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Winter in Florida can be a standing joke to many living elsewhere. However, to actually swim in the winter in a pool that isn’t heated is unfavorable. Just like jumping into cool water in the heat of summer feels so nice, so does slipping into a warm pool to escape the nip of the cooler… Read More »

When considering heating options for your pool and spa, there are really only three different heating methods available to choose from, solar, heat pumps, and gas heaters (propane or natural gas). Solar heaters work well when the panels can be installed on the roof or on a platform with exposures facing due south, south-southwest or… Read More »

Many pool owners are so focused only on chlorine for sanitizing the pool that they forget about keeping their water properly balanced.  There are four main components to proper water balance:  pH, alkalinity, calcium hardness and water temperature.  Here is a quick snapshot of how each contributes to the balance of your pool water. pH… Read More »

Water chemistry is important for all pool owners.  Maintaining the water balance of a pool is vital to keep swimmers safe from dangerous bacteria, as well as to keep the water blue and sparkling.  With routine maintenance, pool owners can save money on costly repairs, as well as spending less time and effort in keeping… Read More »

Have you met anyone that wishes for costly pool repair bills? Of course not. Do you do your part to extend the life of your equipment?  It’s pretty easy to do, but surprisingly, most pool owners are guilty when it comes to the simple tasks involved to avoiding expensive pool repair bills.  That’s right, it… Read More »

Most of us are quite familiar with chlorine.  We know that it kills bacteria and keeps our pool water safe from invisible pathogens that could be harmful to our health.  That being said, how are we supposed to know how much chlorine to put into our pool?  Too much chlorine could irritate eyes and skin… Read More »