Earlier this month, we talked about how a pool heater or pool pump will let you keep the summer rolling just about as long as you want it to. All that added fun comes at a little bit of a… Read More
Archive for the ‘Swimming Pools’ Category
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How To Prep Your Pool Water for Winter
The temperature might be hitting 90-degrees again this weekend, but the calendar says winter is only a few months off. Unless you went ahead had a pool heater or heat pump installed it’s about time to start thinking of closing… Read More
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Keep the Summer Alive With a Pool Heater or Heat Pump
Labor Day weekend is here and with it the traditional end to summer, as sad as it is. But honestly, there are some traditions that just don’t deserve to be around. Buck the trend and keep the poolside fun going… Read More
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How We Got to Gunite: A History of In Ground Pools
Almost all in ground pools installed today are made from a material known as gunite. While the name describes the material used for the pool, it is also used as a blanket term for the overall method. How it became… Read More
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When Do You Need Your Pool Refinished?
If you have an older pool it most likely has a plaster interior finish. Plaster finishes are an economical choice, but they tend to not last as long as newer types of finishes. This type of finish is starting to… Read More
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How to Clear an Algae Bloom
No matter how clean you keep your pool or how watchful an eye you have on it, algae blooms can still happen. The recent heatwave doesn’t help either, since algae thrives in warmer waters. The important thing to know what… Read More
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Water Features and Their Many Advantages
Waterfalls and water fountains really add something special to a pool. The sound of moving water is therapeutic and makes for a fun spot to swim for the kids. Visually, a water feature can change the entire look of your… Read More
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Automatic Pool Covers: How Do They Work?
Cleaning your pool can be a real hassle, and even automatic pool cleaners need a little help. Covering your pool whenever you aren’t using it is the ideal way to keep it clean, but covering and uncovering your pool is… Read More
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Vanishing Edge Swimming Pool: The Basics
When most people think of a vanishing edge swimming pool they probably picture something they’ve seen on HGTV or Instagram. But these types of pools are becoming more popular among homeowners because of the amazing views and their architectural beauty…. Read More
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How to Pick a Cleaning System for Your New Pool
Aww man! You’re getting a new pool?? We’re so jealous. It’s probably a fancy inground pool too, isn’t it. How’re you going to keep it clean? Oh, you didn’t think about that part? It’s pretty easy to get swept up… Read More