When it comes to your outdoor oasis, the need to winterize it often brings less-than-celebratory emotions. If you live in part of the country that disallows you from using your swimming pool during the coldest months of the year, we have good news for you: you can incorporate some elements into your backyard poolscape that […]
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Eco-Friendly Additions to Your Pool and Poolscape
We all realize that this world is the only one we have, and if we don’t take care of it, we’ll only have ourselves to blame for the results. Whether you’re motivated by a sense of personal responsibility, a desire to leave a better planet for your kids and grandkids, or simply want to establish […]
Landscaping Tips for Pool Owners, Part 2
If you already have a backyard swimming pool in place, you already have a great start to creating a peaceful and life-giving outdoor oasis! In Part 1, we looked at the initial steps of deciding whether to DIY your landscaping, dreaming up your ideal oasis, and drawing up your initial plans. Now we’ll look at […]
Landscaping Tips for Pool Owners, Part 1
There’s no doubt about it: the mental health benefits of a backyard swimming pool alone make it a top choice for health-savvy homeowners. The multi-sensory benefits of a water feature can become even more significant, though, when they’re combined with other natural elements, all attractively arranged around your poolscape. If you’re concerned that you don’t […]
The Vinyl Liner Pool Owner’s Guide to Swimming Pool Repairs
Owning a swimming pool undoubtedly comes with plenty of perks! At the same time, though, owning a pool does come with some responsibilities. One of those includes necessary repairs. Just like anything else, when you watch for problems and make sure repairs are done before an issue gets out of control, you can save money […]
What You Need To Know About Pool Leaks, Part 2
While there are some general ways to discover the source of a swimming pool leak as well as typical sources of leaks (see Part 1), there are also some specific issues to consider — along with specific remedies — depending on the kind of pool you have. Whether you have a fiberglass, gunite, or vinyl […]
What You Need To Know About Pool Leaks, Part 1
No matter what kind of swimming pool you have, there’s always the potential for a leak. Sometimes the presence of a leak will be obvious, but that’s not always the case; in fact, it’s fairly unlikely. Leaks can occur not only in swimming pools but also in other in-ground water features; leaks can also occur […]
What You Can Do To Reduce Exposure to RWIs
The health benefits of spending time in a swimming pool are quite significant! At the same time, though, there are also some potential health risks. While you’re subject to the same benefits at a public pool, you’re also subject to a much greater degree of risk. And a huge amount of risk comes in the […]
Planning for Swimming Pool Repairs, Part 3
While you can greatly reduce the chances of needing major repairs through proper installation and regular maintenance, in all likelihood, your swimming pool will require some repairs over its lifetime. Just like there are typical repairs that are required for pools made with vinyl liners (see Part 1) or those made of fiberglass (see Part […]
Planning for Swimming Pool Repairs, Part 2
Over the typical 15 to 30-year lifespan of an in-ground swimming pool, any given pool will require some repairs, many of them due to regular wear and tear. Average pool repairs fall between $250 and $900, according to a survey of residential swimming pool owners. For most swimming repairs, you’ll want to hire a professional. […]