Diamond Certified Resource Swimming Pools & Spas Guide
Diamond Certified Resource Swimming Pools & Spas Guide
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Read MoreEL SOBRANTE — I strongly urge homeowners to hire licensed companies to work on their pools or hot tubs—the safety of your family is at stake. Modern pools incorporate a variety of heating and lighting systems for our enjoyment and comfort. When these systems are installed or repaired, the work must adhere to the specific codes of the pool and spa industry to ensure swimmers’ safety. The individual working on your pool should have a license attesting to their ability to understand and meet these unique regulations. California doesn’t require a license to maintain or repair pools, despite the depth of knowledge required to safely work on electrical systems that are in such close proximity to water. Read more
CONCORD — If you’ve decided to install a swimming pool on your property, you might be wondering what your first step should be. The answer is simple: find a qualified pool builder. While building a pool involves a multitude of crucial details, at the end of the day, the guidance of an experienced professional is the most important factor in achieving a quality result. A qualified pool builder will oversee every aspect of your pool’s construction, including critical features like its structure and plumbing. As the foundation of your pool, the structure must be carefully designed and engineered, and built to last. Likewise, as your pool’s “circulatory system,” the plumbing must be designed and constructed with the utmost precision. Read more
SEBASTOPOL — Following its winter dormancy, you’ll need to spend a little time getting your swimming pool ready for summer use. Preparing your pool primarily consists of two aspects: cleaning and sanitation. Cleaning Use a vacuum and/or handheld net to remove stray leaves and any other debris that has accumulated in your pool during the winter. In addition to cleaning the pool itself, you should clean your filter by disassembling it and using a garden hose to wash off the individual parts. Keep in mind that once you start using your pool again, you’ll need to adjust your filter’s runtime from the offseason minimum to about eight hours a day. Sanitation One of the main aspects of sanitation is obtaining a proper pH balance, Read more