Author Archives: Stephanie

  • Drain and refill your hot tub in 5 easy steps

    Your spa or hot tub requires regular maintenance to keep the water healthy and safe for bathers. Part of that regular maintenance is draining and refilling, typically every three to four months.  Overtime the hot tub or spa water can become dull, foamy and develop an odor.   This is due to the minerals, chemicals, and […]

  • Why holiday gifts from R&R Pools are exceptional!

    Have a water fanatic on your shopping list and looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Whether you are looking for a pool or a spa enthusiast, take into consideration what they love… their pool and / or hot tub.  How great is it when you get an invitation to join them in their […]

  • Why use a winter cover? 

    The use of a winter cover has been debated for years.  Should you cover your swimming pool during the winter months or not?  We recommend you invest in a winter cover for your swimming pool as it is important for a variety of reasons:  For above ground pools we recommend using an Enviromesh winter cover.    […]

  • Why prepare for a tropical storm / hurricane

    Preparing your pool and backyard for tropical storm / hurricane season is essential to keeping your pool safe and prevent damage.  Your swimming pool was an investment and preparing it for any possible storms can save you a lot of time and money in the future. Before the Storm Once the storm has passed: Overall, […]

  • Why is my pool cloudy?

    A cloudy pool can be caused by a variety of reasons, sometimes we won’t know what caused the issue in the first place, but here are some possible reasons why your pool may become cloudy: Lack of sanitizer. The sanitizer (chlorine or bromine) in the pool needs to be within its ideal range.  If the […]

  • Why the circulation system needs to be in top running order

    The circulation system of your swimming pool consists of the pump, the filter, the skimmer, main drain (Inground) and returns.  These parts all work together to keep the water moving and to remove any contaminants that have found its way into the water.  Providing you and your loved ones sparkling, safe water to enjoy all […]

  • Why clean your pool filter?

    Your pool filter is an essential part of your circulation system that removes the particulate matter that can make the pool appear hazy or cloudy.  Throughout the swimming season you should rinse a cartridge filter or backwash a sand/glass filter to remove any build-up of the particulate matter, especially if it causes a low flow […]

  • Why is my pool filter not working properly?

    Your pool filter is an important part of the pool’s circulation system and when it is not working properly you can find your pool suffering.   There are many reasons why the filter is not working properly, let’s look at the more common causes: Dirty Filter  Dirt and debris can accumulate in the pool filter […]