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All You Need to Know About Swimming Pool Shock
The term “shock” and “pool” don’t seem to go hand-in-hand. Shocks are associated with electricity and pools with water—electricity and water are rarely a safe combination.
Common Causes of a Green Pool
A swimming pool should be full of clean, transparent water. However, it is quite common for various factors to turn pool water green. It's dirty and looks nasty, but luckily, the causes and solutions to green pool water are well known.
Top Reasons to Drain a Pool
Most swimming pool owners love their pool area and know the importance of regular pool maintenance to ensure a clean and safe swimming environment. The thought of an empty swimming pool is a nightmare for them.
Reasons to Consider Autofill
Autofill is an excellent feature for your pool. The autofill is precisely as the name describes: it automatically fills your pool as the water level becomes lower due to evaporation or pool play.
Swimming: a Great Exercise
With Covid-19 around, the importance of exercising regularly to stay fit and healthy is more essential than ever. While air-conditioned gyms and other physical activities in enclosed spaces can be dangerous due to overcrowding, swimming can be your safest bet to be in top shape.
What's New in Pool Covers
More pool owners are coming to appreciate the value of a pool cover and its various benefits. The resulting lack of evaporation saves water. The pool remains cleaner, not just by preventing debris from blowing in, but also by intercepting insects and wildlife to avoid drowning in the pool water.
Summer Opening Pool Tasks
Summers are always associated with radiant afternoons and breezy nights. The beaches appear inviting, and the idea of buying a new swimsuit is enticing, too. Thinking about splashing in sparkling water is an excellent prelude to the experience that follows. But the joy disappears when one realizes the degree of work that the pool will demand before it is reopened.
Acid Washing Time!
One of the biggest maintenance jobs we encounter is acid washing a pool. Now is an excellent time of year to consider acid washing a pool since swimming is at a minimum, and we’re looking at summer heat.in the near future. Before deciding acid washing your pool, it’s a wise idea to talk to your pool tech about the pros and cons.
When to Call the Pool Guy
There are varying needs of pool owners and when they turn to a professional pool service for help. Many times, a pool owner can go for years without experiencing a pool problem. They’re capable of handling nearly every issue on their own. Other times, they’ll depend on a pool company for almost every aspect of pool care.
Why Pool Owners Hire a Pool Cleaning Professional
Whether a family just acquired a home with a pool or has had a pool for a while, many pool owners turn to pool professionals as a permanent solution to maintaining their pool. While everyone loves a clean pool, keeping it clean isn't always easy, especially in our busy and complicated society. Here are some of the reasons we hear people offer for wanting a professional service to clean their pool:
Pool Heating Solutions
Now that the winter is in full swing, some homeowners are asking themselves if they would receive more enjoyment from their pool if they owned a pool heater. The idea of adding a pool heater brings questions! Are pool heaters a good idea? What types of pool heaters are available? Will it add value to my property?
Party by the Pool
Many of our customers choose to have a holiday or wintertime party out by their pool in the colder months. The pool area can be a gorgeous backdrop for an afternoon get together. Those who have a pool heater will want to make sure it’s turned on, and the pool sufficiently warmed if they plan to have swimming during their party. Here are some tips to make a cold-weather party out by the pool more enjoyable:
Winter Pool Care
It’s tough to think about pool maintenance for the off-season, especially if the pool is unheated. While it is true that lower temperatures and lack of occupants help keep the water clean and balanced, a winter pool still requires attention and a watchful eye. Paying closer attention is especially wise as the weather changes or during a rainy week.
How to Determine the Size of Your Pool
When adding chemicals or water to the pool, it is convenient to know is the number of gallons your pool will hold. Because pool chemicals are added based on the amount of water in the pool, knowing the size of your pool can be useful information.
Pool Safety Equipment
Whether the season is gearing up or winding down, pool safety gear should be checked frequently to be sure it’s in good condition. Safety is a state of mind, awareness, and constant vigilance of children and pets. But, as a pool pro, I can also tell you that having the right safety equipment also goes a long way in preventing and averting tragedies. So, today we’re going to look at some pool equipment which will keep your pool and swimmers safe.
Shallow Water Blackout
The summer is winding down, and the kids are spending their last few days having fun in the pool before school starts. As pool professionals, we'd like to remind pool owners about the practices which can cause shallow water blackout.
Finding a Pool Leak
One of the things which can happen that requires immediate attention is a pool leak. Pool leaks can originate in the lines or the shell, but whichever is the cause, they need to be found without delay. Sometimes, a pool leak is visible, but other times, the homeowner or pool pro may need to look for signs.
Diseases in Your Pool and How to Fight Back
If a swimming pool isn’t properly cleaned, can it make swimmers sick? Today we’re going to examine some diseases which are inherent to pools which aren't cleaned well, or in which swimmers haven’t taken precautions.
Why Does My Swimming Pool Have a Waterline?
Beautiful pools can turn slimy, grimy, and ugly fast. Aside from the leaves and other random debris that can be easily cleaned with a pool skimmer, the #1 unsightly issue with pools is a water line that forms around the edge at the waterline. It’s a common problem with pools across the nation, and a particular pool maintenance concern.
Pool Maintenance with a Salt Water Chlorinator
For decades, chlorine was the only way to keep bacteria from taking over a pool. It comes in liquid, granular, or tablet form. But, chlorine products are toxic, caustic, and stinky. They can irritate the eyes and make hair turn an odd shade of green.