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Matthew Simmons

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Matthew Simmons Technical Writer & Pool Product Expert
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Matthew Simmons is a swimming-pool expert at INYOPools.com and the host of “Poolside Chat” as well as “The INYOPools Podcast” series. Bringing over a decade of experience in the pool industry, Matthew writes helpful how-to guides, troubleshooting tips, and part-identification resources to make pool care smoother and more accessible for homeowners.

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  • Disassembling a Pool Pump – Tips & Tricks
    Article

    We here at INYO pride ourselves in being upfront about pool and spa maintenance and being more than willing to help newcomers, and even seasoned vets, figure out how…

  • How To Determine Pool Pump Motor Voltage
    Article

    This guide will show you how to safely and quickly determine your pool pump motor’s voltage in a few steps.

  • What does HP SPL mean on a Pool Pump Motor Label?
    Article

    Horsepower Specials (HP – SPL) or “overrating” spa pumps is a decades-old tradition of manufacturers inflating a motor’s HP to make it more appealing to customers. This follows the…

  • Pool Hose Troubleshooting Tips
    Article

    In this article, we’re showing you common pool hose troubleshooting tips for issues like tangles, pump-priming problems, and reduced suction. If you have any tips or tricks for pool…

  • How To Identify a Pool Cartridge Filter System?
    Article

    In this video, we take a look at how to identify a pool cartridge filter system. If you need replacement parts like lid o-rings, pressure gauges, or cartridges, then…

  • How To Test A Pool Pump Motor Capacitor
    Video

    In this video, we take a look at how to test a pool pump motor capacitor with a multi-meter. If your pool pump motor makes a humming sound when…