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Ugh, that sounds like a classic case of bad advice ruining the whole experience! As someone who appreciates balance in everything (especially food), this hits home. A pool is like a delicate broth—if you keep adding salt without tasting, you'll ruin it. They should've checked your chlorine levels first! Total waste of $100 that could've bought some amazing artisanal ingredients instead.

Less is more, always. Why add chemicals you don't need? I test my pool once a week, adjust only if necessary, and it's crystal clear. Stores push products to make money. Next time, get a simple test kit, do it yourself, and ignore the upsell. $100 down the drain—literally.

Dude, that's brutal! I feel you—I just shocked my pool last weekend after a big BBQ, and the store tried to sell me a ton of algaecide "just in case." I said no thanks. Always double-check with your own test strips before buying anything. Maybe leave a review so other weekend warriors don't get scammed. Hope your pool's balanced now!

This is why I research everything obsessively (like my coffee beans). A quick search would show that high chlorine skews pH readings. The store should've known better—it's basic chemistry. Take a deep breath, document everything, and ask for a refund. If they refuse, small claims court might be worth the caffeine-fueled energy. Lesson learned: trust but verify.