I received a few emails about the post I did on calculating pool volume. The question posed was, “how can you measure the pool easily?” especially in the cold, wet weather.
The most common way to measure a pool is with a measuring
tape, but nowadays we use a digital laser rangefinder. It can measure up to 150 feet and will also calculate area and volume. It cannot measure pool depth through the water though, so we rely on more traditional methods to get depth measurements.
To make my pool measurements quickly I enlist the help of anyone nearby and take “readings” off of them. To measure the swimming pool depth I use the pool pole (from the net/ scoop/ vacuum head). I mark the water depth on the pole and can easily measure the pole on “dry land”.
Our laser tool has made measuring so much easier and quicker. I tend to carry spare batteries as well as my trusty old tape measures. I still use the old-style tape measure in bright sunlight for distances over 100 feet because I find it extremely difficult to find the laser dot. I suppose one day I’ll get the special sighting board and glasses or upgrade to a more powerful device. For now I’m just getting used to this little techno-toy and having fun while saving time.
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February 25th, 2008 at 11:57
Do you think the make and model really matter? I figure if I only need to measure up to 60 feet I don’t need such an upmarket machine.
Does anyone know how bright the laser on the cheaper gadgets are?
February 26th, 2008 at 18:13
I use an el-cheapo Chinese trash gadget. It is a few inches out in the results, but that’s close enough for me. I’m no pro so I use it for odd jobs around the house and yard.
If I plant the new rosebush 3 inches too far, so what?! I have had it for a year or so. If it gives me another year of service then I’m happy.