What Pool Chlorine Type is Best for Your Pool?
First, let me put two misconceptions to rest. Chlorine for aboveground pools is the same as chlorine for in-ground pools and there…
Pool Sanitizers, Oxidizers and Disinfectants
Before we go too deep, let me say first-off, if your pool looks blue and clear, and you have tested for good…
Above-Ground Pool Safety
Aboveground pools - are they safer than inground pools? That is a common statement made by an above ground pool salesman, that…
Swimming Pool Algae – Identify, Treat, Prevent
Knowing which kind of algae has taken up residence in your pool is the first step. There are literally thousands of varieties…
Errors to Avoid in DIY Pool Kit Construction
Over the years, I've been involved in, or directly built, hundreds of inground pools, most of the them a steel walled pool…
Salt Systems for Above Ground Pools
Thinking of a Pool Salt System? Millions of Americans have installed salt chlorine generators on their pools, ending the purchase, storage and…
Choose Your New Pool Pump Wisely
Your new pool pump is an extremely vital piece of equipment; it is the "heart" of your swimming pool. Just as your…
Inground Vinyl Pool Kits vs. Fiberglass Pools
If you are considering building an inground pool yourself, or acting as the general contractor for the project - your first question…
Changing Your Pool Filter Media
Pool filter media is just a fancy term for the stuff inside your pool filter tank - the material that traps the…
Pool Pet Safety – Safer Pools for Animals
It is very important for pool owners to have safety in mind not only for humans but also for their pets and…