Category: Water Care

  • Problem of the Month: Water Scum Line

    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 […]

  • How Does Rain Affect Your Swimming Pool?

    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 […]

  • Borates! The bonus way to reduce your chlorine consumption.

    Borates: How Do They Work?  Borate (Optimizer Plus) This product is a surefire way of adding sparkle and shine to your pool. Besides buffering the water’s alkalinity and pH, it prevents algae growth and helps you reduce chlorine consumption. It’s no secret; it has brought a much-needed change in pool maintenance and cleaning methods. Optimizer plus […]

  • An Expert Interview About Pool Chemicals

    R&R Pools has carried the BioGuard line of chemicals for many years, trusting the quality of their products.  Each season, our staff goes through extensive training with BioGuard helping to ensure you receive the best recommendations on your water conditions. Our clients who are currently on the BioGuard line of chemicals have seen the difference […]

  • How Swimming Pool Ionizers Work, the Cost and the Pros, and Cons

    There’s more to cleaning and maintaining your swimming pool than just keeping leaves and twigs out. Invisible parasites and pathogens can also make your pool unsafe for you and your family. And that’s where the Clearblue swimming pool ionizer comes in. Here’s everything you need to know about leveraging Clearblue ionizer for smoother and silkier pool water. […]

  • Problem of the Month: Green Algae

    What is it? Algae is a living organism (plant) that can appear in your pool when your sanitizer levels have dropped to a level that cannot control them.  They can enter your pool by various means, including by the wind.  Heavy rain, high heat and low chlorine levels also add to a rapid algae growth.  […]

  • Getting Smart with Hot Tub Chemistry

    Are you thinking about getting a hot tub, or are you a new hot tub owner and the chemistry just seems to be overwhelming for you?  A hot tub is meant to be a way of relaxing and helps to reduce stress and tension.  Don’t allow it to worry you! We are going to dig […]

  • How water testing can be your secret weapon!

    Testing your pool water is vital to ensure your pool is always at its best! You want to keep your loved ones safe while swimming.  Many times a pool can look crystal clear to your eyes but does require some attention.  By taking an accurate reading of the water conditions you can save time and […]