1 yr Review of INTEX 16' X 42' pool -1 BIG PROBLEM TO KNOW ABOUT

Review of the INTEX 16' Soft side swimming pool-1 BIG PROBLEM TO BE AWARE OF

[mikebrock]

For Intex pools that size and larger, the minimum size pump I'd use is the Intex 2500gph cartridge filter/pump or 1600 sand filter/pump. Tip from a former pool boy.

[honeedewmd]

Brilliant idea in finding the slow leak. I luv my pool and don’t want to buy another one. It’s also turning green all the time! I will try these ideas bc the ppl is savable! Thank

[brandonGCHACHU]

Stray cats are a problem with these pools in Phoenix. In this heat they get desparate for a drink so they hop up on the inflated part, dig their claws in to bend down for a drink and pop holes in it

[whaler]

I've had this same pool for 4 years and used the original pump. Only had 1 year with problem water and that's because I didn't cover the pool after use. Make sure to keep that pool covered and you'll have absolutely no issues.

[andyroo]

for the pump, do you have an extension cord? cause that draws alot of power. you gotta go with a big chuncky cord

[whaler]

Its pool season again. I just hauled out my 16x42 pool out of my storage for a FIFTH season. Noticed a mouse made a home in the tarp that it was wrapped in. The mouse ate a lot of tarp and also ate about a 1/2 inch hole in the bottom. I think this should be an easy patch. Anyways, hope you are still going strong with your INTEX. I'm pretty sure this is the last season for mine, although I said this 2 seasons ago so you never no. BTW, I only use liquid choline for my pool. About 1/3 of a bottle every week and keep the cover on - always nice and clear.

[SeanBZA]

Pop a floater in it, and use a clarifier tablet in the suction and it will stay absolutely clear. Floater is $5 and the tablet is $4, and lasts for more than a month in that small size pool.

[GilbertFleming]

Billy, how should I prep my pool for the winter months? I live in Central Calif. We have mild winters and I want to leave my pool up and filled. What steps should I take to prep it for the winter.

[Rivera]

I’m off a inch do you think I have to worry about that to much my pool is a 15 by 48..

[pamelaisaacs]

I also am struggling because of the pump issue. I have not converted to a sand filter yet but did purchase a intex skimmer basket. I thought this would be compatible with my summer waves. The suction fitting is different. Before I spend tons of money I don’t need to do you know if there is a fitting that is compatible?

[acrossgames]

There should be nothing negative about getting a pool if you just keep it clean you won’t have to use as much water and you won’t have to clean it as often if you make sure it’s clean.(because it has a vacuum a net and a tarp you could put over or under it so it won’t get dirty).It also looks like you put the pool in the dirtiest part of your yard which will not be a surprise if it rains and that attracts mud or if it attracts dust, just from being in the dirt.So if you keep it in a CLEAN part of your yard AND make sure that you clean it after your done using it you won’t have to use as much water, and I won’t kill your water bill.Because sometimes using to much chemicals to clean out the pool will be expensive and you’ll be spending more money than you should.Thats just my opinion.

[hvac]

BIRDS are a HUGE problem, 50 or more pinholes from birds . It was the same with the 18 x 48 for 600.00
90 day warranty on liner . You are lucky if the pool lasts the summer .

[ellenwoods]

The upper ring deflates to nothing, then the water pours out. I can't find a leak except for the valve. I tried phoning the 1800#, they are too busy to take my call. Disappointed with the pool.

[mrsjokerstout]

I have a 10ft×24in pool like this. I do not have a completely level area but my most level area is about a 2in difference and it has held up so far. I am looking into getting some soil to level out the ground though, because better safe than sorry!

[whaler]

Questions about leveling. Yes it needs to be level but you can be off up to about 4 inches without it being an issue. You'll have a deep end and a shallow end.

[Lili-IndioCa]

what did you put under pool to protect it?

[ashleybrookshire]

What's the best kind of material to use to level an area for this? I read sand wasn't ideal because it can wash out. Is there one kind of material that is better than others?

[amberreilly]

Great video! What brand is the sand filter you purchased from Amazon? Thank you.

[boricuamom]

Does the pump use a lot of electricity?

[lisarose-ivcx]

Weird my 33" East set looks the same height. 😅