Your backyard swimming pool has already been a significant investment, and you might struggle with the idea of adding another costly appliance—but hear me out. A swimming pool heat pump is an expensive but amazing addition to any backyard pool…. Read More
Archive for the ‘pools’ Category
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Which Swimming Pool Cover is Right for You?
There are a few different types of pool covers, and which one is best for you depends on a few factors such as your budget, how much maintenance you want to do when it’s time to open, how safe you… Read More
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How to Winterize Your Swimming Pool
Summer is officially over, and though you may yet be having some early fall fun in your pool, it’ll be time to close it up for the season once the temperature is consistently staying under 65° F.
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How Does Swimming Benefit Mental Health?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), swimming is a proven method for promoting good mental health and decreasing issues such as depression and anxiety. It’s considered an effective way to boost your mood and maintain social… Read More
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Is Fall a Good Time to Invest in a New Pool?
Since pool season is in the summer, many people don’t consider the advantages of investing in a new pool during the fall. There are certainly downsides, particularly the fact that you won’t be able to enjoy your new pool until… Read More
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Keeping Your Swimming Pool Safe for Children
A backyard swimming pool is a lot of fun for the whole family and a great way for parents and children to spend time together in the sunshine. Unfortunately, water can be dangerous, and it requires some special consideration in… Read More
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Staying Safe While Night Swimming
While having a pool is great during the day, when the sun is hot overhead and the water is cool and refreshing, one of the true unsung joys of pool ownership is night swimming. Swimming in your pool at night… Read More
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Factors to Consider When Choosing the Size of Your Inground Swimming Pool
This is it—you’ve decided you’re finally getting that inground swimming pool. Now that you’re settled on the yes or no, it’s time to iron out the details. First of all, how big will it be? There are some factors to… Read More
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What are the Benefits of an Endless Pool?
An endless pool is very different from standard pools—they look like a giant hot tub and they utilize a hydraulic propulsion system to create a current in the pool that allows you to swim against it. It’s a unique design… Read More
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What are the Pros and Cons of a Beach Entry Pool?
A beach entry pool (also called a zero entry pool) is a type of specialized swimming pool that has a large, shallow entry area and a gradual slope that leads to the deeper end. These pools forgo the use of… Read More