One of the biggest fears among people who are thinking about getting a pool is the cost of maintenance/operation. They tend to think that owning a pool will be a costly investment over time. Now, like any investment there will be some cost associated with it but I wan’t to inform you that it...
How Much Work Does Owning A Swimming Pool Require
Owning a swimming pool can be a wonderful experience and create lasting memories for those who have them. Just think about all the good times that can be had without leaving the comfort of your own property. I’m talking about pool parties, backyard bbq’s, forming bonds with your family members, getting the kids outside...
When to Add Salt to Your Salt Water Pool
There have been many technological advancements made in the field of swimming pool maintenance. With that there had been a steady increase in the amount of salt water pools. Some people might think that a salt water pool will be similar to swimming in the ocean, but the truth is that with the proper...
Superior Vinyl Liner Pool Building Material
As you may or may not know there are a few different types of in ground pools. In a couple past posts I went into detail about what the differences are between them and what the pros and cons are of each of them. In one post I pointed out that a vinyl...
Benefits of Owning a Pool – Swimming Grows Minds
In a couple of my other posts, I have stressed the importance of teaching your children how to swim, mainly because I feel that the ability to swim is an important skill to have for safety reasons. I also feel that for many the process of teaching your child how to swim will help...
Sulfuric Acid or Hydrochloric Acid?
Okay, so I have been looking into this for a bit. In my experience, I have only ever used the Hydrochloric Acid otherwise known as Muriatic Acid. The only time I have ever been around Sulfuric Acid was in high school chemistry. I have worked as a pool builder for almost ten years now...
What is a Venturi Skimmer?
To begin, I want to give a bit of background information to help aid in the understanding of how a Venturi Skimmer works. The Venturi Skimmer utilizes the natural phenomenon known as the “Venturi Effect.” This phenomenon occurs when a fluid that is flowing through a pipe is forced through a narrow section. The...
Pool Plumbing: What You Should Know
Elaborate pool plumbing When it comes to your pool’s plumbing, there are a couple things that the builder can do. There are a couple types of “pipe” that can be used. I think that the majority of builders in southern states use rigid schedule 40 PVC pipe. In northern states, many builders will tend...
What is the Best Type of Pool Filter?
When thinking about swimming pool equipment such as the pump, filter, and heater, most people will visualize a sand filter. This is probably the most common type of filter used, but you should know that there are some other options available on the market. Don’t get me wrong, sand filters are nice and perform...
Gas Heater vs. Heat Pump
So you have decided to get an in-ground pool. When most people choose to get a pool, they already know ahead of time if they want to be able to heat it or not. Believe it or not, there are some folks that decide to let nature do its thing as far as heating...
