Table of Contents

AcknowledgmentsIntroductionChapter 1: The Pool and SpaChapter 2: Basic Plumbing SystemsChapter 3: Advanced Plumbing SystemsChapter 4: Pumps and MotorsChapter 5: FiltersChapter 6: HeatersChapter 7: Additional EquipmentChapter 8: Water ChemistryChapter 9: Cleaning and ServicingChapter 10: Special ProceduresChapter 11: Water FeaturesChapter 12: Commercial PoolsChapter 13: 50 Things Your Pool or Spa Can Do for Our EnvironmentLabor Reference GuideGlossaryReference Sources and WebsitesIndex

About the Author

Terry Tamminen is a leading expert on pools and spas, serving as technical advisor on a variety of water chemistry and pool technology projects. He is the executive director of Environment Now, working with activist organizations such as the Santa Monica Bay Keeper and the San Diego Bay Keeper, dedicated to preserving and protecting coastal resources in California.