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Is My New Inground Pool Covered Under Warranty?

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Thinking about building a luxury swimming pool to show off to all of your friends and family, but not sure how to choose the best company to do so? Already…

Most Important Area of Pool Care Maintenance

One of the most important aspects of pool maintenance is ensuring proper water chemistry. All across the board, professionals agree that maintaining the right balance of chemicals and levels in…

Inground Pool Construction: Gunite vs Shotcrete Concrete

When in the market for a new concrete swimming pool two terms will come up very often, gunite and shotcrete. Now you’re probably wondering what these two terms mean and…

How Your Pool Heater Works

Understanding the basic components and operation of a residential pool heater. Pool and spa heaters have changed considerably over the past 30 years. From the old millivolt heaters, to electronic…

Cartridge Filters, Sand Filters, or D.E. Filters – What’s The Difference?

When constructing your dream pool, it’s important to consider the various types of pool filtration systems available. The three main options are Cartridge Filters, Sand Filters, and D.E. Filters. Our…

Which backwash valve is best for me?

Choosing the Right Backwash Valve. When the time comes to buy a new filter or just replace your old backwash valve, you have a choice to make. What type of…

Common Mistakes in Backwashing DE Filters

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The most common mistakes people make when backwashing a DE filter. There are some common (and not so common) mistakes that people make when trying to backwash their DE filter.…

Common Pool Spa Electronic Control System Issues

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The most common control system problems and solutions Pool control systems are awesome and they are generally very reliable. But when they stop working, it can be a real headache.…

What Type of Filter Should My Pool Have?

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Are you planning a pool build in the near future? Or, maybe you’re in the process of purchasing a home with a pool. The right pool maintenance is critical, in…