Category: Pool Tips
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The Top Backyard Swimming Pool Trends of 2019
Summer season is in full swing, which means it’s the best time to start thinking about what upgrades your swimming pool environment needs. What you may not realize is that technology in the pool, spa and outdoor living industries have grown rapidly, and there are some great new options that can transform your backyard. So,…
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5 Ways to Save Money as a Swimming Pool Owner
Owning a pool can be a great investment that brings value as well as enjoyment to your home. But as any pool owner knows, the costs of owning a pool can really start to add up after a while. In addition to the initial cost of building your pool, there will be ongoing maintenance costs…
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How to Get Started with Pool Maintenance
Having a pool is something that many people consider to be a key element of the perfect home. However, just like anything else, there are pros and cons to pool ownership. One of the cons is the effort it takes to maintain a pool. But you can minimize the burden, both financially as well as…
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Swimming Pool Chemical Testing: Methods and Techniques
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Checking pool and spa chemical levels is an important practice that pool owners and operators often overlook. Swimming pool chemical testing is critical because it validates water quality and determines the necessary dosages for correcting water chemistry issues. If your water chemistry is out of balance, you can end up with corrosive or scale-forming conditions that…
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Swimming Pool Safety: Drowning Prevention & Chemical Safety
Now that Memorial Day has passed marking the unofficial start of summer, it’s a good time to think about swimming pool safety. When it comes to swimming, ensuring health and safety should always be a top priority. Drowning Prevention Drowning prevention should always be the first and foremost consideration every time we spend time around…
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Patio Design Ideas for Pools Owners
If you’re thinking about adding a pool to your home or if you already have a pool, then you’ve probably fantasized about transforming your backyard into a beautiful and inviting oasis escape. Perhaps a pool environment that’s more vibrant, modern or entertaining – a spot for food and cold drinks where you and your family…
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Your Complete Guide to Variable Speed Pool Pumps
Single speed and dual speed pool pumps are officially a thing of the past. More and more pool owners are ditching the noisy, inefficient pumps that were once the norm and upgrading to far superior variable speed pool pumps. Since your pool pump can be the largest electricity consumer in your home, trading your old…
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10 Best Pool Designs for Your Backyard
Having a backyard pool is a luxury; however, when the weather is hot, it may seem more like a necessity instead of a luxury. It’s a homeowner’s oasis and a relaxing retreat from the stresses of the world. It’s also a place where the kids get to have fun, and guests can gather for a…
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Winter Pool Maintenance: 7 Off Season Pool Care Pro Tips
Depending on the region you live in, ongoing pool care can be a year round requirement. Yes, the water temperatures are cold, UV ray angles are low and your pool might not have any bather load; however your pump, filter, heater and other pool equipment are functional and need to be watched. When it’s finally…
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3 Reasons You Should Learn How to Close a Pool (the Right Way)
Now that it’s fall, you might be faced with the tedious task of closing your pool. However, if you don’t close your pool properly – next spring you will also be faced with time-consuming and expensive repairs. But we have good news – it’s not too late to avoid time-consuming and expensive post-winter pool…