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Published: October 25, 2011
Through-the-wall lights for above ground pools are the most popular. The light replaces your existing pool return and acts as a pool return, water flow director, and light source. The second option is the over the wall version. You simply mount it under any top rail. They are usually less...
Published: October 25, 2011
Start by being very careful with hand vacuums. Scraping them against the edge of the pool will cause little holes around the outer edge. Limit the use of automatic cleaners, running them only when the pool needs cleaning and not letting them sit in one spot for to long of a time. Most cleaners will...
Published: October 25, 2011
First of all, don't let a leaky liner stay in your pool because the water will eat the wall away - either patch it or change it. Second, every time you change the liner examine the inside wall of your pool. If you see any rust, sand it away and spray on some corrosion eliminator. Also, don...
Published: October 25, 2011
Pools will normally last between 5-15 years. It depends on the quality of the pool and the type of dirt the pool is sitting on.
Published: October 25, 2011
Before a pool can be installed the ground must be treated for whatever kind of growth you had to clear out. Most importantly, always keep a 2' barrier around the outside of the pool free of any vegetation.
Published: October 25, 2011
All cities and municipalities are different. Years ago no one required a permit, now it is not that uncommon. If this is a concern for you, check with your local planning and zoning department.
Published: October 25, 2011
The aluminum walls don't rust the way steel walls do, but they do tend to corrode and within a couple years. The steel walls will usually start rusting at the bottom where they come in contact with dirt. This is normal and the walls should still last many years. Two other points to remember...
Published: October 24, 2011
Start by taking some pictures of the swimming pool when it is still up. Taking more pictures as you are taking it apart could be a great help in the reinstallation process. Be careful not to leave any parts buried in the dirt or sand and try not to bend or break anything. Metal becomes very brittle...
Published: October 24, 2011
It is best not to use grass. Grass will grow under swimming pools and up through the liner or up the wall between liner and pool, or up the inside of the uprights creating great habitat for bugs and wasps. Choose some type of rock landscape and it is best to use plastic under it because the water...
Published: October 24, 2011
Yes. You can place a safety barrier around the stairs or construct a small fence around the top perimeter of the pool.
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