Patio Heater Guide: How to Pick the Perfect One for Your Backyard
Cold nights don’t have to shut down your backyard. A patio heater keeps the s’mores, game nights, and fall pool parties going well past summer. The hard part? Picking one. Electric, propane, natural gas, tabletop, wall-mounted… it’s a lot. Here’s the no-fluff breakdown so you can choose the right patio heater in about five minutes. […]
Is a Spa Worth Adding to Your Pool? 7 Health Benefits of a Spa
Planning a pool and wondering if a spa is worth it? Short answer: yes, especially if stress, sore muscles or restless nights are part of your life. The health benefits of a spa start the second you sink into that warm water. Here’s what a spa can do for you, plus what to know before […]
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 […]
5 Poolside Features for More Comfort & Leisure
—Optimize your relaxation and convenience beyond the water’s edge
3 Family Factors that Should Drive Your Swimming Pool Plan
—Questions to determine purposes for your pool to ensure a result that achieves your goals
Spa and Hot Tub Use When Pregnant: Is It Safe?
—How to make smart choices to avoid risks and enjoy the benefits During pregnancy, many questions arise about using a spa—regardless of the hot tub brand or kind of gunite spa you use.
Swimming Pool Energy Audit: Taking Stock of Inefficient Equipment
—3 ways to cut your pool’s power consumption and save on operating costs Swimming-pool ownership brings fun, healthy personal rewards, and you shouldn’t let concerns about energy bills dampen any enjoyment from those terrific benefits.
Swimming Pool Equipment: 5 Technology Options for Comfort & Convenience
—How high-tech features make pools easier, healthier, and more efficient Like so many other aspects of our lives, swimming pools have gone high-tech. The result: Today’s industry innovations and features are making pool ownership better than ever for fun, relaxation, and efficiency.
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 […]