Author Archives: Stephanie

  • So you have your results, now what?

    Last time we focused on tips to ensure you had a good water test visit.  Now that you have the “prescription” in hand, what do you do? After your water test is complete. Balancing your water helps to prevent issues. Keeping the right balance of your swimming pool water is essential. Balancers control scale, avoid […]

  • Wet and Wild Party Ideas!

    First thing we should all think about is safety.  Depending on the number of persons you have invited, you may want to designate a few to watch over the pool area at all times (or rotate the duties) so no children or under the influence adults become hurt.  Another suggestion is to hire a trained […]

  • Free Closing Kit with Monthly Water Analysis

    With the generosity of   BioGuard Canada, R&R Pools is proud to present all loyal customers with a free Closing Kit at the end of the season, for those who use our BioGuard products and follow our advice on their water test analysis. Just to remind all our customers, we have outlined the requirements needing to be […]

  • 5 Winter Damage Preventative Tips

    Winter is coming… Are you ready? With winter quickly approaching it is time to close your pool if you have not already completed the task.   Here we have 5 Tips to help you prevent Winter Damage this season. 1. Check the pool and surrounding area for leaks before you close.– It is cheaper to address […]

  • Winterizing the pool… Is it really so important?

    Well that time is upon us, the leaves are changing color, pumpkin pies are baking, apple cider is brewing, and the nights are cooler.  Autumn is here and it’s time to start thinking about winterizing the pool.  UGH! Is it really that important to winterize the pool? Pools that are not properly winterized are vulnerable […]

  • Swim to Survive Program and Safety Checklist

    With our safety month nearing an end, I wanted to take a moment to make you aware of the Swim to Survive program (through the Lifesaving Society) which R&R Pools has been a sponsor of for many years now. Swim to Survive is a program the Lifesaving Society puts together for Grade 3 students in Nova […]

  • Water Fitness Safety Tips, Pet Lovers Safety Tips

    Safety Month at R&R Pools continues with some safety tips for the water aerobics lovers and the pet lovers! Water Fitness: Water fitness is both healthy and effective.  It increases stamina, agility, and strength while assisting in weight loss.  Physical exercise in a swimming pool also helps safeguard bones and joints from the grueling effects […]

  • Water Safety and Safe Entertaining

    Water Safety Water safety is a huge concern for everyone.  Follow these tips and you can greatly lessen any chances of an accident. Adequate Adult Supervision!  A child can drown in as little as 2 inches of water. If you must leave the pool area for any reason such as to answer the phone or […]

  • Safe Diving, Sliding and Jumping

    Summertime means fun for kids.  Thrill and adventure awaits them at every turn.  But it’s the thrill of diving into a pool or sliding into the water that prompts us to send out a reminder on safe diving and sliding this week as we dig further into our Safety Month.  Below is a piece from […]