Do pools need upkeep in the off-season? It is important to do regular maintenance to keep your pool in good shape and prevent costly repairs. Winter temperatures can be cool, but they can still damage your equipment, which means you need to pay attention to your pool’s maintenance. While it is a good idea to … Continue reading Do Pools Need Upkeep in Off-Season?
As Fall comes and goes, the days of enjoying backyard pools have ended. To keep your pool in good shape throughout the off-season, consider these closing tips for backyard pools. Drain Your Pool and Equipment After you’ve cleaned your pool, finish by draining water to around 4-6 inches below the skimmer. Be sure to drain … Continue reading Pool Closing Tips for Fall
When families begin to think of installing a pool, they might question how to go about doing so. Some may think they can tackle a DIY project, as it will end up being a cheaper alternative. However, without help from professional pool contractors, installing a pool can be a disastrous project. Here are the reasons … Continue reading Benefits of Working with a Pool Contractor
Pool opening season is right around the corner, and as exciting as it may be, it is also the time where many people find trouble with their pools. When you begin to open your pool, look out for these common problems. The earlier you catch them, the longer you can enjoy your pool when it … Continue reading Common Pool Opening Issues
Spring is finally upon us, which means we are one step closer to opening up the pools for the summer! Here is a brief checklist you can follow to make sure your pool is ready for summertime. Do A Surface Check The first thing you need to do is look for any cracks or see … Continue reading Spring Pool Prep Checklist
You invest in a pool, you will also want to think of the landscape and patio surrounding it. You want to be able to enjoy your yard even when the pool isn’t ready for the season, right? When considering building a pool, you need to envision what you want the area to look like. We’ve … Continue reading How to Pick the Best Patio Furniture for Your Pool
As the year is wrapping up, we would like to look back and highlight some of the biggest trends in pool and patio design for 2020. Some of these trends are classic, while others are becoming more and more popular. Pool Lounge A pool lounge is a lounging area that is typically a sunken deck … Continue reading The Biggest Pool Trends of 2020
If you’re in the market to install a pool at your home, you might be wondering if there is the best time to do so. In actuality, there isn’t a “best” time of the year, but installing off-season does have its benefits. One of the better seasons to install a pool is, in fact, Fall! … Continue reading Why Fall is the Best Time to Build a Pool
No pool owner wants to wrap the season up, but unfortunately for many of us, it’s time to prepare for the colder months. But even though the swimming season is coming to an end, there is still plenty of work you can be doing off-season. Here’s the top five. Add an algaecide Using an algaecide … Continue reading Off-Season Pool Maintenance Tips
How often have you been excited about using your pool, only to find that the water is suspiciously murky? Sundays Off Pool Service and Repair understands how frustrating it can be when algae sabotages a nice day at the pool, and knows how to restore your water to its clear, clean appearance quickly with algae … Continue reading Swimming Pool Algae: What to Know
Even though you may have maintained your swimming pool regularly, there are a few issues you can’t prevent over a long time. If your pool is a bit old, then it can malfunction and its wall may crack. However, old swimming pools aren’t the only ones that require repair. Even if your pool is fairly … Continue reading Common Reasons Pools Need to Be Repaired
If you’re seriously considering buying a pool, you are likely aware of the many different styles available. But there are two types of swimming pools that are commonly pitted against each other: saltwater and chlorinated. Saltwater pools and systems, as of lately, have become more common. But what exactly is the difference between the two? … Continue reading Saltwater vs. Chlorine Pools
When someone says the words salt and water, the mind probably most often goes to the ocean. It sound strange that people own salt water pools, but they absolutely do. The main difference between salt water pools and traditional pools is how they are sanitized. A traditional pool uses chlorine based products, for example. Whether … Continue reading The Pros and Cons of a Salt Water Pool
If you own a pool and it is the summertime, then you know your days will be filled by fun and frolicking. There is nothing better than a cool dip on a hot day, playing games and sports in the water, or even just lounging by the pool with your favorite cold beverage. That said, … Continue reading What Effect Does Rain Have on Pool Water?
Deciding to have a pool installed is always very exciting. The pool is a place to cool off, enjoy the outdoors with your family, and to even get some exercise. However, you want to make sure that you design the best pool for your situation. That includes not only the type of space you have, … Continue reading How to Choose The Right Pool Material
Human knowledge has developed over the centuries, and we now have a much firmer understanding of chemicals and how they react with each other. Humans had no qualms about drinking dirty water or food and did not connect it with any illnesses they may have gotten. Contamination just was not something that those early humans … Continue reading Why We Need Chlorine For Swimming Pools
Green water might be the bane of every pool owner in history. Other than the pool imploding, green water is probably the most frustrating issue to have to deal with. Everything a pool owner does when maintaining their pool is aimed at preventing the water from turning green. What is it that changes the water … Continue reading What Causes Pools to Turn Green?
There is absolutely nothing better or more refreshing than jumping in the pool on a hot day and cooling off. The only problem is, sometimes it can be a bit of a shock when you get your utility bills later on. Do not let those bills stop you from enjoying your pool, though. Here are … Continue reading How to Have Fun Without Blowing Your Utility Bills
Your pool may be brand new and in perfect condition, but it is probably still costing you money. Pools are a great investment, but some of the costs can be surprising, especially if there is a repair needed. If you find a leaky pipe then it is best not to let it go if you … Continue reading What To Do If You Find a Leaky Pool Pipe
Being a hands-on do it yourself specialist is a great thing. It means that if there are problems around the home you can fix them on your timeline and at a fraction of the cost. However, there are some things that are best left to the professionals. Your pool, for instance, takes special training and … Continue reading Why a Professional Should Handle Your Pool Liner Replacement
For some families, the swimming pool is the best part of their properties. It is the place where they relax, entertain guests, and go to cool off during hot days. It is definitely an investment, not just in money, but also in time. Maintaining the pool is a big part of pool ownership, and a … Continue reading Factors to Consider When Choosing a Pump for Your Pool
When it comes to owning a pool, you always want it to look as inviting as possible. Not just so that it looks nice for visitors and guests, but so that you and your family feel comfortable swimming in it. A clear pool free of dirt and debris is a clean and healthier pool as … Continue reading How to Keep your Pool Cover Free of Leaves and Other Debris
Pools seem like simple systems. Once your pool is built, you fill it with water. It retains the water, and uses a filtration system to help cycle clean water in and dirty water out. There should be no leaking at all, theoretically, but it is not as simple as that. A pool will lose water … Continue reading How Much Water Loss is Too Much: When to Call a Pool Repair Professional
How Long is Minnesota’s Swimming Season? There are many reasons why Minnesota homeowners install swimming pools on their property, including for social, recreational or health reasons. If you are thinking of installing a swimming pool on your property, you might be wondering how long you will be able to use it in a given year. … Continue reading How Long is Minnesota’s Swimming Season?
For those looking for a backyard pool that is cleaner than a simple hole in the mud and more attractive than traditional above-ground pools, there are four primary types of inground pools to consider. Wood is a potential option, but its lack of durability prevents it from being a popular choice for homeowners. Wooden pools … Continue reading What Are The Most Common Types of Inground Swimming Pools?
