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Summertime Pool Maintenance
We are amid the sweltering Florida summer. You may have noticed; your pool chemistry needs a little extra attention this time of year. That’s because the sun and the heat have an impact on your pool chemicals (let’s face it, they influence pretty much everything when it’s this hot). This blog will touch on a
Pool Maintenance Basics
The real estate market has been hot lately and there are many new homeowners and pool owners in our area, so we thought it would be a great time to touch on some of the basics of maintaining your pool. These basic maintenance items will help make your pool look more inviting and will help
Brick Pavers: to seal, or not to seal?
Brick pavers are one of the most popular options to remodel an existing deck (and for new decks too). This rise in popularity is a combination of the aesthetic look of the pavers—which can suit styles ranging from modern to rustic, their durability, and their resistance to cracking. Unlike solid decks—such as concrete, kooldecks, and
Commercial & Residential Pool Remodeling: What’s the difference?
At Advanced Pool & Spa we are happy to serve both residential and commercial customers. From time to time, those who own residential pools may also be involved in the remodel of a commercial pool, such as a homeowner who also serves on an association board or someone who oversees a pool renovation as part
Pool Equipment and Plumbing: an often-overlooked part of the remodel process
Most swimming pools are often designed to be a prominent feature in a home; the plumbing, however, is almost always tucked away and out of sight. Realistically, plumbing and equipment are the less glamourous part of a swimming pool so for the majority of homeowners, not only is it out-of-sight, out-of-mind, but pool plumbing and
Turning up the Heat—what pool heater is best for my pool?
Are you ready to swim in the cooler months but not quite ready for a cold plunge? This blog provides an overview of the three main options for heating your pool so that you can decide what is best to fit your needs. There are essentially three different options currently on the market to heat
What is scale and how does it affect my pool?
Have you ever noticed a white-yellow, chalky, and gritty substance at your waterline? If not, maybe you’ve noticed it in your bathroom—especially if you have glass shower doors? In Florida, scale is very prevalent in swimming pools, bathrooms, and other features where water is present: especially if the water is well water or the homeowner
Chlorine vs. Salt System: what’s better for your pool?
There are two main methods of caring for and maintaining your pool: the traditional chlorine pool and a salt water pool (however, salt water pools still involve chlorine to keep it sanitized). So, which is better for maintaining your pool: a traditional chlorine system or a salt system? This question can be a point of
