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903, 2016

Pool Renovation Ideas

Do you find your backyard boring and outdated? An In-ground Vinyl Pool approximately every 20 years or so could use a a face-lift to keep up with the wrath of Mother Nature, and the ever changing style whims. Vinyl Liner pool kits have come a long way in 20 years!
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I myself believe that […]

2609, 2015

Preventing Staining in Salt Water Pool in Winter

When performing a pool closing on a salt water pool, the process is slightly different than in a chlorinated pool. The salt generator works much differently when it comes in contact with cooler water. The salt generator may tell you the pool is low on salt, when in fact it isn’t.

Before Closing a Salt Water […]

1409, 2015

How to Store your Solar Cover Properly for Winter

Unfortunately Summer is coming to an end and your pool water is getting colder, which means its time to think about scheduling a pool closing.

If you have a solar cover, this is one of the first things that you will need to store for the winter. Making sure the solar cover (or solar blanket as […]

309, 2015

Pool Safety Checklist for Fall

Well, it’s September, can you believe it? The kiddies are back to school. The mornings are becoming a bit cooler. I guess you know what time it is don’t you? TIME TO DO A FALL POOL SAFETY SCAN!

Checking your pool for safety and equipment concerns is a good idea and makes sense if you think […]

1808, 2015

Inground Pool Water Balance

I know I have written about this before, and I know I will have to do it again, BUT as it is getting toward the end of swim season (sniff sniff) it is important to make sure your pool water is properly balanced prior to closing.

Each type of pool whether it be concrete, vinyl liner […]

2007, 2015

Pool Chlorinators – How to Troubleshoot

Pool Chlorinators are made to make NJ pool ownership easier and safer, so what do you do when your chlorinator isn’t working properly?

I have compiled the most common problems I receive phone calls on to assist you in locating the potential problem. Follow these steps to troubleshoot your Chlorinator:

Tablets/sticks are not Dissolving

(Off-line models) Ensure […]

1007, 2015

Important Things to Know Prior to Hiring a Pool Service Company

I know I know, I have posted a similar blog before, however it seems this subject needs to be re-addressed.

So, the time has come to hire a pool service company for either your lawn sprinkler system, swimming pool or spa now that the weather has finally decided it is Summer! This will be one of […]

2306, 2015

The Virginia Graeme Baker Act – Who She was and What it Means

 

Virginia Graeme Baker was lovingly known to her friends and family as Graeme (pronounced Graham). She was the granddaughter of the former Secretary of State James Baker. Graeme had gone to a graduation party at a family friends home along with her mom Nancy and 4 sisters on June 15, 2002. The main focal point […]

1506, 2015

Pool Pump Problems – the 5 Most Common Issues in NJ

Your pool pump is one of the most important components of the pool’s plumbing. The pool pumps job is to create pressure in the pool, forcing the water to flow through the filter. Without a pool pump, your pool will rapidly become a scum filled swamp.

Unfortunately, there are times your pool pump will not work […]

906, 2015

Pool Myths…Busted!

“You’ll get sick if you swim before waiting at least an hour after eating”

” Chlorine causes your hair to turn green”

” Chlorine burns your eyes if you open them underwater”

I’ve heard all this and more, as I am sure you have also. The question is…”Is any of this true?” Keep reading to find out.

 

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