There is more to think about than just calcium when it comes to scale in your swimming pool. Scale can be visibly seen in the pool, as well as feel rough to the touch when it appears on pool surfaces, Read More …
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A Michael Phelps Signature Swim Spa Infographic
Swimming is an excellent source of exercise for people. Are you interested in knowing how many calories you can burn while swimming? Learn how long you should swim to make it a part of your exercise program, a little about Read More …
Don’t Drain Your Pool!: Thoughts on The Costco Connection’s Recent Article
With the number of cases of water and Gatorade our crew consumes on a regular basis, we at Ask the Pool Guy are regulars at our local Costco. We also love their magazine, The Costco Connection, which often has helpful Read More …
Buying or Selling a Home with a Pool
Pool inspections can be done to give a buyer an objective assessment of the condition of a swimming pool. Of course if the pool is closed (during the winter months especially), only a visual inspection can be made. The swimming Read More …
Lifespan of Sand in a Sand Filter
Q: Just watched your awesome VIDEO on YOUTUBE, “When to change sand in a sand filter …” … very helpful and insightful, especially the explanation about “the filter working better over time …”. My sand filter was installed in 2008, Read More …
Pool Guys Work Hard and Play Hard
On the shuttle after the Welcome party at the Atlantic City Pool Show, there was a group of rambunctious young pool guys having a great time. They were singing loudly (and off-key) to the song playing on the radio. As Read More …
Ask the Pool Guy Went Social…before it was cool.
There is a lot of hype about social media in the professional world these days. Businesses are realizing how powerful social media can be when it comes to connecting with their customers and promoting their services. Websites like Facebook, Twitter, Read More …
Ask the Pool Guy goes to Hollywood!
It’s no secret that Ask the Pool Guy has plenty of connections in the swimming pool industry, thanks to his experience, artistry, and immense knowledge. But Ask the Pool Guy isn’t limited to pool industry contacts! Thanks to his large Read More …