We want to focus on some common pool safety hazards with this article. Here are some pool safety hazards to be aware of in your swimming pool:Pool and Spa lights and Ground Fault Circuit InterruptersDeck Mounted Junction Boxes for Pool and Spa Lights and Pump EquipmentFlat, Older Pool and Spa Drain Covers Especially in SpasDrownings and All Backyard GatesDiving BoardsLightning Pool and Spa Lights and Ground Fault Circuit…
If you have children, the first thing to consider with swimming pool ownership is a pool safety gate. A high quality pool safety gate or a pool safety net are necessary accessories for your swimming pool as soon as your child is mobile. You can never be too safe!Before your child can crawl, you should have already installed one or the other to keep your child…
One thing about salt water pool operation is it is easier than dealing with the physical adding of chlorine. Don't get me wrong! You still have to test your chlorine levels and add acid manually to lower the pH and alkalinity as needed, but lowering or raising chlorine to the swimming pool has never been easier. You merely turn a dial or push a button.Pay Close…
Most or all swimming pools will need repairs on their pool equipment and pool system at some point in time. It is good for homeowners to know when and why it is good to hire a licensed pool service contractor. Before we get into the legal reasons, let's talk about why it is good to hire a state licensed contractor.The Contractor's License Board requires all pool…
One thing you can always count on with swimming pool water is a degree of tile scaling (white deposit build up over time). As swimming pool water ages, byproducts, minerals, and organic substances stay suspended in the pool water from tap water, chemicals, and swimmers. Some of those byproducts, minerals, and particulates will be filtered and/or killed, but over time your swimming pool water will get…
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