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General Care and Maintenance Tips for a Swimming Pool

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If you own a swimming pool then you probably know to add chlorine as needed and to ensure the pump is always in good working order. While these simple tasks can go a long way toward keeping your pool clean and ready for a swim, there is much more to owning and maintaining a pool than just adding chemicals and letting the equipment do its job. Note a few general care and maintenance tips for a swimming pool and be sure you follow these with your own pool so it's always in good working order.

17 May 2016

The Importance Of Balancing Your Pool's Water Chemistry Before Winter Arrives

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The hazy, lazy days of summer are starting to turn into the darker, colder days of winter, and that means it is time to get your pool ready for the no-swimming days ahead. As someone who has not winterized their pool before, it is important you take a few moments to learn about why water chemistry is important during winter. By doing so, you are less likely to find yourself with a damaged pool next spring.

9 May 2016

Inground Swimming Pool Construction And Trees - Considerations For Homeowners

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If you're considering having an inground swimming pool installed in your garden and you have trees growing in the vicinity, there are some considerations you'll have to make.  Read on for some helpful information about existing trees and inground swimming pool construction. Should you install an inground pool next to trees? The main issue with installing a swimming pool in close proximity to trees is the potential damage that root growth could cause to the liner of your pool, especially if it's made of vinyl.

9 May 2016

Why You Should Consider a Fibreglass Swimming Pool over Concrete

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If you are looking to install a swimming pool in your home, chances are you have found that it can be constructed from either concrete or fibreglass. Concrete has been the traditional material of choice for contractors for time immemorial. However, over the years, more and more homeowners are enjoying the benefits of opting for fibreglass swimming pools. Although both options are good, here are some of the reasons why you should consider a fibreglass swimming pool.

29 April 2016

Kids-Friendly Swimming Pool Features Ideal For Your Family Pool

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You can make your family pool more fun for your kids by adding some custom-made pool features.  Make sure that your children understand the features and how to use them properly so as to avoid unnecessary accidents. Below are great examples of ideas you can borrow to customize your pool to make it super fun for kids. Heated Pool A heated pool is a great idea for you to prolong the swimming season for kids.

29 April 2016

A Basic Pool Care Checklist for New Pool Owners

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If you're a new pool owner, you may be overwhelmed by all the basic equipment and parts that go into keeping the pool safe and ready for a swim. A pool is connected to a pump which pushes water through a filter and a chlorinator and back again. While the pool does this on its own and is very self-maintaining, you will still need a list of pool equipment that will keep it clean and keep your swimmers safe.

27 October 2015