Automatic Pool Covers: 5 Benefits Every Pool Owner Should Know
You bought a pool to relax, not to spend weekends skimming leaves, watching your water bill climb, and worrying about kids near the water. An automatic pool cover solves all three with the push of a button. Here are the five biggest benefits, plus how covers work and what they cost. How an Automatic Pool […]
Swimming Pool Storm/Hurricane Cleanup: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
—Steer clear of these missteps after major wind, rain, and flooding hits your pool Powerful storms and hurricanes create headlines and can cause catastrophic damage. Along with your home, your backyard can get hit hard by high winds and torrents of rain that leave your pool in need of serious care and possibly some repairs.
Crypto Outbreaks in Swimming Pools: Prevent Attacks with Ozone/UV Sanitizers
—How to protect against cryptosporidium and other chlorine-resistant organisms in your pool Have you noticed more news reports chronicling outbreaks of dangerous microorganisms in public swimming pools? One pathogen, in particular, cryptosporidium, has been rearing its ugly head with greater frequency, passing along—yuck—gastrointestinal distress and other aggravating side effects.
Swimming Pool Inspections: What to Check When Buying a Home with a Pool
—Negotiate a better home purchase price with an in-depth pool inspection Seeking a new home with outdoor space for keeping cool, entertaining, and exercising? Many people are, and for these reasons, some house hunters see the advantage of buying a home with an existing inground swimming pool. With a ready-made backyard resort, you can begin […]
Energy-Efficient Swimming Pool Equipment: 3 Power-Saving Picks
—A must-have list for an environmentally friendly pool with lower power consumption Would you like to enjoy the splash-tastic benefits of a backyard swimming pool that operates with superior energy efficiency? You can have outdoor fun while championing smart energy use. Whether you already own a backyard retreat or plan to build one, the right […]
Pool Chlorine Alternatives: How Ozone Delivers Healthier Water
—What ozonation is and five reasons it makes swimming safer and more comfortable When it comes to your swimming pool, the ideal scenario is to enjoy a refreshing dip—without worrying about the havoc that chlorine might inflict on your skin, hair, lungs, and eyes. Your swimming environment shouldn’t be an anchor around your neck. To […]
Hot Tubs vs. In-Ground Spas: What’s the Difference? Part 2 of 2
—Learn the benefits of portable spa models compared with custom concrete spas Click here for part 1 of 2: Portable Hot Tubs Part 2: Inground spas A portable hot tub or an inground concrete spa—which one is right for you? As discussed in part 1 of this article, both prefabricated hot tubs and their custom-built […]
Hot Tubs vs. In-Ground Spas: What’s the Difference? Part 1 of 2
—Learn the benefits of portable manufactured models compared with custom concrete spas Part 1: Portable Hot Tubs Few activities are more relaxing than settling into a warm, bubbly spa at the end of a hard day. Along with the health benefits of unwinding mind and body in heated, swirling water, a spa can make an […]
How to Clean Swimming Pool Cartridge Filters in Easy Steps
—Tips and guidelines for smart filter “housekeeping” to help ensure efficient filtration Keeping your swimming pool water looking and feeling good requires regular cleaning of your pool filter. Fortunately, for those with a cartridge-type filter system, maintaining the elements—the tubes of folded, accordion-like material that goes inside the filter tank—is easy to do.
Backyard Drainage and its Impact on Your Swimming Pool and Deck
—The overlooked role that your roof and rain gutters play in maintaining your backyard Fall and winter weather bring increased rainfall, and if that water collects and concentrates in your backyard, it can wreak havoc on your swimming pool and surrounding deck and patio. Avoid a backyard mess by having proper drainage strategies in place. Toward […]