The first step in fighting bacteria in water is to keep the water in the pool balanced. When the pool water is too acidic or too basic the sanitizer will have a harder time at destroying the bacteria in the water. Balancing the pool water means adjusting the Alkalinity, Calcium, pH and Sanitizer levels and […]
Swimming pools require routine maintenance and chemicals to ensure the water stays crystal clear and healthy. We recommend customers to come in once a month for a professional water test, but we do have the odd customer who has come in for the first time later in the season because they have a water issue […]
Over the past few seasons clients have been requesting more information on sanitizer alternatives. The ClearBlue ionizer is one of the alternatives that are available through R&R Pools. Although you will still use chlorine as a sanitizer, your pool will require less with the ClearBlue Ionzier. Let’s take a closer look at the ClearBlue system: […]
Balancing the pool water means adding the proper amount of certain chemicals to ensure the safety and health of bathers as well as protection for the pool equipment. To determine the amount of chemicals, as well as which chemicals to add, we encourage you to take a water sample to your local pool professional for […]
Properly maintaining your spa will not only keep the water sparkling but will also protect your spa equipment and keep the water safe. A spa is an investment, and with proper care, can give you enjoyment and relaxation for a long time. Weekly On a weekly basis you should remove your spa filter and give […]
Our clients have come to depend on us, here at R&R Pools, to provide them with quality products, to be able to answer their questions, and to help guide them in the chemistry of their water. Your hot tub or spa is no exception. So, we decided to take some of our more frequently asked […]
Nothing compares to a dip in a pool, right? But this might not be that fun if bees, wasps, frogs and ducks are using your pool as their new stomping grounds. Besides being a nuisance, these small insects and animals can be a health concern. Unless you’re ready to face the consequences of a bee […]
What is it? A coating on the wall of the pool along the waterline which feels greasy. Most of the time it is due to oils, lotions and other organic contaminants that enter the water via swimmers, causing a greasy build-up. By not attending to this problem, you may see some staining along the water […]
There’s a lot of water care that goes into making sure your swimming pool stays in fine condition. Usually, when asked about pool contaminants, most homeowners will list everything except rainfall. Yet we’ve all heard about acid rain, and if you live in Nova Scotia, you know that it’s a huge problem. Besides thunderstorms, you […]
One of the most vital facets of pool maintenance is keeping it clean. Turn a blind eye on proper care—and you can ruin your inground pool. But let’s be honest, although chlorine is a safe sanitizer that keeps your pool water clean, overusing it can adversely impact your pool surfaces. So, how can you keep […]
