Even though temperatures have been cooler than normal this spring, many people are beginning to enjoy their pool and before long we will miss these cool weather days. This is the time of year that many of us are trying to get our pools cleaned up and ready for the season. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
Keep Our Waterways Clean!
May 6, 2013 by ·
If you are cleaning up your pool this spring, draining water (or backwashing) will probably be necessary. If it is, please read the following information. Did you know that swimming pool water can pollute our creeks, streams, and lakes? Even though it is safe for us, swimming pool water may … [Read more...]
Pool Heaters
April 25, 2013 by ·
With the late April record cold nights that we have been experiencing, pool water is not as warm as it typically is in late April. If you don’t believe me—jump in! Average water temperatures in the Denton area are in the mid to high 60’s. According to the National Oceanographic Data … [Read more...]
I PROMISE THAT SUMMER IS COMING!
April 11, 2013 by ·
Two weeks ago I announced, based on many years of weather records and 50 years on this planet, that the cold weather was behind us and that pool season was near. I really believed that we had seen the last of temperatures in the 30’s, but I was wrong. I really shouldn’t be that surprised as … [Read more...]
It’s Time To Get Your Swimming Pool Ready!
April 8, 2013 by ·
What will the weather be for the next few months? Pete Delkus, chief meteorologist at ABC affiliate WFAA-TV in Dallas, showed a weather pattern map on March 28th that provides some insight on what to expect. The map indicated that the Dallas/Fort Worth area forecast for the months of April, … [Read more...]
Pool Season is Near!
March 29, 2013 by ·
Pool season is near! Hopefully the last freeze of the winter is behind us, and the odds say that it is. The average last freeze in the DFW area is March 13th and the latest last freeze is April 13th. With the freeze that we had earlier this week (March 26th)—I hope that we are done with cold … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning: How to Dispose of Old or Unneeded Pool Chemicals
March 7, 2013 by ·
As the weather warms up and spring cleaning begins—you might run across some old or unneeded pool chemicals that you need to get rid of. It is unlawful to dispose of them in your trash—landfills will not accept hazardous che Following are some of the methods of properly disposing of old … [Read more...]
Now is the Time to Begin Backyard Projects
March 3, 2013 by ·
Most pool builders are asked one simple question more than any other that they hear, and it is—“What is the best time of year to build a swimming pool?” The answer will probably not surprise you—it is now, before contractors get too busy. This is true of not just swimming pools—but … [Read more...]
It’s Time To Get Your Swimming Pool Ready!
February 28, 2013 by ·
It’s time to begin preparing your swimming pool for the summer. Having a clear, sparkling pool is often the result of getting an early start and then being consistent in caring for your pool for the remainder of the season. Following are some tips to be sure that you get started off on the … [Read more...]
Soon It Will Be Pool Weather!
February 28, 2013 by ·
Wouldn’t it be great if we accurately predict what the weather would be for North Texas for the next few months? According to The Old Farmer’s 2013 Almanac, we have some interesting weather coming for the Texas-Oklahoma region as it reads: The snowiest periods will be in early to mid-February … [Read more...]