. See link
hallmarkpoolsupplies.com/p-12608-aqua-wrench-cord-stopper-1-niche.aspx
It's also available for 3/4"
hallmarkpoolsupplies.com/p-34858-075-niche-cord-stopper.aspx
Basically common sense