On January 1, 1998, the Health and Safety Code made it compulsory for a swimming pool to be surrounded by at least one or more safety barriers. Reasons being, the fence ensures the safety of the neighboring children. Pool owners are advised to ensure that the pool fence gates and ladders have latches that small [...]
Creating a swimming pool in your yard is one of the fanciest things you can do, but don’t you forget that such a luxury comes with many responsibilities which you should gladly accept to make your pool safe. Whether you have chosen to build an in-ground or above-ground swimming pool, safety is still a major [...]
During hot days, the water temperature present in swimming pools tends to feel nothing less than ideal, but it is common for the temperature to drop significantly during the night. This prompts for a heating solution to be implemented on the swimming pool in order for you to feel comfortable in it, no matter the [...]
In this day and age, in order to avoid fines and other legal actions from taking place, there are specific requirements that need to be met for an in-ground pool to get an ‘okay’ in every aspect from the county you reside in. Due to numerous swimming-pool-related incidents, having a fence around the in-ground pool [...]
If you love the idea of swimming in a setting that perfectly mimics the look and feel of a natural pond, you may want to look into adding a swimming pond to your property. These unique ponds provide the closest experience possible to swimming in a real pond. However, they are quite complicated to construct [...]
Getting enjoyment out of your pool involves more than just diving in. Owning a pool is a big responsibility and requires attention. To get the best from your pool you need to maintain it all year round. Neglecting pool care will leave you with a pool you cannot swim in which is a waste of [...]
The holidays are right around the corner which means it is time to get the decorations out. If you have an indoor pool or a heated outdoor pool, chances are it will have a starring role in any of your holiday parties. This means the pool needs to be decorated too. While holiday decorations for [...]
When it comes to getting a pool, your priorities are usually about entertainment, relaxing and the fun times you will be having and not insurance. As fun as pools are, they come with responsibility and you have to take care of the serious matters before you can have fun. Once you decide to get a [...]
Many people think they can just cover their pool and forget about during the colder months but this is very bad for your pool. Your pool needs attention all year round in order to stay in optimal condition and to avoid costly damages. The seasonal tips that can help you take the best care of [...]
Having a pool is the easiest way to keep fit and stay healthy. No more trips to the gym. Regular laps and water aerobics are great for getting cardio and strength training all in one. The water’s buoyancy makes exercises and stretches more fluid and less strained. You get the benefits of a physical workout [...]
