I think my pool needs TLC

[CarlD]

ALL pools need TLC if you don't want a swamp!

What is your CYA? Effective chlorine levels depend on the CYA level.

You can also check various threads for info on DE in a sand filter, and skimmer socks.

[Watermom]

Are you moving the vac head really slowly when you vacuum? If not, you end up just stirring the dirt up instead of actually vacuuming it up and that can make your water hazy.