Nashville Pool Company, Author at Pool & Spa Depot

23AugAugust 23, 2018

What is the Proper Pool Maintenance During a Vacation?

Keeping your pool clean and water crystal clear while you're away this summer isn't nearly as difficult as you may think. No one wants to come home from an enjoyable vacation to a problematic pool. Here are our tips from the pool maintenance experts at Pool & Spa Depot for how to maintain a pool while you're enjoying a much deserved vacation. Check Your Water Before Departure Checking your water and making sure that the water chemistry is balanced will go a...

13JulJuly 13, 2018

The Shocking Truth About Perma Salt

Every year the pool and spa industry is flooded with new “innovative” products that promise to make pool maintenance easier and less expensive. One of the most prevalent in the market today is the Perma Salt System. The problem with the Perma Salt System is that it is largely misunderstood by pool and spa owners. Contrary to popular belief, it's not a salt generator, and it isn't able to convert salt into chlorine. So what, exactly, does it do? An Ionizing “Purification”...

13JulJuly 13, 2018

Building Your Viking Fiberglass Inground Pool

The process of building a fiberglass pool can be a fun and exciting event if you are prepared in advance for what all is going to take place. There are many steps that go into building a beautiful, professionally installed pool. Here, we’re going to give you an idea of how long each step takes, so you have a better sense of when your pool will be complete. Please keep in mind that job site conditions, weather, and the number...

10JulJuly 10, 2018

How to Prevent Pool Water Evaporation

Today there are over 10 million residential pools in the United States alone, and it's estimated that an average pool of 10,000 to 15,000 gallons will lose the entirety of its liquid contents every year due to pool water evaporation. While some pool owners may have accepted water loss as part of the cost of pool ownership, we know firsthand that many of those thousands of gallons lost every year can be salvaged and saved. How Much Water Are You Losing? To...

19JunJune 19, 2018

A Swimming Pool for Any Backyard

Swimming pools are not one-size-fits-all. There are various types that will work best for your backyard. If you’re in the market for a new swimming pool, be sure you do your research before deciding, and let the professionals at Pool and Spa Depot help you decide what pool is the perfect fit for your backyard. Inground Gunite Pools First, an inground gunite pool is a great place to start when reviewing pool types. These pools are made by mixing cement, sand and...

31MayMay 31, 2018

5 Pool Care Tips for the Do-It-Yourself Pool Owner

Summer is almost here, and it's time to start prepping your pool for all of the fun you’ll have with your family! After you’ve opened your pool and cleaned it, there are a few more pool care tips from the experts at Pool & Spa Depot that will help you keep it running and looking its best all summer long. A little ongoing maintenance and care will help you avoid any problems that could mean less pool time during the...

25MayMay 25, 2018

Essential Pool Safety Tips for Summer

With summer just around the corner—and National Water Safety month this May—now is the perfect time to make sure those long, sunny days sitting poolside are accompanied by some smart water safety habits. Because, of course, the best way for you and your family to have fun at the pool this summer is staying safe. Although most pool safety practices may seem obvious, there are still some that can often be overlooked. Here are some of the biggest pool safety...

20AprApril 20, 2018

Upgrade to a Robotic Pool Cleaner

Nothing is more enjoyable than being a pool owner – though maintaining your aquatic escape can be an exhausting endeavor. Instead of sinking countless hours into scrubbing, scooping, and vacuuming your pool, you can substantially lighten your maintenance load by investing in robotic pool cleaners. We invite you to watch this short video, where the Pool & Spa Depot experts explain the benefits and features of the robotic pool cleaners you can find in any one of our five showrooms throughout...

19AprApril 19, 2018

5 Good Reasons for Vinyl Liner Replacement

It’s been said that nothing lasts forever, and this is particularly true when it comes to the vinyl lining of a swimming pool. There are a handful of reasons you may want to consider a vinyl liner replacement. Some are obvious while others may be less noticeable and could cost you a considerable amount in the long run. Today we are going to cover the top five reasons for a Nashville vinyl liner replacement. Your Vinyl Liner Is Cracked and Torn The...

20MarMarch 20, 2018

Smart Tips for Your Nashville Spring Pool Opening

All across the Nashville area, the opening of the backyard swimming pool signifies the end of winter and the beginning of warmer temperatures. Here are some spring pool opening tips to get your pool back in tip-top shape. By performing these few swimming pool maintenance duties, you can keep your swimming pool sparkling and healthy all season. Removing the Pool Cover Correctly As tempting as it might be to just pull it off and dive right in, it's important to take...