If you own a swimming pool, then chances are you own a pool filter. However, there are three types of pool filters that you could have. Sand Filter Sand filters are a simple and easy way to filter your water (it’s also my personal favorite). Inside the filter is a bed of sand and a pipe that feeds water into the bottom. The water pushes up through the sand and filters out any small debris….
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Everyone has a different answer to this question. It depends on where you live and how well you take care of your pool. Maybe you have your own little test kit at home and you never take it to a pool store to get tested. No matter what the situation, the answer is clear… You should get your water tested once a week. Why? The more you keep track of the chemistry of your water,…
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I have been in the backyard industry (more specifically, the swimming pool industry) for close to 15 years now. I have worked in retail stores, out on service and installation crews, and eventually worked my way to become a marketing director. Throughout my time in the industry I’ve noticed some big problems. I realize that things need to change, but it’s going to take a collected effort to do so. That’s why I wrote this…
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When it comes to home improvement, most people look towards interior design and renovations. But you’ve also got a lot of room to play with if you have a backyard. A backyard is much more than an empty space where you have a tool shed. With some simple additions, you can make it a more livable space that enhances the overall decor of your entire home. You can turn it into a personal refuge for…
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Today, on AquaMagazine.com, I wrote an article that describes 3 incredible marketing tips for pool service pros. Whether you’re an established company or just starting out, these are killer strategies that I promise will boost your business. Here is an excerpt, click here to read the entire post. If you have a pool service business, then you should know that the most important thing to your business is attracting customers. Without customers, you really don’t…
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Here are some basic sizing tips, questions, and answers you need to explore when trying to find the perfect pool heater. Proper heater size is based on the time required to heat your pool or spa to the desired temperature. If water is heated for each intended use, and rapid heating is desired, a larger unit is required. If water is gradually heated to the desired temperature, and then maintained at that temperature, a smaller…
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I don’t have an opinion on either one of these chlorine distribution methods. I personally think they are both good ways of getting chlorine into your pool. As with anything, they have their pros and cons. I’ll list them so that you can decide which method you prefer. Who knows, by the end of this article I might even form my own opinion. Let’s see how this pans out. First, let’s talk about the good…
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Here are a few vital tips to keep algae in check all season long. Keep Your Filter Clean Keeping your filter clean helps in the circulation and removal of fine particles from your pool water.  Think of your filter as your lungs and you are a runner, if your lungs are clogged up you can’t breathe easily and your running ability is cut way back.  The same goes for your pool filter, for if it…
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I just wanted to vent about this winter. Yes, I am in the pool industry, but I still LOVE the winter time. This year, however, mother nature boned us! I love curling up by the fire like a old golden retriever and sipping hot cocoa watching the snowfall. But all that I did this year is sip crappy coffee watching the rain soak the brown grass. It was a terrible and depressing winter for me….
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This is my third article for AquaMagazine.com and I’m starting to really enjoy writing about pool and spa marketing; both online and off. In this latest article, I talk about how important it is to educate your customers about their swimming pool and/or hot tub. By providing your customers with knowledge, you are creating an army of pool and spa know-it-alls that will help drive additional traffic to your business. Read the full article here….
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