Patch Perfect: Revive Your Pool Cover in Minutes!

Published by Monique on 10/30/2024

Cover Patch, Pool Closing, Pool Covers, Pool Winterization, Covers

Patch Perfect: Revive Your Pool Cover in Minutes!

As winter approaches, it's time to ensure your pool's safety cover is in top condition. But what if you notice a few small holes or tears? Don't worry! The Yard Guard Deck-Lock Patch Ki…

Don't Close Your Swimming Pool with a Leak: A Cautionary Tale

Published by Anthony on 10/17/2024

Pool Closing, Pool Leak, Vinyl Liner, Liners, Pool Liners, Pool Winterization

Don't Close Your Swimming Pool with a Leak: A Cautionary Tale

Closing your swimming pool for the season is a crucial task for pool owners, but doing so with a known leak can lead to a host of problems. This oversight may seem minor, but the consequences can be s…

Winter Pool Plugs: A Neccessary Tool for Pool Closing

Published by Monique on 10/09/2024

Pool Closing, Pool Plug, Winter Plugs, Pool Winterization

Winter Pool Plugs: A Neccessary Tool for Pool Closing

Winter pool plugs, also known as expansion plugs, freeze plugs, or pool bugs (cute, right?), are the pool owner's secret weapon against Jack Frost. These nifty devices are essentially tapered rubber p…

Published by Monique on 10/07/2024

Pool Winterization

Protecting Your Pool from Winter Damage

As the temperatures drop and winter approaches, pool owners face unique challenges in protecting their investments. Proper winterization is crucial to prevent costly damage and ensure your pool i…

Winter Storage Tips for Your Maytronics Dolphin Robotic Pool Cleaner

Published by Anthony on 09/27/2024

Robotic Pool Cleaners, Pool Winterization

Winter Storage Tips for Your Maytronics Dolphin Robotic Pool Cleaner

As the leaves start to fall and temperatures drop, it's time to think about winterizing your pool and storing your trusty Maytronics Dolphin robotic pool cleaner. Proper storage not only…

The Air Supply Cyclone 3 HP Portable Pool & Spa Air Blower

Published by Anthony on 09/10/2024

Commercial Pool Maintenance, Pool Winterization, Vinyl Liners, Pool Liners

The Air Supply Cyclone 3 HP Portable Pool & Spa Air Blower

Revolutionizing Pool Maintenance: The Air Supply Cyclone 3 HP Portable Pool Spa Air Blower The world of pool maintenance has been transformed with the introduction of the Air Supply Cyclone 3 HP…

Safe-T-Zone Pool Winterizing Kit Instructions

Published by Anthony on 08/30/2024

Pool Winterization

Safe-T-Zone Pool Winterizing Kit Instructions

Winterizing Your Pool: A Guide to a Successful Closing and Easy Spring Opening As the swimming season comes to an end, it's time to prepare your pool for the winter months ahead. Proper winterizatio…

Winter Ready: How the OnGuard Winterizing Kit Keeps Your Pool Safe

Published by Monique on 08/27/2024

Pool Winterization

Winter Ready: How the OnGuard Winterizing Kit Keeps Your Pool Safe

As winter approaches, pool owners face the crucial task of winterizing their pools to protect them from cold weather damage and ensure an easier spring opening. Enter the OnGuard Pool Winterizing…

Why Air Pillows Are Essential for Winterizing Your Pool

Published by Monique on 08/26/2024

Pool Winterization

Why Air Pillows Are Essential for Winterizing Your Pool

As the colder months approach, protecting your pool becomes a top priority for every pool owner. One often overlooked but crucial element in this process is the use of an air pillow. Let's dive into w…

The Unsung Heroes of Winter Pool Protection: Why Water Bags Are Your Pool's Best Friend

Published by Monique on 08/26/2024

Pool Winterization

The Unsung Heroes of Winter Pool Protection: Why Water Bags Are Your Pool's Best Friend

As the crisp autumn air signals the end of swimming season, savvy pool owners know it's time to prepare their inground pools for winter's harsh embrace. While many focus on chemical balancing and pump…

Winter Woes: Battling Algae in Your Pool with EZ Pool & Spa Supply

Published by Anthony on 10/06/2023

Pool Winterization

Winter Woes: Battling Algae in Your Pool with EZ Pool & Spa Supply

Winter is just around the corner, and while you might be getting ready to put on your cozy sweaters and sip on hot cocoa, your swimming pool could be facing a very different issue – algae invasion!…

Preventing Winter Pool Damage: The Ultimate Guide

Published by Anthony on 10/05/2023

Pool Winterization

Preventing Winter Pool Damage: The Ultimate Guide

As a pool owner, you know that winter can also bring a unique set of challenges. The cold season poses a significant risk to your pool and pool equipment, potentially causing costly damage if not p…

Dive into Safety with GLI Secur-A-Pool Mesh Safety Covers

Published by Anthony on 08/06/2023

Pool Winterization, Covers

Dive into Safety with GLI Secur-A-Pool Mesh Safety Covers

When it comes to keeping your inground swimming pool secure and maintaining its pristine condition during the off-season, there's one name that stands out among the rest: GLI Secur-A-Pool Safety Cover…

Published by Brooke Sardella on 03/01/2023

Pool Winterization, Above Ground Pools, Pool Chemistry

Don't Want to Open the Pool?

You have a beautiful pool, but maybe you're wondering if you should open it this season. Are you planning on travelling for an extended period of time? Maybe you don’t have as much help at home as you…

Winterization with the Air Supply Cyclone Blower

Published by Brooke Sardella on 11/15/2022

Pool Winterization

Winterization with the Air Supply Cyclone Blower

When winter comes around it is time to get the pool ready for closing! Especially if you live in an area with freezing winters, the Air Supply Cyclone Blower will help you get the job done.In freezing…

Published by Brooke Sardella on 10/25/2022

Pool Winterization, Covers

Stuck Cover Anchor Hack

Is your brass safety cover anchor stuck in place? Follow along with us, we have a quick hack to help get it loose! You will need: Hex key Allen wrench Watering hose with jet settling *Do not use a h…

Published by Brooke Sardella on 09/17/2022

Pool Winterization

9 Steps to Close Your Pool

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Published by Matt Fichera on 09/16/2022

Pool Winterization, Covers

Water Tubes for Pool Covers

What are Pool Water Tubes? Secure your inground pool cover for the long winter months with water tubes. Water tubes, also known as water bags, are affordable, made from high-quality vinyl, filled…

Published by Brooke Sardella on 06/16/2022

Pool Covers, Pool Winterization, Safety Covers, Covers

GLI Safety Covers

What if you could have a 24/7 lifeguard at your pool in the off-season? They would be able to protect the pool from children, pets, and other damage to the pool. Well, there is no need to hire an…

Published by Brooke Sardella on 06/16/2022

Pool Winterization, Covers

Above Ground Winter Pool Covers

After a season of pool fun, you have to start thinking of closing your pool for the winter. Above-ground covers by GLI have proven durability and quality to stand up to harsh freezing conditions and m…

How to Patch Your Pool's Winter Safety Cover | Yard Guard Patch Kit

Published by Matt Fichera on 09/10/2021

Pool Winterization, Covers

How to Patch Your Pool's Winter Safety Cover | Yard Guard Patch Kit

It’s time to cover your pool and as you roll out your safety cover, you notice a few small holes. These holes can be caused by many things like: ants, mice, general wear, and more. Dependi…

Published by Niko Kakouris on 07/23/2021

Above Ground Pools, OnGuard, pool winterization, Winter Kits, Winterization

OnGuard Pool Winterizing/ Closing Kits

Are you winterizing your pool? If so, you’ll need a winter kit as it’s the final step before covering your pool for the winter months. Winter kits use specially formulated chemicals that main…

How to Close an Above Ground Pool for the Winter

Published by Niko Kakouris on 07/15/2021

Above Ground Pools, Pool Winterization

How to Close an Above Ground Pool for the Winter

Do you own an above ground pool? If so, it’s just about time to start preparing for the winterization process. If you follow our eight-step winterization process you will be in great shape headin…

How to Use a Brass Anchor Pulling Tool Kit (Loop-Loc)

Published by Matt Fichera on 10/05/2020

Pool Winterization

How to Use a Brass Anchor Pulling Tool Kit (Loop-Loc)

From our previous video and blog, we’ve illustrated and shown how to try and use a garden hose to loosen brass anchor that are stuck. We’ve also showed how to drill a new hole in your pool dec…

Published by Matt Fichera on 09/23/2020

Above Ground Pools, Pool Winterization, Covers

Pool Cover Water Displacement

Toward the beginning of the cold part of the winter, maybe around the beginning of December it’s a great idea to check your above ground pool cover and the amount of water that it may have on i…

What is an Above Ground Pool Cover Siphon?

Published by Matt Fichera on 09/22/2020

Above Ground Pools, Pool Winterization, Covers

What is an Above Ground Pool Cover Siphon?

A siphon is an electrical free drain that lets you remove water off the top of your above ground pool cover. Typically, it’s operated by some kind of squeeze pump that primes the pumping mechani…

Published by Matt Fichera on 09/15/2020

Pool Winterization, Cover, Pool Covers

How to Use a Brass Anchor Removal Kit

It seems like just about every year at the beginning and end of pool season that there’s always at least 1 or 2 brass safety anchors that give you trouble. They either won’t come up, won&…

Published by Matt Fichera on 08/28/2020

Above Ground Pools, Pool Winterization

The Pool Pillow Pal

A pool should be all about relaxation, not work. Covering your swimming pool after a summer season can be frustrating. Utilizing a pool pillow and winter cover isn’t always the easiest thin…

Published by Matt Fichera on 08/26/2020

Pool Winterization

Aquador Winter Skimmer Covers

It all started in 1959. A swimming pool business in Pittsburgh, PA that was ran by Joan and Frank Hodak. Flash forward decades later to 1990 when Frank thought of the genius idea of a pool skimmer c…

Published by Matt Fichera on 08/24/2020

Pool Winterization

What is a Blowout Extension?

Suction Line Blowout ExtensionThe original tested and proven by years of customer satisfaction.The Suction Line Blowout Extension is easy to use and designed so that you don’t have to lower your wat…

Published by Matt Fichera on 08/20/2020

Pool Winterization

How To Use Swimming Pool Antifreeze

Another pool season is coming to a close and you are starting to think about closing it up for the winter months. After a summer of splashing, lounging, swimming, and relaxing it’s understandable if…

Published by Matt Fichera on 08/17/2020

Pool Winterization

PoolStyle Winterizing Kits

The steps that you take to winterize your pool will vary depending on the climate and region that you live in. Regardless of location, keys to proper winterizing and pool safety incl…

Published by Matt Fichera on 08/13/2020

Pool Winterization, Covers

Meyco Inground Pool Safety Covers

Meyco Pool Covers. Everyone Trusts the Original. Others may claim it but the modern safety pool cover was invented by none other than Fred J. Meyer in 1957. By 1959, Meyco Pool Covers was formed and…

Published by Matt Fichera on 07/27/2020

Pool Winterization, Covers

GLI Inground Pool Safety Covers

GLI is a manufacturer of quality pool products and it’s their mission to bring families together and keep them safe. A safety cover by GLI is a great first step in creating a backyard that is…

5 Important Winterization Rules For Your Fiberglass Swimming Pool

Published by Matt Fichera on 07/21/2020

Fiberglass Pools, Pool Winterization

5 Important Winterization Rules For Your Fiberglass Swimming Pool

There are many different techniques to use to efficiently and expertly close your fiberglass pool for the winter. Regardless of the method that either you or a pool professional have decided to use,…

Super-Pro Automatic Pool Cover Pump (1,700 GPH, APCP-1700)

Published by Matt Fichera on 03/04/2020

Pool Cover Pump, Pool Pumps, Pool Winterization, Covers

Super-Pro Automatic Pool Cover Pump (1,700 GPH, APCP-1700)

Need to remove water from your pool cover? Look no further than the Super Pro Auto Pool Pump by Little Giant. Its unique design allows it to start working in as little as 2 inches of water and will…

Published by Matt Fichera on 01/16/2020

AquaCal, AquaCal Heat Pump, AquaCal Heat Pumps, Heaters & Heat Pumps, Pool Winterization, Swimming Pool Heat Pumps

AquaCal Heat Pumps

Why Choose an AquaCal Heat Pump? AquaCal is the largest manufacturer of pool heat pumps in the entire world. They’ve been in business for more than 35 years and have been pioneers while holding…

Published by Matt Fichera on 12/05/2019

Coates Heaters, Coates Pool Heaters, Heaters & Heat Pumps, Pool Heaters, Pool Winterization, Commercial

Coates Heaters

Coates swimming pool and spa/hot tub heaters are well known for the highest in quality and reliability, and have been trusted by pool and spa owners since the 1940s. Offering a wide range in power,…

Published by Matt Fichera on 09/18/2019

Above Ground Cover Clips, Above Ground Pools, Cover Clips, JED, JED Cover Clips, Pool Cover Clips, Pool Winterization, Pool Covers, Covers

Pool Cover Clips - Above Ground

A typical way to secure an above ground winter cover to your pool is with a cable and a winch. You’ve cleaned the pool and optimized the water, maybe you bought a new cover, and the finishing…

Above Ground Swimming Pool Leaf Net Covers

Published by Matt Fichera on 09/10/2019

Above Ground Leaf Nets, Above Ground Pools, Leaf Net, Leaf Nets, Leaf Removal, Leaves on your pool, Pool Covers, Pool Winterization, Swimming Pool, What is a Leaf Net, Covers

Above Ground Swimming Pool Leaf Net Covers

Deciduous trees are the ones that lose their leaves every year during the colder months. If you have these types of trees near your pool than it is pretty safe to say that you will be spending some…

Published by Matt Fichera on 09/06/2019

Fall Cleanup, Pool Brush, Pool Winterization, Skimmer, Winter Pool Preparation

Fall Clean Up for Your Pool

There are certainly many secrets to how a pool specialist goes about their day. Someone who cleans pools on a regular basis will have a certain routine that they adhere to and get more efficient wit…

Published by Matt Fichera on 09/05/2019

Chemicals to Close Your Pool, Closing Kits, Closing Your Pool, Pool Closing Chemicals, Pool Winterization, Winter Algaecide, Winter Closing, Winter Closing Kits, Winter Kits, Winter Shock, Winter Stain and Scale, Winterization

Winter Closing Kits

When the temperature starts to drop and it’s staying cool during the daylight hours this usually means that pool closing season is fast approaching. Closing a pool by using the suggested method…

Published by Matt Fichera on 08/28/2019

Plug, Plugs, Pool Winterization, Types of Winter Plugs, What is a Winter Plug, Which Winter Plug Should I Use?, Winter Plug, Winter Plugs

Winter Plugs

Product Brochure During the pool winterizing process it is very typical to use air to blow out the water lines so that it doesn’t freeze in the pipe, expand it, and break it. After blowing out…

Published by Matt Fichera on 08/15/2019

Anderson Manufacturing Co., Duck Bill, Duck Bill Plug, Duck Bill Valve, Duck Plug, Plug, Pool Closing, Pool Winterization, Safety Cap, Winter Closing, Winter Duck Plug, Winter Plug, Winter Pool Products

Winter Duck Plugs

Product Brochure What is a Duck Plug? The fantastic Duck Plug is a great helper during the winterizing process that your swimming pool undergoes and is ideal for pool owners who ha…

Published by EZ Pool & Spa Supply on 08/02/2019

Algaecide, Phosphate Remover, Pool Winterization, Pool Winterizing Kit, Safe -T-Zone, Winter Closing Kits, Winterizing Stain and Scale

Safe-T-Zone Pool Winterizing Kit

N. Jonas is a great company. They are the makers of the very popular Enjoy which is a low chlorine disinfecting alternative as well as many other well-known products. Their Safe-T-Zone…

Published by EZ Pool & Spa Supply on 07/24/2019

Above Ground Pool Covers, GLI Pool Covers, How to install a pool cover, Inground Pool Covers, Loop-Loc Covers, measuring a pool cover, Merlin Pool Covers, Meyco Pool Covers, Pool Cover, Pool Winterization, Winter Pool Covers, Covers

Pool Safety Covers

In certain areas of the country there comes a time of year when the cookouts come to an end, the sun stops shining quite as bright, the temperatures get colder and the fall and winter start to set i…

Enjoy Opening / Closing Kits and Why You Should Use Them

Published by EZ Pool & Spa Supply on 07/09/2019

algaecide 30, Enjoy, Enjoy Closing Kit, Enjoy Opening Kit, Pool Winterization, stain and scale preventer

Enjoy Opening / Closing Kits and Why You Should Use Them

Introducing Enjoy Opening and Closing kits! This multi-functional product created by the N. Jonas company is shipped in a small box that’s convenient and easy to handle. The kit includes tw…

Heat Pump vs. Gas Heater - Which Is Better for Your Pool?

Published by EZ Pool & Spa Supply on 01/23/2019

Gas Heater, Heaters & Heat Pumps, Pool Winterization

Heat Pump vs. Gas Heater - Which Is Better for Your Pool?

Heating your pool is a great way to lengthen your swimming season, and bring more enjoyment to the experience for everyone in the family. But somewhere along the way, you may have gotten confused…

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