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If you are a homeowner that owns a pool, then it will certainly be beneficial to have a good pool repair company that you can rely upon when there are repairs that need to be done. Hiring the services from a good pool company is a fine choice, as the homeowner will be able to relax and enjoy the pool without ever being concerned about the maintenance.

When the hot summer months arrive you want to be prepared to go out and enjoy a dip in the water and spend your time swimming. The last thing you want to do is to spend your time searching all around town looking for a good repair company to make all the necessary repairs that will be needed in order for you to get back to some warm weather activities. Read the rest of this entry »

Regardless of the area of the country in which you live, hot tubs are popular year-round. Even in the winter, the idea of soaking in a hot tub while the snow falls and the chill winds blow is an amazing luxury after a long day at work. Hot tubs are prized by because of their therapeutic properties as well. Imagine soaking after a long commute or simply to get the chill out of your bones after a cold, snowy day. Talk with your swimming pool builder about how to best keep yours going all year long.

Whether you use yours for hydrotherapy or simple whirlpool relaxation, your contractor can help you decide the best type for your needs. Read the rest of this entry »

Swimming pool floats are great swimming accessories that you can use for that wonderful and fun swimming experience. They are available in different shapes, colors, sizes and styles. These floats are now an addition to the other fun swimming tools like inflatable mattresses and beach balls. They come in varieties of models that both men and women will enjoy such as large floating gyms, playing centers and even small toys. You will surely enjoy having these floats for your self or for the whole family.

Every one from adults to children alike finds inflatable lounges as a great way to relax on the water. Kids and toddlers find activity centers and baby seats a safe, fun and comfortable while floating on the water. The inflatable canoes, surfboards, ride on sharks, ride on sea places are great attractions for children to enjoy their water experience. Read the rest of this entry »

Many pool owners desire to minimize the use of chemicals to sanitize their pool. Some turn to a saltwater system but one alternative to consider is switching to an ozone system, which can be just as effective as other chemicals.

Ozone generators can greatly reduce the use of chemicals in the pool. They are powered by gas. It can be just as effective as a chlorine system at both oxidizing and sanitizing and is considered an environmentally friendly alternative. Some swimmers find that they are sensitive to chemicals and get skin irritation from swimming in chemically treated pools, and an ozone system means less chemicals in the pool. Sometimes, a small amount of chemical is required in addition to the ozone generator, but reducing the amount is an improvement. You should consult a pool maintenance professional to know the proper balance your pool need. Read the rest of this entry »

Putting some swimming pool slides is a good option to make your swimming experience more fun and enjoyable. There are different types of slides that you can choose from whether you have in-ground or above ground swimming areas. There are various sizes and designs for in-ground pool slides. Some of these have a 360 degrees turn or just a simple turn either to the left or to the right side. You can have these slides designed more conveniently to mesh with your landscape and rockscapes designs on the poolside. To add more fun to your slides you can have it built with one that can draw water into the slide. This may require however another water source to enjoy this added feature from swimming pool slides. Read the rest of this entry »

The green trend isn’t going anywhere soon, and manufacturers are starting to notice. The new lines of products are more energy efficient than ever. When looking for environmentally friendly pool supplies, you should look for products that feature high energy efficiency, low pollution or water conservation.

Consider a solar-paneled water heater. Systems like the SunGrabber include four solar panels that are mounted on your roof. Water is circulated to the solar panels, is warmed using the sun’s energy, and returned to your pool, electricity and gas free! The SunGrabber can increase your temperature by at least ten degrees. For larger pools, additional solar panels can be purchased. This system could be used in addition to a solar blanket for maximum effectiveness. For above ground heaters, the Solar Bear system is installed right next to the pool on the ground. Read the rest of this entry »

Fashion loves to hand out do’s and don’ts, but swimming pool maintenance has some great tips as well! Check out these pool maintenance do’s and don’ts.

Don’t: Assume the pool’s water chemistry is self-sustaining.
Do: Check water chemistry at least twice per week. Don’t let pH get above 8.0 or alkalinity stray from the 80-140 range.

Don’t: Assume that kids won’t go for a dip when you aren’t looking. Read the rest of this entry »

Swimming pools which have been upgraded to a Pentair Intelliflo are much more energy efficient and eco-friendly than those using single speed pool pumps. Many times the installation can be tedious since this is such a powerful and technological pump. We will guide you through the process so you can enjoy a lower energy consumption from your pool.

You will obviously need to take out your current pump in order to replace it with your new setup. The variable speed pump is large so make sure that it will fit on your equipment pad, dimensions can be found on Pentair’s product brochure. When choosing a location for the installation, choose one that is out of the elements as much as possible. The electronics are very delicate, so you want to keep as much water out of the motor and control box as possible.

Make sure that the electrical wiring can handle the amp draw of the Pentair Intelliflo when operating at high speed to circulate the maximum amount of swimming pool water. Having faulty wiring can cause shorts and can eventually damage the sensitive electronics. Now would be a good time to also check the breakers. At full speed this pump draws 16 amps at 220 volts.

When you are ready to redo the plumbing, check the suction and pressure lines for any bad glue joints or unnecessary flow restrictions. Air can be drawn into the plumbing if there are faulty connections on the suction line which can cause the pump to operate poorly or even fail to prime. Bad joints on the pressure side will cause water to leak out. Always use unions attached to the pool pump so that you can make up for minor errors in your plumbing and also so the pump and motor can be removed without having to cut it out of the plumbing. Be prepared to let the glue and silicone dry for a fair amount of time.

The Pentair Intelliflo has a very complex control system. Before you run the pump, make sure to read the manual so you will have a better idea on how the pump operates. Since this is a variable speed pump the greatest energy savings are accomplished by running the pool motor at the lowest possible speed. Generally, you should circulate the entire amount of swimming pool water for sanitization reasons. Some choose to run the pump at a higher speed for around an hour in order to clean the surface water better.

Pools can be the largest energy consumer at your house. Installing a Pentair Intelliflo will greatly reduce the energy usage from your swimming pool. This variable speed pump also allows for more flexibility and design options.

If you have recently purchased your first ever home spa, you must be learning about small details related to caring and maintenance of your spa tub. From spa covers to handling jet pressure, there are many things that you need to learn. One of the most critical things to learn regarding spa hot tub is handling of chemicals.

What are Spa Chemicals?

Spa chemical are the products that are added in the hot tub water to free it from impurities. Many times water contains unhealthy contaminants that can harm your skin or can make you sick. Based on the kind of impurities present in the water, its pH, calcium and sanitizer levels, you can decide regarding several kinds of chemicals that you should use.

Spa Shock for removal of dead organic matter

Shock is a type of spa chemical that can remove dead organic matter from spa water. Shock can remove contaminants such as skin, oils, lotions, and cosmetics from the water to make it fresh and clear. It should be the first chemical added when you fill your products. Application of Shock once in a week can help in keeping your water fresh and clear.

Check chemical balance of water with test strip

To check the chemical balance of water in your spa tub, you can use a spa test strip. They are easy to use and can be easily used even by a lay man to measure the level of pH, calcium, mineral content and sanitizer in the water. Once the chemical balance of water is clear, you can have a better idea of other spa chemical that you need to use.

Spa Sanitizer

Chlorine is the most popular and widely used sanitizer throughout the world. Some other popular are bromine and guanine. Each of these has their own advantages and should be used in accordance with your tub needs. The spa tub are usually available in tablet, granular or nugget format.

In addition to, shock, and spa test strip, you may feel the need of various other spa chemicals to make the water suitable for hot. Other product chemicals include
• Spa tub clarifies to remove unwanted particulates from the water

• Balances to maintain the pH or alkaline levels of water

• Cleaners to keep the spa tub water clean and fresh

Before using any spa chemicals, make sure the chemical is not reactive with your skin. Look for products that are mild while still offering you a clean and clear form of water. Also, change the saunas water once in every 2-3 months to ensure you have clean and fresh water.

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Are you planning to have an above ground pool? Setting up an above ground pool is indeed a difficult task. Many times, above ground pool owners realize that the pool is not leveled properly. However, this realization occurs when the pool has been set up and filled completely with water.

It is possible that the ground was not level to begin with. Sometimes the pool also might appear level until it is filled completely with water. Do not worry as there are simple ways in which you can ensure that above ground pools are level. You can implement the given tips to fix the problem if you already have filled the pool with water.

Widen a pool net pole

This is the first step you need to follow while leveling the pool. Stretch a pool net pool and stretch it across the swimming pool. Take a ‘level’ and then place it on the pole. In this way you will know if the pole is in level. It is important that you move the level around the pool so that you will know if it is level or not throughout the edge of the pool. This will also help you to find out the uneven places around the pool.

Slowly, you need to lift the pole’s end till you are sure that the bubbles on the level are in level. Place the pole firmly and gauge the overall distance between the top part of the pole and the pole. Note down this number on a piece of paper. This will help you to know how to raise the pool’s side to level it.

How to correct the problem?

Carefully, slip the garden shovel under the pool’s frame tracking. Do not push it as it can damage the lining. Gently, lower the garden spade shovel and keep it on the ground till you get the desired level height. Hold the spade shovel in place in this position.

Scoop up the sand using the shovel and throw it at the base of the swimming pool. You will require the help of another person for this particular task. You can also avail the services of an expert for this particular task. Still using the wall for support, pack the sand under the wall till it is filled completely.

You should then lift the garden spade shovel up and slowly to lower the pool wall. It is possible that the level is still not correct. In this case, you will have to add more sand around the swimming pool to correct the level. You can also seek the services of an expert if you find the entire process difficult.

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