If you look after your hot tub and maintain the correct chemical levels you might be wondering if you really need a service? The problem with hot tubs is that they can be deceptive. Just like your car, boiler or water heater, they might appear simple on the surface, but there are a lot of […]
Nothing puts a damper on relaxing in your hot tub like realizing the water looks less than clean. Cloudy water has a few different causes and is a common hot tub maintenance issue. Luckily, most of these problems have easy fixes, so let’s talk about getting your hot tub water back into the best shape. […]
The concentrations of calcium and magnesium in hot tubs must be monitored to ensure proper chemical balance and clean water. If there is too much calcium, or the water is too “hard,” your tub may get “scaling” or buildup on the sides or in the filter. If there is not enough, the water is “soft” […]
Got pool shock but not sure if you need it? As an intensive pool cleaning solution, pool shock (also known as super-chlorinating) can remove bacteria, micro contaminants and kill algae. It’s not always a necessity to shock a pool, you can keep a safe and clean pool without it; Some people still choose to every […]
We all know that modern rain is filled with pollutants from the industrial world we live in. In countries such as the United States, acid rain is common all over the country. As a pool owner this acid rain can be problematic for your pH, alkalinity and other chemical levels. It’s important to know exactly […]
Are you looking for a more economical, eco-friendly swimming pool? Swimming pools can be big consumers of energy and water, needing constant heating, filtering, cleaning and filling. One study found that homes with swimming pools use 49% more energy than homes without. But the figures don’t need to be as high. In fact some of […]
Not opened your above ground swimming pool yet? Make the most of the summer with a clean, safe and properly opened swimming pool. Get it right first time with these simple, essential steps: 1. Remove the winter cover Remove any leaves and debris from the cover, take it off the pool and give […]
A home swimming pool can provide years of enjoyment for you and your children. Those of us who have young children are likely very aware of keeping them safe when in and around the pool. You may have your own pool rules, or even have installed a fence around the pool to keep young kids […]
Looking for ways to entertain the kids and help them improve their swimming during the Coronavirus lockdown? If your pool is nice and warm and you’re ready for some swimming fun and practice, here are 5 simple games that you can try out with the kids:
Slipping into your swimming pool is a great way to spend time during social isolation. The CDC (Center for Disease Prevention) has stated that: “There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g., with chlorine and bromine) of […]