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Robotic pool cleaners do not damage vinyl liners.

Do Robotic Pool Cleaners Damage Vinyl Liners? What to Look For

by Paul Williams

Robotic pool cleaners are the easiest and most effective way to attain and sustain spotless floors, coves, steps, and walls. However, robotic pool cleaners do not have identical specs, and there are various pool surface types. So, do robotic pool cleaners damage vinyl liners? Most robotic pool cleaners do not damage vinyl liners as their … Read more

Categories Pool Equipment
Avoid leaving your robotic pool cleaner in the pool when not in use.

Can You Leave a Robotic Pool Cleaner in a Pool? Why You Shouldn’t

by Paul Williams

A robotic pool cleaner is a must-have for pool owners. Amazingly, this electric-powered tool can be submerged in the water for hours without any issue. However, does that mean you can forget it in the pool forever? Robotic pool cleaners can be left in the pool as they’re completely water-resistant. However, leaving the robotic cleaner … Read more

Categories Pool Maintenance
Pool water can become stagnant if untreated or changed. This can be very dangerous.

What Happens if You Don’t Change Pool Water? The Dirty Truth

by Paul Williams

Having a pool in your backyard is lovely, especially on those hot summer days! However, like most things worth having, a pool requires maintenance—like ensuring the water is always clean—if you are to reap its benefits. Over time, pool water will become stagnant if you don’t regularly change it or maintain the proper chemical balance. … Read more

Categories Common Problems, Pool Maintenance
Dog hair can be really bad for swimming pools.

Is Dog Hair Bad for Pools? Tips to Save Thousands in Repair Costs

by Paul Williams

It’s not just your own hair-clogging up drains that should worry you. I’ve had my fair share of blockages because of hair and have since learned my lesson. Since then, I’ve encountered a new hair problem to handle. My dog loves to swim in the pool! So is dog hair bad for pools? Dog hair … Read more

Categories Pool Maintenance

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I'm a fun-loving husband and father of 3 that enjoys spending pool days with the family! After years of above ground pool fun, we took the leap and got our first in-ground pool installed. What an exciting journey it has been! I have learned so much along the way, and use this site as an outlet to share everything I've learned, researched, or randomly thought of that I found to be interesting. For more info, see my About Me page.

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