Is it safe to swim with black algae in my pool?
If you’re a concerned pool owner who’s worried about algae, you’re not alone. There are more than 21,000 types of algae, typically classified by color, including green, yellow, pink and black. You don’t want to
Cleaning your pool with BioGuard Pool Maintenance Products in 3 Easy Steps
At Zagers, we get lots of questions from customers about weekly pool chemical maintenance. We highly recommend the BioGuard 3-Step Care System because we believe it’s the best system available. We find it to be
Buying a Semi In-Ground Pool: Key Considerations
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
Converting Your Pool from Chlorine to Salt Water
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
What to Do with Your Pool After a Heavy Rain
What to Do with Your Pool After a Heavy Rain Is there anything better than having a pool on a sunny summer day? Hardly! Whether you’re hosting kids, adult friends, or just spending a day
11 Steps to Opening Your In-Ground Pool
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
When is the Best Time to Open a Pool in Michigan?
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
How to Clear a Cloudy Pool
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
Water Chemistry Tips + Cheat Sheet
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