Fall Is the Best Time to Remodel a Pool: Here’s Why
Your pool needs some love. Maybe it’s cracked tile, faded plaster, or a pump that sounds like it’s filing a complaint. You’re probably wondering when the best time to remodel a pool is without losing a whole summer of swimming. Short answer: fall. Here are 5 reasons why, plus how to get started. 1. You’re […]
How to Keep Your Pool Warm in Winter (So You Can Actually Swim)
Your pool doesn’t have to hibernate the second the leaves change. With the right setup, you can keep your pool warm in winter and get months of extra swim time out of the backyard you already love. No polar bear genes required. Here are three tools that make it happen, plus how to pick the […]
How to Winterize an Inground Pool in 9 Easy Steps
Pool season is over (we know, we’re sad too), but your pool needs one last bit of love before winter. If you live where temps sit in the low 30s for weeks at a time, knowing how to winterize an inground pool is what stands between you and cracked pipes, a busted pump, and a […]
How to Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Pool and Backyard
You spent good money on a backyard you can actually enjoy. Then mosquitoes show up and your family ends up indoors by 7 p.m. This guide gives you seven tactics that work. Most cost less than $50, and you can start tonight.
4th of July Pool Party Recipes That Wow the Crowd
The 4th of July is almost here, and if you have a pool, you already have the best party venue in the neighborhood. All you need now is the food to match. This guide gives you three standout party recipes (one from the grill, one no-cook app, and one drink that looks like it belongs […]
4th of July Pool Party Ideas: 10 Easy Ways to Decorate Your Backyard
5 Reasons to Add an Outdoor Kitchen When You Build a Pool
If you’re already building a pool, right now is the best time to add an outdoor kitchen too. Once construction wraps up, adding one later means more crews, more disruption, and more money out of pocket. This post breaks down exactly why timing matters and what your options look like.
How Do I Choose a Gas Pool Heater? 5 Questions to Ask First
Your pool is getting chilly, summer is fading, and you’re not ready to cover it up yet. So you started shopping for a gas pool heater… and got buried in BTUs, efficiency ratings, and metal types. Sound familiar? Here’s the good news: picking the right heater comes down to 5 simple questions. Get them right […]
Swimming Pool Heaters: How to Pick a Replacement Unit
Your pool heater finally gave out. Before you buy a replacement, it’s worth taking a few minutes to do your homework. The right unit can save you hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs. The wrong one will cost more to run and wear out faster. Here’s what to know before you buy. Three […]
Pool Heat Pump or Gas Heater? Here Is How to Pick
A pool heat pump can cut your heating costs in half, or it can leave you standing on the deck at 68 degrees wondering why nothing is happening. Which one you get depends on three things: where you live, whether you have a spa, and how far ahead you plan your swims. Answer those and […]