If you have repairs to do, it’s important you know that you don’t need to drain your pool for them. When you need to complete repairs on your pool, the natural tendency is to assume you need to drain it. After all, it will be much easier to tackle issues when they’re not underwater, right? Actually, draining your pool can have
Winter Weather Pool Cover Care If you have any type of swimming pool, you will need to protect it from the winter elements, otherwise it could be damaged or destroyed. If a particularly cold snap were to happen in Northern California, your pool could be prone to ice damage. The most common mistake is that pool owners will think that
Turning Your Back Garden into a Winter Wonderland Now that the winter season is steadily approaching us in Danville, California, festivities and holidays are rapidly heading our way too! While you’re busy prepping the tree for ornaments and stringing lights in your much-loved annual wreath, spare a thought for your unseasonal, undecorated back garden. Before the holidays hit, take your
Winterizing Your Swimming Pool Winter pool maintenance is simple and should be completed as regularly as possible. With the cooler weather threatening to hit Danville, California, it is now the perfect time to prep your pool for the winter season ahead. While you think that maintaining your pool ends at preserving the pool chemicals and pulling the cover on every
Stop Sharing Your Pool with Local Wildlife Large bodies of water, such as a swimming pool, are a natural habitat for many animals. Unfortunately, this means finding a few friendly faces in your pool! Removing a snake from the water is not ideal before taking a swim, so read below for tips on how to keep critters away from your
Pool Chemistry 101 The key to keeping your pool crystal clear all year round is pool chemistry. Luckily, you do not have to be a scientist to understand the chemistry of your backyard pool! There are two main elements to pool chemistry that you should focus on – sanitation and water balance – that will help to keep your pool
Pool Yoga Exercises Having a regular yoga routine is a great way to help you feel better both mentally and physically. However, finding a class and buying all the necessary equipment may not be on the top of your priority list. Luckily, you can enjoy yoga right in your own backyard pool with these pool yoga exercises. Cobra – stand
El Nino Facts It is almost impossible to listen to a weather forecast without hearing about El Nino. With one of the most severe droughts creating a dwindling water supply throughout California, many residents are looking forward to the heavy rains that El Nino is predicted to bring. Keep these El Nino facts in mind to ensure that you know
Fall Pool Cleaning Tips Now that fall has officially started, you may find that your pool is covered in leaves. While there is no stopping Mother Nature, there are some steps that you can take to help limit the amount of leaves that make their way into your pool. Keep these tips in mind to keep your pool leaf-free this
Pool Pump Options Choosing the right pool pump is one of the most important steps in keeping your backyard pool clean. However, figuring out which pump will work best for your needs can be much easier said than done. Keep these tips in mind to help find the perfect pump for your pool. Single speed pumps – since single speed