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…
How Long Does a Swimming Pool Last?
When you’re considering making an investment in a swimming pool, it’s important to gather as much information as you can before deciding what to do. Since there are many different types of pools, each of…
Are Hot Tubs Safe for Kids?
Hot tubs can be a lot of fun for kids, as long as the proper safety precautions are taken. Learn how you can ensure your kids enjoy all the benefits once they reach the appropriate…
What to Consider When Buying a Home with a Pool
When you’re looking for your next home, keep in mind that if it doesn’t have a pool, that doesn’t mean you can’t install one—and if it does have a pool, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s…
I’m Going on Vacation. What Should I Do with My Pool?
Bags packed? Check. Lawn mowed? Check. Healthy snacks for kids in the car? Check. Dog dropped off at Aunt Linda’s? Check! You’re almost ready to take that much-needed vacation, when it hits you…What about the pool? Don’t…
How to Vacuum a Doughboy Above Ground Pool
One of the most important aspects of swimming pool maintenance is keeping it clean, and regular vacuuming is vital to the health and longevity of your pool. Although the concept is the same, the specifics…
When Should I Use My Pool or Spa Around a Workout?
Pools and hot tubs can be a great part of your fitness regimen, including workout recovery. But when is the best time to use your pool or hot tub surrounding your training? What…
How to Open Your Above Ground Pool
The weather is warming up, and you are itching to open your pool this spring. Is now the right time? Here’s a good rule of thumb: If the grass is turning green, so is your…
Can You Bury an Above Ground Pool?
Can You Bury an Above Ground Pool? A question we hear from time to time is whether or not above ground pools can be installed as in-ground pools. The short answer is yes, but the…