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Shock can clear a cloudy pool if the problem is insufficient free chlorine or an accumulation of chloramines from “spent” chlorine. However, it can make the issue worse if a high level of chlorine or a pH imbalance is the root cause of the problem. Test your pool water before treating the cloudiness to ensure you’re making the right call.

Aboveground pools take between one day to a few days to install, depending on the pool size and type. Your project may take longer if you’re planning to complete other projects simultaneously, like building a deck around the pool. If your land is hilly or rocky, you’ll also need to budget time for the land preparation. Aboveground pools need to be installed on a level surface.

The disadvantages of container pools come down to flexibility and customization. Shipping containers come in standard sizes, so the sizes and shapes are limited. They also have a very distinctive look, which may not suit the aesthetic of your backyard. 

Beyond that, while container pools are more affordable than in-ground pools, certain models can be more expensive. This includes the cost to heat your pool, since the metal walls have more heat transfer than other types of pools (which some brands circumvent with insulation).

Losing water out of your pool is normal, especially when you have children practicing their cannonballs. Between splashing water out and common evaporation, it's normal to lose some water from your pool. However, if you're losing water rapidly, you might have a pool leak.

Signs of a pool leak include:

• Excessive lost water not due to splashing

• Wet spots in the yard 

• Higher-than-usual water bills

• Standing water around pool equipment 

• Algae growth

• Cracks in or around the pool