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Pool Closing/Winterization | Pool Maintenance
What's the right way to winterize your pool? Every year I see quite a few mistakes that homeowners make when closing their pools. Although it's certainly not impossible to close your pool yourself, one does need to understand the basic steps to this important process. An improper pool closing can lead to major filter system and plumbing damage, potentially costing the homeowner thousands in unnecessary expenses.
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Don't blindly wonder if a fiberglass, concrete, or vinyl liner pool is right for you. Our educational ebook does a deep-dive comparison of the 3 types, all while noting the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Fiberglass Pool Information | Fiberglass vs Concrete vs Vinyl Liner | Installation & Construction
With composite (fiberglass) technology still relatively new to Virginia and Maryland, there are many misconceptions regarding the differences between composite and concrete pools. One of the biggest of these misconceptions is the belief of many people that concrete makes for a much stronger and permanent swimming pool.
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So often I find that although many people may keep their pool or spa properly sanitized(via chlorine, baqua, salt, etc) ,they lack in keeping their water properly balanced.
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Cost and Pricing | Fiberglass vs Concrete vs Vinyl Liner | Swimming Pool FAQs
We're going to answer some common questions about fiberglass pools: Why do prices vary so much from fiberglass manufacturers, when they are all fiberglass pools? Why do some pool companies say that they can do a pool so much cheaper? They claim the bigger companies are gouging the consumer for big profits. Do pool companies need to be licensed in the state they work out of? How can I tell if the pool company is licensed? What's wrong with using an unlicensed company? Should pool companies belong to the Better Business Bureau? Why do some pool companies offer such a big discount if the homeowner gets their own permit? What is APSP? What's the big deal of belonging to it? Why do fiberglass pools cost as much as concrete pools? Why would I even buy a concrete pool if fiberglass pools are so great? My sister has a concrete pool and she loves it. She says I am crazy to buy a fiberglass pool and they are cheap pools. What is the difference between in-house work and subcontractors? Why should I go with River Pools and Spas?
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If you are looking to install an inground pool in your outdoor space, one of the first decisions you will have to make is what type of pool to install. There are three primary types of pools: fiberglass, concrete, and vinyl liner. There are advantages and disadvantages to each type of pool. A concrete pool is attractive, has a number of add-on features, and can be customized to the size and shape you want. A vinyl liner pool has the lowest initial cost and has a smooth finish. A fiberglass pool is low maintenance, can be installed the fastest, and is energy efficient.
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You may have noticed that there is a new trend in the swimming pool sanitation industry-Salt Chlorine Generators. So what is all this talk we hear regarding salt water and low maintenance? Do these devices really work? And how does salt keep your water clear anyway? This article will answer these and other questions regarding this suddenly popular technology.
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The heat is on! With the cost of fuels, natural gas, and propane having skyrocketed in the past five years, many pool owners are now choosing heat pumps as their means of pool temperature regulation. In fact, heat pump installations out-numbered propane/natural gas heater sales 10 to 1 in 2008 for our company. This article will break-down the science behind heat pumps and will also discuss why so many people are choosing to spend more up front in order to enjoy the benefits of a heat pump for many years to come.
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The skill of swimming has been known since prehistoric times. Drawings from the Stone Age were found in the "Cave of Swimmers" in the southwestern part of Egypt. Written references date from 2000 BC, including Gilgamesh, the Iliad, the Odyssey, the Bible, Beowulf, and other sagas.
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In the past, concrete and vinyl liner pools have been the staple of the swimming pool industry throughout the world. Recently though, there has been a major shift with the rising popularity of fiberglass pool installations. Just to give an example of this growth, in 1994, 61,540 fiberglass pools were installed in the United States. In 2005, over 283,000 fiberglass units were installed. Neither concrete nor vinyl experienced even close to such growth during this time period. In fact, Australia, the same country that started using salt water systems long before they arrived to the US market (over 90% of all pool in Australia are on salt), now shows that fiberglass pools make up one out of every two new pool installations in the country. So what are the reasons for such a drastic shift in the pool industry? Why do so many pool owners find fiberglass to be their pool style of choice?
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