Category: In-Ground Pools

How To Close Your In-Ground Pool For The Winter Season

By Zagers

Are the colder months around the corner, and your in-ground pool is still open? Closing your in-ground pool for the winter season can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be! Discover what to expect when closing an in-ground pool, the best time to close it for the season, and the supplies…

Pool Safety Covers: What Are They & Why Do You Need Them?

By zagers00stg

Quality care and maintenance are essential for your in-ground pool’s safety and longevity, as well as your own cost savings. Sadly, in the Northern four-season states, outdoor pool season can’t be all year long. Learn why pool safety covers are a crucial part of off-season care to provide your pool with valuable protection throughout the…

6 Things to Do Before Installing Your Pool

By Zagers

Shorten your pool installation time by checking these things off your to do list. At Zagers, we see your excitement when you decide to purchase an above ground or in-ground pool. You’re ready to swim the next day! But pool installation can take time. Because we know you’d like to jump in as soon as…

Buying a Semi In-Ground Pool: Key Considerations

By zagers00stg

You may have heard about semi in-ground pools, which have gained popularity in recent years. If you’re considering a semi in-ground pool, be sure to educate yourself and consider the pros and cons before taking the plunge. What Exactly is a Semi In-Ground Pool? Semi in-ground pools are a trendy option on the market, and…

Converting Your Pool from Chlorine to Salt Water

By zagers00stg

If you have a chlorine pool, there’s no doubt you’ve read about salt water pools. There’s been a lot of press about salt water, making pool conversions popular in recent years. While you may have heard that salt water has health benefits or that having a salt water makes pool maintenance easier, there is more…

11 Steps to Opening Your In-Ground Pool

By zagers00stg

After a long, cold winter, it’s so exciting to see the trees and grass starting to turn green. It’s finally time to think about opening your in-ground pool! Opening an in-ground pool is a multi-step process. Keep in mind that Zagers’ professionally trained staff is always ready to assist you. We can answer questions, provide…

When is the Best Time to Open a Pool in Michigan?

By zagers00stg

After a long, cold, snowy winter, don’t sunny skies, warm temperatures and taking a dip in your swimming pool sound fabulous? If you’re already dreaming of relaxing on your favorite inflatable raft, inviting friends and family over, and watching your kids play with swim noodles, you might be wondering: When is the best time to…

How to Clear a Cloudy Pool

By zagers00stg

When your pool water looks cloudy, you know something isn’t right, but how do you fix it? Before you can implement the solution, you need to know the problem, as different causes come with different remedies. Thus, step one is to determine the cause of the cloudiness. Important: fix the issue before allowing anyone to…

Water Chemistry Tips + Cheat Sheet

By zagers00stg

The dream has been playing in your head for as long as you can remember: Kids laughing, wet feet on the warm concrete, music playing, the ricochet of the diving board, and the inevitable cannonball SPLASH! You’re finally a pool owner! How exciting! …Now, how do you maintain the pool water balance without a degree…