Having a set of pool rules for your backyard is a must have for pool owners. It is a great guideline for your own family and for visiting guests. It helps set the expectations of acceptable behavior in and around the swimming pool area to keep everyone safe and sound at all times. Those rules and […]
Creating your backyard oasis consists of many different areas in your backyard. One is the pool, another is the patio and of course in the end it is the plants and foliage that turns the area into paradise. It’s a fine line between creating a jungle and a masterpiece so we asked Kelly Grant from […]
First you need to determine the location of the leak. Once found the liner can usually be easily patched both above the water liner and under the water. Typically a pool store will have a patch kit. This will include glue (my favourite is the boxer brand) and patching material (typically clear). If you have […]
Keeping a pool shouldn’t be a chore; everyone deserves a little R & R Posted by Guest Blogger on Mon, May 05, 2014 @ 46:01 PM ADVICE | WATER CARE Keeping a pool shouldn’t be a chore; everyone deserves a little R & R By Fred Sgambati The key to living life now and enjoying […]
The following steps will ensure the most accurate water test results. Monthly water testing not only protects your pool and its equipment but keeps bathers safe from bacteria. It is recommended by your pool support team for you to test your own pool weekly and bring a sample into the pool store once a month for a […]
Salt Water Truths (Part 1) for Salt Chlorine Generators Posted by Kara Redden on Thu, Mar 13, 2014 @ 02:02 PM Salt Series: Salt Water Truths Salt chlorine generation has fueled more myths in the swimming pool industry than ever before. Toted as the be-all and end-all by manufacturers, pool dealers, false advertising and then […]
My Beef with SALT chlorine generators Posted by Kara Redden on Mon, Feb 24, 2014 @ 00:02 PM My Beef with Salt Water Pools Sounds kinda negative doesn’t it. I have been told I am pretty negative when it comes to salt pools. I wouldn’t disagree, but the topic irks me to high heavens. Now […]
Online and DIY Buyer Beware- The big 3 make warranty changes Posted by Kara Redden on Tue, Feb 11, 2014 @ 03:01 PM Online and DIY Buyer Beware- The Pentair, Hayward and Zodiac make changes to their warranty policies. Last year was an interesting year in the land of pool equipment warranties. Hayward Pool Products, […]
Although it may be that this storm plans to just scoot by us we thought we would prepare you for any future storm that could potentially cause damage. See our tips below. Flying debris and excess rain and wind can cause damage to both your pool and the equipment. By following some logical tips and tricks, […]
Yep! Or more likely, probably. Typically if if you think you are losing water you probably are. There are a few exceptions to this rule of course. You could be losing water to evaporation in a hot and sunny summer, or maybe you spotted water by your heat pump which gives off water as part of the condensation […]
