What is the Best Type of Pool Filter?
Pool filters are an essential part of your pool’s plumbing system. They filter out dirt, sunscreen residue, body oils, algae and other types of debris to keep the water in Read more
Pool Safety for your Pets
Pool safety is as important for your pets as it is for children. Every year during pool season, approximately 5,000 family pets drown in swimming Read more
How Does Hydrostatic Pressure in an Inground Pool Work?
Have you heard stories about entire inground pools floating or popping out? These aren’t just tall tales. Inground pools can become unstable or unsecure under certain conditions. Hydrostatic pressure is Read more
Why Hair Turns Green in a Pool & How to Fix It
Most people don’t expect that swimming will change their hair color. If you have light brown or blonde hair, you could leave a pool with green tips. This odd phenomenon Read more
How to Cure Chlorine Demand or Chlorine Lock
Are you frustrated that the chlorine readings on your pool aren’t where they should be even after adding plenty of chlorine or doing a shock treatment? This problem is called Read more
The Importance of Swimming in Clean Pool Water
Any swimming pool owner can vouch for the fact that keeping pool water clean is a task that requires unrelenting devotion. It doesn’t take much neglect for the Read more
Winter Pool Maintenance: The Florida Way
Tending to winter maintenance can make a big difference in the lifespan of your pool and equipment, whether you live in Florida or a colder climate. Steps in Read more
Is Pool Ownership the Right Choice for You?
Are you thinking about living the dream of having a swimming pool? On hot summer days, going for a swim is the life, especially compared to sitting inside and cranking Read more
How to Prime a Pool Pump, Step-by-Step
The pump is basically the circulation system of a swimming pool. Its job is to pull water from the pool and through the main drain and skimmer, push it Read more
A Pool Secret with Benefits: Shower Before Swimming
Many people mistakenly believe that showering before entering a swimming pool is “old school,” but that’s not the case at all. There are tremendous benefits when swimmers take Read more



