Hello again, lately I have been talking to many above ground pool owners about ways to increase the beauty of their yard.
This seems like a daunting task....
with an abnormally large grey cylinder sticking out of the ground. There are some ways to improve the aesthetic value of this mammoth!
To get started, let's try some simple landscaping, maybe some shrubs or even flowers, this will help to hide the equipment and possibly even make the pool look inviting.
Lately a lot of companies have been introducing new gadgets to offer the above ground consumer some options.
One that recently caught my eye was Smartpool's new underwater nightlighter light, it is an addition to their existing nightlighter line only it changes colors!! this light is automatic, I think it rotated in four colors, and also has an automatic 3 hour shut off, so if you leave it on don't worry!
If you visit their website they have a dealer locator so you can easily find this product at a local pool store.
Speaking of Smartpool they also have a product that will allow you to eliminate that ugly solar cover!, it's called the solar pill, you place it in the water once a month, it stops evaporation which is what makes your pool get cold!
The stuff works, if you get a steaming cup of coffee and add a couple drops it no longer steams!
By the way, I receive no payment from anyone clicking on the Smartpool link, I just think they have some cool products
Above ground swimming pools
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Why buy from the local guy?
Ok, you heard it here first!
This little article might just tick off a few bloggers
because I'm actually encouraging you to buy from brick and mortar pool stores
rather that ordering from the internet!
Wow, what a concept an internet guy telling you to avoid the internet?
Well not totally, but I at least advise you to think your purchases through a bit!
I guess in my opinion it all starts with service!
Say you buy a new pool pump from a shady website on the internet,
now lets assume you take it home, install it and it doesn't work,
I highly doubt the internet store is going to
come to your residence and provide the help you need!
On the other hand, your local mom, and pop shop
will be more than willing to come out and make the repairs that are necessary,
or at least send you in the right direction.
If you purchase it on the internet you will more than likely get stuck with the freight to send it back, if you get anywhere at all!
THIS DOESN'T JUST PERTAIN TO THE INTERNET!
What happens when you have a problem with your water,
no matter what you do you just can't get the pool crystal clear.
Well there are a couple of options, you can go to a department store and play a guessing game of what to add next, or
you can go to your local swimming pool dealer, get a professional test done, and... possibly even have them come clear the problem.
Often times consumers think that the local shop is more expensive,
partially this is due to cost of service,
but most importantly, what many people don't realize is that the concentration of the chemicals is often times stronger at the local pool shop.
Read the label, notice the concentration of sanitizers, inform yourself.
You may soon realize that the deal you thought a big box store was giving you really wasn't a deal at all.
All of these reasons arrive me to my current thinking, I always go to the local pool shop, I know what I'm getting, I am sure their advise is in my best interest. A good company is not off to rip a consumer off, they realize the importance of relationships.
Sorry if I seem to be getting off on a rant, but I keep this issue close to my heart, I feel we should all support privately owned business!
If it seems to good to be true, it probably is!
Pool Stores
This little article might just tick off a few bloggers
because I'm actually encouraging you to buy from brick and mortar pool stores
rather that ordering from the internet!
Wow, what a concept an internet guy telling you to avoid the internet?
Well not totally, but I at least advise you to think your purchases through a bit!
I guess in my opinion it all starts with service!
Say you buy a new pool pump from a shady website on the internet,
now lets assume you take it home, install it and it doesn't work,
I highly doubt the internet store is going to
come to your residence and provide the help you need!
On the other hand, your local mom, and pop shop
will be more than willing to come out and make the repairs that are necessary,
or at least send you in the right direction.
If you purchase it on the internet you will more than likely get stuck with the freight to send it back, if you get anywhere at all!
THIS DOESN'T JUST PERTAIN TO THE INTERNET!
What happens when you have a problem with your water,
no matter what you do you just can't get the pool crystal clear.
Well there are a couple of options, you can go to a department store and play a guessing game of what to add next, or
you can go to your local swimming pool dealer, get a professional test done, and... possibly even have them come clear the problem.
Often times consumers think that the local shop is more expensive,
partially this is due to cost of service,
but most importantly, what many people don't realize is that the concentration of the chemicals is often times stronger at the local pool shop.
Read the label, notice the concentration of sanitizers, inform yourself.
You may soon realize that the deal you thought a big box store was giving you really wasn't a deal at all.
All of these reasons arrive me to my current thinking, I always go to the local pool shop, I know what I'm getting, I am sure their advise is in my best interest. A good company is not off to rip a consumer off, they realize the importance of relationships.
Sorry if I seem to be getting off on a rant, but I keep this issue close to my heart, I feel we should all support privately owned business!
If it seems to good to be true, it probably is!
Pool Stores
Pool Chemical Safety
Lately I have been hearing a lot of stories about accidents involving pool chemicals. This is really unfortunate! I feel that with a just a little bit of basic knowledge a lot of these accidents caould be avoided!
Here is a short list of steps that should be taken in order to help avoid unnecessary accidents. (I am in know way claiming to be an expert, these are just basics, please consult a professional for a full list of precautions)
1. Never mix chemicals together!
2. Always read the instructions
3. Avoid touching eyes after using any chemicals
4. Wear appropriate clothes
5. Never put granular chlorine in your chlorinator
6. Always ask which tablets are meant for the chlorinator before adding!!!!!!!
7. Always ask a professional first
8. Don't add too much to the pool, if anything start with too little.
These seem like simple things, and really for the most part should be common sense. I can't count how many times a customer has blown up his chlorinator by adding a granular chlorine to the tablets that are already in there. Doing something like this will undoubtedly result in injure, possible even death.
This is just a small part of the education that anyone taking care of a pool should receive, if you have any more specific questions don't be afraid to ask!
Here is a short list of steps that should be taken in order to help avoid unnecessary accidents. (I am in know way claiming to be an expert, these are just basics, please consult a professional for a full list of precautions)
1. Never mix chemicals together!
2. Always read the instructions
3. Avoid touching eyes after using any chemicals
4. Wear appropriate clothes
5. Never put granular chlorine in your chlorinator
6. Always ask which tablets are meant for the chlorinator before adding!!!!!!!
7. Always ask a professional first
8. Don't add too much to the pool, if anything start with too little.
These seem like simple things, and really for the most part should be common sense. I can't count how many times a customer has blown up his chlorinator by adding a granular chlorine to the tablets that are already in there. Doing something like this will undoubtedly result in injure, possible even death.
This is just a small part of the education that anyone taking care of a pool should receive, if you have any more specific questions don't be afraid to ask!
Welcome
Hello, and welcome to the Poolquestion Blog! We are using this site to accompany and in away announce the birth of our new forum, Poolquestion.com! Here we will have short summaries that deal with major parts and problems involved with owning a swimming pool or a spa.
Every week I will post a different topic, sometimes two depending on how much time my extremely busy life allows. From purchasing a pool to getting it clean for a party, it's all going to be covered.
I encourage you to ask questions, and make comments, stay tuned!
Every week I will post a different topic, sometimes two depending on how much time my extremely busy life allows. From purchasing a pool to getting it clean for a party, it's all going to be covered.
I encourage you to ask questions, and make comments, stay tuned!
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