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Can an Automatic Pool Cover be Used as a Winter Cover?

A popular question being asked is, "Can an automatic pool cover be used as a winter cover?" The answer is yes, however, there are some precautions you must take in order to prevent any damage to your system.

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How to Install an Inground Pool Light and Niche

These instructions are strictly for inground vinyl liner pools with steel or polymer walls. Before starting, here are some common things to be aware of:

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20 mil vs. 27, 28, or 30 mil Swimming Pool Liners? Which is better?

Over the years, the most common question customers ask is; which liner is better? A 20mil liner or a thicker liner such as a 27mil, 28mil, or 30mil?

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How to Open Your Pool - Do it Yourself This Year!

By Greg

It's Spring! Now that warm weather is approaching, it's time to think about opening the pool for the season. Planning ahead can make the job much easier. Even if it’s not warm enough for you to enjoy swimming just yet, here are some points to...

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What Type of Information is Needed to Receive a Safety Cover Quote?

There's some really specific information that's needed to be able to give a safety cover quote accurately. Part of the reason is to make sure that 1. you receive the correct KIND of safety cover that is best for your specific pool and 2. to ensure...

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Choosing the Right Way to Heat Your Pool

By Greg

Now that it is getting colder, many people are considering the purchase of a heater or heat pump to heat their pool and extend their swimming season. Heated pools can provide very comfortable water to swim in, but in order to heat your pool properly...

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Vermiculite Pool Base Mixing Tips

By Debbie

Some experienced installers have shared some helpful hints for homeowners that are mixing the vermiculte mix.

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Maintenance and Care For Pool Safety Covers

By Debbie

Safety Covers must always stretch tightly across the swimming pool. After the initial installation, some stretching may occur.

The springs on the safety cover should be compressed 50%, you may need to readjust the straps.

The water level in your...

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Using Sacrificial Anodes to Prevent Swimming Pool Corrosion

By Debbie

There are several different factors that can cause corrosion of above ground and inground swimming pools. Some of these factors are keeping improper pH levels, total alkalinity, or even keeping improper salt or chlorine levels. It is very important...

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Save $$$ With The Hayward Ecostar Variable Speed Pump

How would you like to spend 90% less than you are now on pool energy cost? You can do just that and help save the environment by upgrading your current pool equipment. For new pool owners, the investment can seem huge compared to a traditional pump,...

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