Tag: california

28
Feb

Popular Danville Crab Feed is Coming Soon

Crab season is almost here, and East Bay residents are eagerly anticipating the annual Danville, California, crab feed. This very special event will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2014, in the gym in Saint Isidore’s church, starting at 5:30 in the evening. The church is located at 440 La Gonda Way in Danville. Many residents who live in the

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24
Feb

Great Water Toys For Dogs

If your pooch loves the water, he’ll love these great water toys made especially for dogs and puppies! Toys like Kong Aqua, Hydro Ring, Chilly Bone and Anchor Rope can be wet and frozen for hours of play that will keep your pet busy and hydrated.  The Bumper or Bumi are perfect for a wet game of fetch in the pool or at the beach.

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19
Feb

Above-Ground or In-Ground Pools: Which is Right for You?

If you are a home owner in California, then having a pool can not only be a great way to better enjoy the warmer weather, but can be a wonderful way to add significant value to your home as well. However, when it comes to having a pool installed, deciding between an above-ground and in-ground pool can be a difficult

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14
Feb

4 Things You Didn’t Know About Hot Tubs

There’s nothing more satisfying than slipping into a steaming hot tub. Not only are hot tubs enjoyable recreationally, they can also sooth sore muscles, calm stressed nerves, and help you get clean. While the subject of hot tubs may seem simple enough, there are many things you probably didn’t know. 1. Hot tub jets were invented by the Jacuzzi brothers.

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10
Feb

Using Salt to Sanitize a Hot Tub? Three Things to Consider

Salt water sanitation systems for hot tubs have grown in popularity in recent years, with proponents pointing to a number of alleged benefits to the system, the environment, and the health of people using the hot tub. Upon closer inspection, however, it appears that salt water sanitization systems may not be all they are cracked up to be. Here are

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5
Feb

Benefits of Hiring a Pool Cleaning Service

Having your own pool is a great way to relax, get exercise and cool off during warm weather. Keeping your pool healthy requires work. Even owners that enjoy general maintenance may find the task overwhelming. Hiring a service company can reduce your worries and expenses. Pool service companies provide the chemicals and testing materials required to keep your pool water

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27
Jan

Reducing Your Pool’s Temperature During the Sweltering Days of Summer

Having a swimming pool can be a major luxury, especially in California where the summer months are often sweltering hot. Unfortunately, during the hottest days of the year, even pool water can become uncomfortably warm, making a dip in the pool far from refreshing. Urban legend claims that it is possible to determine how much ice is needed to cool

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22
Jan

How to Winterize Your Pool

It is important to winterize your pool properly to keep it in shape for future use. Clean pool. Adjust pool water chemistry. Remove debris. Empty debris tray. Drop water level up to 12 inches below in-wall skimmer. Turn heater off and extinguish pilot light. Remove all drain plugs. If you have a heater, open the drain valve. While draining, remove

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17
Jan

How to Clean up an Unused Pool in Five Steps

If you want to bring an unused pool back to life, it usually just requires a little bit of direction and a fair amount of effort. If there’s still water in the pool, follow the six steps described below. Skim the top. You can use a hand skimmer to remove any leftover floating debris before running a pool filter. It

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13
Jan

Comparison and Contrast of Mesh and Vinyl Pool Covers

Which is better, a mesh or vinyl pool cover? A brief comparison and contrast between the two will help you decide. Advantages of Mesh Covers Mesh covers usually cost less than the vinyl ones. In fact, you could pay at least $200, and possibly up to $600 more for one. However, inexpensive doesn’t necessarily mean cheap. High-quality ones last up

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