A pool pump is considered the heart of the swimming pool, and it’s not without reason. The right pool pump will promote adequate pool circulation and ensure that your swimming pool is properly cleaned. It uses an electric motor to create suction and pull water from the pool through its filtration system and into the swimming pool. This helps clean and filter the pool water, eliminating dirty and stagnant water that may be unsafe for swimming. However, shopping for the right pool pump can be overwhelming, especially if you are a first-time pool owner. This involves some basic calculations to get the right pump size for your needs or your existing system. Compiled below is a … [Read more...]

An unlevel pool can be a significant issue as the water tends to press more vigorously on one side of the pool. As a result, the water’s weight will cause damage to the walls and liner of your pool and eventually collapse. Luckily, you can easily resolve the problem even if your pool has water in it. This means that you can still have fun with family or friends during hot summer days. Causes of an Unleveled Ground Pool  Before making any haste recommendations, you need to figure out why your pool is unlevel, so you can apply an ideal solution. The reasons may include:  The Ground is Unstable  What a strong ground means is that it should be hard enough to withstand the weight of … [Read more...]

Above-ground pools are a cost-effective way to spend the warm summers in t comfort of your home. These pools are easy to set up and maintain and can be an exceptional cool-down solution. However, a concern for most homeowners is how deep above-ground pools can get. The market has numerous above-ground pools with deep ends to provide as much excitement as their in-ground pool counterparts. This article explores deep above-ground pools and a guide to choosing the best one for your family.  How Deep are Above Ground Pools? Are you wondering how deep are above ground pools? While above-ground pools cannot be as deep as in-ground pools, they can go as far as 8 feet or even more. There are … [Read more...]

Swimming is a common activity among most pool owners, especially during the summer season. A swimming pool is a great investment that can offer endless fun for you and your family. Unfortunately, building and maintaining pools can be relatively costly for pool owners due to the overconsumption of energy. Although millions of swimming pools have been built worldwide, installing and maintaining one can be pretty costly in terms of energy usage. Besides, a lot of energy is misused, which is harmful to the environment, the pool itself, and the pool owners. How to Make Your Swimming Pool More Energy Efficient. Avoid Water Evaporation According to the Department of Energy in the US, … [Read more...]

Although we probably have no idea what it was called, most of us have most likely been around or have seen a vinyl pool at some point in our lives. So, what is a vinyl pool exactly? Vinyl Pools are an inground swimming pool option. They're easy to install and can be done so in just a few weeks. Additionally, they're typically the least expensive option of the different types of inground pools. Design-wise, vinyl pools have the following: What is a Vinyl Liner Pool?  Your typical vinyl liner pool is composed of five main components: Wall Panels – these make up the walls everywhere around the pool except for the steps. Usually, the materials used for wall panels are steel, … [Read more...]