If you want to reduce the energy costs of operating your pool, there are certain things you can do that will decrease your energy consumption. Not only will decreasing your energy usage benefit you financially but it will also help the environment. A study done in 2008 by the Natural Resources Defense Council found that, …Continue reading »

Vinyl pool liners are great because they are economical, easy to maintain, give you lots of choices for design, and provide substantial warranties. When you have a vinyl pool liner, however, one issue you may have to deal with is wrinkling.  Wrinkles in your pool’s vinyl liner are not only unsightly but can also cause …Continue reading »

If you’re considering constructing a concrete in-ground pool and have never gone through the process before, we are certain that you have many questions. Things like…How do I get the design aligned with the topography of my lot? What size should it be? How long will it take? Can I start it in the winter …Continue reading »

Black algae in your pool is a significant health hazard. You should know how to spot it, ban the use of the pool immediately, and take the necessary steps to get rid of it! Black algae can make your family, friends, and your pets sick by just swimming in water that is infected. But, the …Continue reading »

Taking some time to close your in-ground pool correctly, and then caring for the pool during the off-season, will make opening it next spring easier and less costly. When you have an in-ground pool, you know how wonderful it is to open it in the spring and have the pool be in perfect shape. This …Continue reading »

Are you making decisions about putting an inground pool in your yard? If so, you’re looking at all of the options. The two that are probably at the top of your list, because of their popularity and great reviews, are concrete and vinyl. Both have advantages as well as disadvantages, and you’ll want to carefully …Continue reading »

Learn how you can remove bugs that love your pool water and keep them out!