Keeping the appropriate pH balance in your pool is one of the most important things you can do to keep your pool clean, healthy, and usable all season long. A proper pH makes the water safe for swimming, helps your sanitizer work more effectively, and allows your pool equipment to last as long as it’s…
For a full summer of fun in your pool, balanced water is essential. The right levels of alkalinity, pH, and calcium hardness keep swimmers healthy, your pool equipment in great shape, and your mind at ease. For the sake of this blog post, we’re focusing on total alkalinity, but check out our pool chemistry cheat…
The outdoor temperature is dropping, snowflakes are starting to fly, so now is a great time to invest in a new hot tub. But before you can take your first soak, make sure you’ve properly prepared the water with the right chemicals. The Simple Spa Program and SpaGuide products, available at Zagers, offer everything you…
Every year in Michigan comes the sad time when you need to close your pool. To make this easier on yourself, get familiar with the essential products first so you have everything ready to go when it’s time to get that cover on. What Chemicals Do I Need to Close a Pool? At Zagers, we…
Unfortunately, all good seasons have to come to an end, which means it’s time to close your pool for the year. That’s the bad news. The good news is that if you close your above ground pool properly, opening it next spring will be easier, so you can cannonball as soon as the weather allows.…
Owning a swimming pool takes some work. But if you tackle the following three things on the regular, you’ll be able to maximize your enjoyment while minimizing hassle. 1. Check Chemical Levels Weekly Often, balancing chemical levels is the most daunting task for new and veteran pool owners, but it doesn’t have to be. A…
Let us say that one more time: the water in your pool, hot tub and/or spa is safe – it can’t spread coronavirus. As long as you’re following regular maintenance and operation, you’re killing COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Both regular maintenance and operation are things you’re most likely already…
You’ve decided to install a pool…Hooray! Let the fun begin! We know you’re ready to get the ball rolling, but first, there are a few permits you (or your contractor/pool installer) need to pull to make sure you’re in compliance with Michigan law. Here are the most common questions we get from customers about obtaining…
When you’ve made an investment in creating your own backyard oasis, it’s important to take care of it all year long. One important way to do so is by removing snow from your pool cover during the winter season. What Happens to Ice and Snow on a Pool Cover? If you own an above-ground swimming…