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Swimming Pool Safety Tips for Children
November 15/2024
November 15/2024
Swimming pools are a great source of enjoyment and relaxation, especially during the summer months. However, it's crucial to prioritize safety, particularly when it comes to children. In this blog post, we will discuss essential swimming pool safety tips to ensure that child
As the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to drop, it’s time to think about preparing your pool for the winter season. Whether you have an above-ground or in-ground pool, proper winterization is crucial to protect your investment and ensure a smooth reopening come spring. To help you throu
As summer draws to a close and the crisp fall air sets in, it's time to start thinking about winterizing your inground pool. Properly preparing your pool before the cold months
Building an inground swimming pool involves several steps. Here is a general outline of the process:Design and Permits:1) Determine the desired
The lifespan of a pool liner can vary depending on several factors, including the quality of the liner, maintenance practices, water chemistry, and environmental conditions. On average, a well-maintained pool liner can last between 8 to 12 years. However, some liners can las
Benefits of a Safety Cover for Your Pool
December 15/2023
December 15/2023
A safety cover for your pool can provide several benefits. Here are some of the key advantages:Enhanced Safety: The primary benefit of a safety cover is to ensure the safety of people, especially children and pets. It acts as a physical barrier, preventing accidental falls
The Benefits of Having a Pool Heater
August 15/2023
August 15/2023
Owning a swimming pool is a wonderful luxury that brings joy, relaxation, and endless hours of fun. While the summer months offer warm water for swimming, what about the rest of the year? This is
HOW TO MAINTAIN A POOL PUMP MOTOR
March 15/2022
March 15/2022
A pump can be likened to the heart of a swimming pool. Circulating the water is essential to a healthy, clean swimming environment. What can be done to protect the heart of your pool? You don't have to pay a professional to perform most of these simple tasks that can prolong
HOW TO MAINTAIN A POOL FILTER
February 15/2022
February 15/2022
The sun is shining and everyone is anxious to go for a swim. The last thing anyone wants is pool repairs during prime swimming season. Pool filtration is a simple process that we might not give much consideration to until something goes wrong. Cloudy water is one indication
HOW TO VACUUM A SWIMMING POOL
August 15/2021
August 15/2021
Vacuuming your pool doesn’t have to be complicated, although it can be tricky if you haven’t done it before. Here are some simple steps to make vacuuming your pool easy.Fully submerge the vacuum hose with the pole in to the pool. The other end of the hose should have a vacuu
3 COMMON POOL OWNER MISTAKES
June 15/2021
June 15/2021
Nobody's perfect. We all make mistakes. But learning from other's mistakes is much less painful than making them ourselves. Here are 3 common pool owner mistakes to avoid so you can have a care free pool season.Mistake #1 - Open the pool in JuneEvery year there are those goo
5 REASONS TO GET YOUR POOL READY EARLY
January 15/2021
January 15/2021
Let's face it; many of us are procrastinators. We like to put things off until the very last minute and then scramble to get it done in a panic. Why do we bring this added stress into our lives when a little forethought could make things much easier? This is particularly tru
THE CLASSIC ONE PIECE - FIBERGLASS POOLS
December 15/2020
December 15/2020
While we’re not talking about swim suits, we are talking about another warm weather tend; fiberglass pools. It’s true that one piece fiberglass pools have been around since the late 1950’s. The fiberglass pool is not a new concept. But it’s just been
LIVING THE POOL LIFE
November 15/2020
November 15/2020
We have transformed hundreds of plain-Jane backyards into relaxing dream escapes. Dandelion infested lawns have been uprooted and replaced with breath taking infinity pools, water features, fire tables, and hot tubs. Weathered patios have been ripped out and new stamped conc
HOW TO GET RID OF ALGAE IN A POOL
October 15/2020
October 15/2020
It's every pool owners worst nightmare; algae. Algae often hits at the worst time, like on a long weekend, or just before a pool party. Battling a green pool can be a frustrating experience. Algae costs a lot of time, energy and money. What starts ou
ABOVE GROUND POOLS: AFFORDABLE FUN
September 15/2020
September 15/2020
Asking the family how to spend a summer together can be a challenging proposition. Varying opinions and a slew of other factors can make for a tough decision. Should the family go on a road trip, hit the beach, or maybe go camping? What if the choice of where to go and what
A common reaction when people see the pools we have built is, "Wow, that's incredible," or, "That's my dream backyard." Yet, what's even more incredible is seeing the transformation from a bare plot of grass into a dream oasis. A lot of planning and preparation go into each
All About Swimming Pool Safety Covers
December 01/2019
December 01/2019
So you have bought a new home with a swimming pool or have recently installed a pool and it’s time to close your swimming pool for the season. You’ve read up on how to close the swimming pool, but how do you cover it when it’s done and ready for winter. At [COMPANY NAME], we recommend using a
What to Know About Swimming Pool Fences
November 15/2019
November 15/2019
The warm weather is here and the pool is open, but is your swimming pool up to code and are you taking the proper precautions?
Swimming Pool Fences
Swimming pool fences are not only key to keeping your pool safe when you are not around, they are also, in many ca
Creating a Backyard Retreat
November 01/2019
November 01/2019
Imagine a calming oasis you could escape to, relax and let the cares of the day drift away. Now imagine that oasis is your own backyard! We want to help you accomplish exactly that. We offer a wide variety of hot tub services, products and designs, making it easier th
Fewer Expenses = Fewer Worries
October 15/2019
October 15/2019
Owning a pool is a great experience, but it does come with expenses. Today, we want to share some simple tips that will help save you money and also help the environment.Pool CoversPerhaps one of the most simple yet often overlooked solutions to saving money. Using your pool cover when the poo
Four Fun Games for the Pool
September 15/2019
September 15/2019
Any day spent by the pool is a good day, but sometimes we all get bored. This Summer shake things up by injecting these 4 fun games into your old routines. These games are fun, easy and don’t require anything that you don’t have laying around the house.Games are a great way to engage with stub
Get your sun tan on…safely
September 01/2019
September 01/2019
Who doesn’t love lounging by the swimming pool, soaking up the sun and enjoying a lazy summer day. Everyone loves to get that perfect tan. These days we understand that it’s ok to be in the sun be we have be careful and protect our skin from harmful damage. There are lots of great tricks to he
How to Change Your Pool Filter Sand
August 01/2019
August 01/2019
When was the last time you changed the sand in your pool filter? Your pool filter sand is one of those things that only gets changed every so often. Usually, every 3 or 4 years, because of this it can be easy to forget.Clean sand in your pool filter is a very important part of keeping your poo
If you have a swimming pool, then you’ll understand when we say that the length of your pool season is precious and anything you can do to extend it is certainly worth investigating.It’s All About TemperatureThe key to extending your swimming season is heating your pool. In Canada, where we ha
Keeping Fit in the Swimming Pool
June 01/2019
June 01/2019
We all know how much fun pools can be, but fun is only one of their benefits. Swimming and other water activities are fantastic methods of exercise! With a touch of that summer fun thrown in, you can get an entire, well-balanced workout in the pool and not even notice it. We have some simple pool ex
How to Open Your Swimming Pool
May 15/2019
May 15/2019
Opening your swimming pool is one of the first priorities of Summer and we want to help you get off to the right start. We’d be happy to help you open your swimming pool, but if you have the do it yourself spirit, here are step by step instructions on how to open your pool.Pro Tip: If this is
Perfect Poolside Snacks
May 01/2019
May 01/2019
Eating healthy by your swimming pool can be fun and easy and delicious. Finding the perfect poolside snack however isn’t easy. The ideal snack should be light, refreshing, easily digestible and of course it has to be tasty. This Summer look like a super star chef with these 3 easy recipes.Pro Tip: N
Pet Safety for Swimming Pools
April 15/2019
April 15/2019
Pools can be great fun for the entire family – including the fluffiest members. Having a pet and a pool can have tremendous benefits. It’s an easy way for your pooch to cool down in hot temperatures and it can provide them with a fantastic method o
Plan a Perfect Pool Party
April 01/2019
April 01/2019
Kids of all ages love hanging by the pool. This summer show all the kids in your life a great time by hosting the perfect pool party. Hosting a pool party should be as fun for the host as it is for the guests. With that in mind, here’s a checklist
Plan the Perfect Backyard Pool Renovation
March 15/2019
March 15/2019
Planning your swimming pool renovation can be a daunting task. How to do it, who to choose and what exactly to renovate and of course when to do it are all important considerations in planning the perfect swimming po
Pool Fun for Land Lovers
March 01/2019
March 01/2019
Just because there’s a pool does not mean that everyone can or enjoys swimming in it. Not everyone swims, but everyone does love to cool off and play. Fortunately, not every fun pool activity has to involve swimming! We have some great ideas on how
Simple Swim Safety Tips
February 15/2019
February 15/2019
We want you and your family to be happy and safe around your pool. With safety concerns out of the way you and your family can focus on the fun to be had and the memories to be made! We know that with a few standard precautions your pool and family
The Eco Friendly Swimming Pool
January 01/2019
January 01/2019
We love our pools and we also love our planet. We want both to be as happy and healthy an environment as possible. We want all pools to be green…just not with algae!To that end, we have put together a list of ways that you can put your pool on the
When to Replace your Swimming Pool Liner
November 20/2018
November 20/2018
You’ve been a responsible swimming pool owner and tried your best to take good care of your investment. But now, it’s been several years and you’re starting to wonder if it’s time to replace your pool liner.
How to Find Out if You Need to Replace your pool liner
Buying guide for the first time pool buyer
November 20/2018
November 20/2018
There is nothing better than a pool on a hot summer day, enjoying time with friends and family, having a few cocktails or beers poolside or just relaxing in the water in a comfortable pool lounger. However, getting your fi
We Love The Life Saving Society, and you should too
November 01/2018
November 01/2018
While pools can be a tremendous amount of fun for the whole family, they can also be dangerous and need to be taken seriously. Water and swimming pool safety is of the ut