The Sugar Land Guide to Oak Tassels and Pool Maintenance

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Why Oak Tassels are Dangerous for Sugar Land Pools

Every spring, our Live Oaks drop tassels that can clog your pump basket in hours. If ignored, this can burn out your motor.

Step 1: Empty Your Baskets Twice Daily

During peak drop (usually March – April), checking your skimmer once a week isn’t enough. Empty them morning and night.

Step 2: Use a Skimmer Sock

This is the best $10 investment you can make. It catches the fine debris before it reaches your filter.

When to Call a Pro

If your pump is making a loud screaming noise or the water isn’t moving, you may have a clog in the underground plumbing.

Stuck with a clogged pump in Sugar Land? Click here to text Pool Spark for a repair quote.