Category: Pool Maintenance

Vinyl Pool Liners: The Pros and Cons

By zagers00stg

This list will give a quick breakdown of the pros and cons of using vinyl pool liners versus concrete, tile or fiberglass. Cost, installation, customization, replacement, resell value and maintenance upkeep should all be considered as you move through the purchasing process. Vinyl liners have become the most popular choice due to their low cost,…

Winter is Coming: How to Winterize and Close Your Pool in 10 Steps

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Unfortunately, summer is beginning to come to an end, and that also means that pool season is winding down as well. The following is a guide on how to winterize and close your in-ground pool. Find your stuff Find all of your winterizing supplies (cover, plugs for the skimmers, chemicals, air pillow, etc.). Also keep…

Pool Safety 101

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Implementing and enforcing pool safety is an important task for pool owners to take on. When purchasing a pool, consider the added responsibility that it requires to take care and maintain a safe pool area. This can include: the proper signage, warnings, fencing, and pool covers. Below are some suggestions on how to create and facilitate…

Salt Water Chlorine Generator: How it Works

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A salt water chlorine generator or more simply put, a ‘salt chlorinator’, is a system that creates chlorine from sodium chloride (Salt – NaCI). This generator eliminates the hassle of constant trips to the store to purchase chemicals. To be more specific, as salt water enters the swimming pool’s circulation system, it flows through the…

Everything You Need to Know About a DE Pool Filter

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There are a few different options for filters in the pool and hot tub world. This post will give you a brief over view of the three filtration systems, and elaborate on the DE Filter System, which is one of the most efficient pool filters on the market. Sand Filters are one of the oldest and…

4 Ways to Reduce Chlorine Levels in Your Swimming Pool

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4 Ways to Reduce Chlorine Levels in Your Swimming Pool The addition of chlorine is an important maintenance aspect to above ground and in-ground pool ownership alike.  Sometimes the chlorine amounts in your swimming pool can become higher than the recommended levels, resulting in a less-desirable swimming experience. A few signs of high chlorine can…