Importance of Investing in an Automatic Pool Cover

October 28th, 2015 Posted in Pool Repairs
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Are you still living without an automatic cover for your pool? While these covers are an extra expense, they can pay for themselves by providing protection for your pool and property. Here are some very good reasons to invest in an automatic pool cover.

  • Debris protection. As summer comes to an end, so does the busiest months of swimming in your backyard pool. It also means that the leaves and needles will begin to turn color and fall, making a big mess in your pool. A quality pool cover can help minimize the amount of debris that ends up in your pool and clogging your equipment. This can save on cleaning and reduce the chance of expensive damage caused by debris in your pump and other equipment.
  • Safety. Pool covers provide safety for your pool area, even when you are not around. Accidental drownings are the biggest danger when owning a pool. Automatic pool covers can help prevent small children and animals from accidentally falling into your pool. According to the CDC, over 3,000 people drown each year in the U.S.; children under the age of four are the largest group and most drownings for this age group happens in pools.
  • Energy efficiency. Pool covers help reduce the energy used to maintain your pool. Using a pool cover when the pool is not in use reduces the amount of energy needed to heat the pool, reduces water loss and lowers CO2 consumption.

These are all valid and excellent reasons to invest in an automatic pool cover this fall. Talk to your local pool service provider to discuss which pool cover would be best suited for your needs.

Posted on behalf of:
Premier Pool Enterprises
Canton, GA
(494) 496-5579

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Benefits of Aggregate Pool Finishes

October 28th, 2015 Posted in Pool Remodeling
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Have you been considering resurfacing your pool, but you’re confused by all the choices available? Pool resurfacing is a big business, especially in the warmer regions of the country and there are many options available. However, if you are looking for a top-quality finish that will be unique and durable, aggregate pool finishes may be the option you should choose for your pool. Here are some of the benefits of using Pebble Tec, the leading brand of aggregate pool finishes:

  • Unique surface. Since Pebble Tec uses aggregate from stones and seashells from all over the world, each surface is unique. Although finishes may look similar in color, each one is made from natural and completely unique pebbles.
  • Excellent warranty. Since aggregate is so durable and Pebble Tec only allows licensed installers to sell their product, they can offer one of the best warranties in the industry on their aggregate pool finishes.
  • Non-slip, non-stain surface. Aggregate finishes are excellent for pool surfaces due to their natural non-slip qualities. Pebble Tec is also stain-resistant, ensuring it will stay beautiful for many years to come.  It is also easy to maintain.
  • Color variety. Pebble Tec has 18 lovely colors to choose from for pool resurfacing, giving you ample choices to match your pool surface to your outdoor living space design and style.

Pebble Tec is regarded as one of the best pool finishes available. However, you do need to use a licensed and trained applicator to have this product installed. Talk to your local pool renovation specialist to find out if they are licensed and trained to install Pebble Tec products through their company.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pool Service & Repairs
401 East Las Olas Boulevard #130
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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End-of-Summer Pool Cleaning

October 28th, 2015 Posted in Pool Service
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Summer is definitely swimming season, meaning your pool gets used almost every day. While you may be great at keeping it maintained, all that use can add up over the summer months. If your pool is looking a little rugged after all the pool parties and late night dips, it may time to schedule a deep cleaning for your pool to bring it back to its pre-summer condition.

Deep Cleaning for Your Pool

Regular weekly cleanings are needed to remove debris from the pool, keep your chemical balance in check and clear out your pool filters. But at the end of the summer, you need to go a little deeper to remove all the excess contamination that can build up on the walls, floors and inside your pool equipment. Here are some areas that need to be covered when performing a deep cleaning for your pool:

  • Scrub walls. Your pool walls need a good scrubbing after the summer. Although pool services often perform these every time they service a pool, this is a step that often gets missed by DIY pool maintenance.
  • Vacuum and skim the pool. Most pool owners do not own a pool vacuum that can remove all debris from the water, so to get a deep cleaning you need a professional pool service to perform vacuuming.
  • Inspect and clean pool equipment. All valves, skimmers, filters and impellers should be cleaned and inspected as part of your end-of-summer pool maintenance.
  • Stain removal. Over time your pool can become stained from the minerals and algae in the pool water. A professional pool service can remove most stains during a deep cleaning.

Many pool services offer one-time deep cleaning services as well as ongoing pool maintenance. To get your pool back to pristine condition, call in a professional this fall.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pool Service & Repairs
4581 Weston Road
Weston, FL 33331
(954) 840-8544

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Alternatives to Chlorine for Your Pool

October 28th, 2015 Posted in Pool Service
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Did a summer cooling off in your pool leave your skin, hair and swimsuits damaged from constant exposure to chlorine? It is a common complaint by pool owners that are tired of the harsh effects of this effective and popular pool sanitizer. Although chlorine is one of the most effective ways to keep your pool healthy and safe, there are ways to reduce the amount that is needed. Here are a few alternatives that can be used to sanitize your pool without the harsh side effects of excessive chlorine.

Ozone System

Commercial water parks must have the best sanitizing equipment to keep their water clean and safe for their guests, which is why they often use ozone generators. Ozone is one of the most effective water sanitizers available. These systems are available for residential pools and can reduce the amount of chlorine needed to keep your pool safe by up to 90%, making your pool much gentler on your skin, hair and clothing.

Salt Systems

Another option to reduce your chlorine use for pool sanitization is a salt system or chlorine generator. These systems use salt to create the active cleansing factor in chlorine, giving you the same sanitizing effect without the harsh effects. Owners of these systems enjoy the fact that their pools no longer have that chlorine smell, yet are still safe to swim in on a daily basis.

If you are looking for an alternative to chlorine, talk to your local pool service provider about either an ozone or chlorine generator system. It can help reduce the amount of chlorine needed to maintain your PH balance and protect your family from the ill effects of chlorine.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pools, LLC
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 767-7755

 

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