An inground pool is unlike most investments you’ll make in your life. To get one in your backyard and swim-ready, you need to find a trusted pool builder who sources their pools from a reputable, credible manufacturer. Finding the right swimming pool contractor for you and your backyard makes the difference between a professional pool … Read more
A veteran pool boy once told me that with great pools comes great responsibility. This is especially true for inground pools. Proper inground pool maintenance is the key to keeping your water clear, your equipment running efficiently, and your primary investment (your pool!) protected. If you don’t know how to maintain your inground pool, however, … Read more
Ask any inground pool owner about owning an inground pool, and many will have great things to say. One may assume that an inground pool would require basic maintenance and care, but remember, these are luxury products and should be treated as such. You guessed it, guys: owning an inground pool means regular upkeep. You … Read more
So you’re one of many people who don’t like the feel of chlorinated water on their skin. Totally understandable. You’ve probably been researching different pool water chlorine alternatives and are curious about salt. Saltwater pools have grown in popularity over the past decade, and many homeowners choose them as a “chlorine alternative” for their inground … Read more
How does water flow through an inground swimming pool? How does a pool stay clear and clean? The answer is *drumroll* pool equipment! Your pool equipment is the respiratory system and heart of your swimming pool. When something stops working, whether it’s the pool pump, pool filter, or pool heater (if you have one), your … Read more
If you’re a longtime pool owner, you know just how important it is to monitor and maintain your pool equipment. Clearing out your skimmer basket, backwashing and cleaning your filter, testing your water chemistry, and setting your pump on a timer. You know, all that super fun stuff. Owning a pool should be about enjoyment … Read more
If you’re considering purchasing a swimming pool, you may be concerned about the maintenance you’ll have to undertake. Picking the pool that is right for you and your swimming needs is one thing. That will determine a good chunk of the required maintenance. But what about the type of filter you purchase? Surely filters need … Read more
As summer fades and the vibrant colors of autumn take over, it’s time to shift your focus from splashing in the pool to properly closing it down for the season. Fall maintenance is essential to ensure your pool remains in good condition and ready for next summer. Here are the top five fall maintenance tips … Read more
If you’re a pool owner, you probably want your pool to look as clean as possible, right? Well, you also probably know that in order for that to be the case, you have to keep up with maintenance on a regular basis. However, even if you do so, there are instances where your pool may … Read more