Whether you’ve owned a pool for one season or more seasons than you can count, you know that cleaning your pool takes a good amount of time and effort. Many people assume that you just need to throw some shock in and skim it every once and a while and you’re ready to...
Many people like concrete pools because of the way they look. They can give your pool a polished and refined look. But, just like other types of pools, there may come a time when you need to do some repair work. When you need to have a concrete pool repaired, it’s...
The fall and winter months are always exciting, with kids going back to school and busy work schedules resuming to normal after a few months of lazy days in the pool. Many pool owners dread this time of year though, because it means that they have to start...
Cost Factors for Pool Repair The cost to repair a pool is affected by several factors such as the size of your pool, your swimming pool liner, the type of repair needed, and the extent of the damage. Size of Swimming Pool The size of your swimming pool can affect how...
Owning a pool means having a fun place to relax and entertain. With that comes the responsibility of maintaining it. While you can handle some tasks on your own, other tasks require the help of a professional. These tasks are not only time consuming, but you also want...
When you have a pool you can go out back on a hot day and cool down. With a pool heater, your pool is now even more enjoyable. Your able to use it during the fall, giving you even more value from your pool. But what happens when the heater breaks, where do you turn...
Buying a pool cleaner is supposed to reduce the amount of work you have to do. But, when the pool cleaner starts to malfunction, it can create more work to do. No matter what type of pool cleaner you have, there will come a time when it may not work. Knowing how to...
Owning a pool means properly maintaining it and making sure it’s clean. Part of this means having the right equipment and that it’s working properly. If you’re new to the pool ownership scene or just aren’t sure what equipment and pool cleaner parts you need, let’s...
To fully enjoy a hot summer day in your swimming pool, it's important to keep it clean and healthy. Neglecting pool maintenance and pool equipment repairs puts you at risk of swimming in a dirty pool full of debris. Therefore, ensuring that your pool equipment is...
We’ve all been there; its mid-January and suddenly there is a storm advisory that we worry could be more damaging than the weather officials think. No matter how well protected, or how many precautions we have taken for the season sometimes damage is unavoidable, and...
Testing swimming pool pH is an important part of owning a pool. Testing pH on a regular basis will ensure that your pool is safe to swim in and that your pool pump operates properly. Unbalanced pool water creates an environment that can harbor bacteria and create...
