The news is out and it’s true, there’s going to be a national chlorine shortage this summer. There are two main reasons for the chlorine shortage. The first is that one of the major U.S.-based chlorine tablet producers burned down last August, causing a significant drop in manufacturing (there are only two other manufacturers in…
Do you dream of lying by a pool in your own backyard, cooling off with a swim, and relaxing in your own private sanctuary? Do you wonder it would cost to bring this dream to life? We’re here to help give you an idea. In-ground pool costs can vary greatly depending on the type of…
How to Measure for a Hot Tub Cover When it’s time for a new or replacement hot tub cover, proper measurements are essential. A cover that fits will retain heat and last longer. An ill-fitting cover won’t, pardon the pun, measure up. Not sure if you need a new spa cover? Check out our post…
Checklist: 6 Steps for Hot Tub Maintenance Ahhhh, hot tubs. Whether you’re just thinking about buying one or are already proud owners, there’s something about the idea of a hot soak in a relaxing tub that appeals to just about everyone. And what’s not to like about the idea of slipping into a soothing…
Today we’re going to talk about the pros and cons of the three main types of pool heaters — gas heater, heat pump, and solar heater. Gas Pool Heaters Here at Zagers, we recommend Pentair Mastertemp Heaters, because they’re extremely easy to install and use. You just attach the gas line to one side, attach…
Before we talk about using a cover pump to take water off, let’s talk about leaving water on. You want to make sure you always keep at least six to eight inches of water on your pool cover throughout the winter. When the wind inevitably gets in there, the water helps hold the cover down…
Today, we’re going to talk about the simple but important task of winterizing your heat pump. First, turn off the control panel. If anything on the control panel is lit up, it’s still on, so make sure you turn it off before proceeding. For above ground pools, disconnect the unions. Depending on the model, the…
When you own a pool, sanitizing and shocking it are part of the deal. Here at Zagers, we get lots of questions about both: how shocking and sanitizing are similar/different, when to do either, what products to use… the list goes on and on. To help, we’ve put together this post to answer the most…
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 see any of them in your pool! Where does black algae come from? All algae can enter your pool a…