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Archives for 2010
Keep Your Pool Cool
Summer is definitely here and pool water is rapidly becoming more bath like. So much so, I hear people say it is too hot to even swim. There are ways to decrease that pool water temperature and make it more enjoyable. #1 - Increase Water Evaporation I know increasing evaporation is not something that you normally want to do, but you lose most of your heat through evaporation. The more … [Read more...] about Keep Your Pool Cool
Pool Safety Devices
As the weather continues to warm up and swimming pools are getting heavy use, it is time to talk pool safety. We can all agree that we want our swimming pools to be as safe as possible; not only to protect our children but also to protect the neighborhood children. Having layers of protection is the best way to ensure a safe swimming pool (outside of adult supervision). A swimming pool … [Read more...] about Pool Safety Devices
National CPR Week
June 1-7 is National CPR Week. What a great week to commit to taking a CPR class. We must remember that even when safety procedures are followed, accidents can happen. It is very important that we all learn CPR, but especially pool owners. The American Heart Association has gone as far as make the following statement: “Parents and older children who live in a home with a swimming pool … [Read more...] about National CPR Week
What is the “Pool and Spa Safety Act”?
Due to the media attention that it has received and will continue to receive, you have likely become aware of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act. Although this federal law primarily affects commercial pools (including apartments and hotels), it is recommended that residential pools also become aware of the dangers and comply. Many pool owners are inquiring as to … [Read more...] about What is the “Pool and Spa Safety Act”?
Heating Your Swimming Pool
A typical swim season in Denton easily lasts May thru September. Pool heaters, in this area, can stretch the swim season to 10 months per year, versus 5-6 months without a pool heater. Most pool owners that have heaters use them to take the chill out of the water on those warm days when the water is still too cold. Typically, late December through mid-February are months that even those with … [Read more...] about Heating Your Swimming Pool
Summer Training Schedule at a Glance
If you need to schedule your pool related education around your Summer schedule, below is an outline of classes to come through August. If you have questions about a class or would like to enroll, please Contact Us by email or by phone at (940) 384-7665. May 1st Saturday 10am Pool School May 15th Saturday 10am CPR class Interested in a New Pool? May 22nd Saturday 10am Renovating Your … [Read more...] about Summer Training Schedule at a Glance
Five Keys to Pool Care
Five Tips for Getting Your Pool ready for Summer Although summer officially begins this year on June 20th, for most of us it has already begun. While many consider summer beginning on Memorial Day weekend, I have always considered summer beginning when the kids get out of school, which happened this week for most area schools. There is nothing in adulthood that can compare with the feeling of … [Read more...] about Five Keys to Pool Care
Upcoming Classes – Spring 2010
Saturday, April 10th at 10am - Renovating Your Swimming Pool This seminar is designed to inform you of what renovation options are available that will allow you to update your swimming pool. Want to hear about different coping options, plaster options, deck materials that are available? How about adding an outdoor fireplace/firepit, outdoor kitchen, or arbor? If this interests you, then this … [Read more...] about Upcoming Classes – Spring 2010
