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To say that it has been a hot, dry summer thus far would be an understatement. As of this writing, it has been 46 days since our last measurable rain (June 3rd), the 9th longest streak since records have been kept (1898). The current drought combined with the continued influx of new residents to the north Texas area can and has put a heavy burden on our resources—especially our water. Most DFW … [Read more...] about Water Saving Tips for Pool Owners

The heat has arrived early this year and it doesn’t appear to be letting up anytime soon. If the current trend continues, it appears that we could be breaking some records. As of this writing (July 13th), we have had eighteen 100 degree days, which already exceeds the number of 100 degree days that we had in each of the last three years. In addition, there doesn’t appear to be any relief in … [Read more...] about Ways to Cool Your Pool Water & Pool Area

We are now approaching the time of year where the heat and humidity settles in and rain isn’t as common. Although it is starting to warm up, the really hot weather (100 degrees +) doesn’t typically arrive until July & August—most of our 100-degree days in the DFW area (15.2 of our average of 18) occur in July & August. Thanks to the National Weather Service, following is some more … [Read more...] about 100 Degree Weather Facts for the DFW Area

Well, school is out for the summer and now the hot weather has arrived. Although we have not yet had a 100-degree day, but it is likely not far off as the average date of the first 100 degree day is July 1st. With temperatures continuing to heat up, swimming pools use will increase. As swimming pools are being enjoyed this summer, it is important to try to prevent irritants such as eye & skin … [Read more...] about How to Protect Your Eyes, Skin, & Hair this Summer

As pool season kicks off for many of the 30,000 plus swimming pools in Denton County, it is important to be aware of pool safety.  May has been designated as National Water Safety Month. National Water Safety Month is a joint effort of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, the American Red Cross, the National Recreation & Parks Association, and the World Waterpark Association.  These … [Read more...] about May is National Water Safety Month

Here we are again; it is getting hot. As you can imagine, these high temperatures can create problems for swimming pools even when a routine swimming pool maintenance program is followed. Two of the most common pool problems that pool owners experience this time of year due to the heat are cloudy water and algae. Cloudy water due to water chemistry imbalance Low sanitizer (chlorine) levels … [Read more...] about Hot Weather Pool Care

Although we had a few cold spells, it really hasn’t been a memorable winter like it was last winter (the deep freeze of February 2021). Now that we are into late March, it is unlikely that we will have another freeze (as the weather continues to warm up. For the record, our average last freeze is March 13th and our latest freeze on record is April 13th. What does this mean to pool owners? It … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Help You Get Your Pool Ready