Cleaning

  Aside from testing and adding chemicals, it’s important to keep the water free from organic matter such as leaves, grass clippings, bugs and a buildup of algae that can occur over time. These routine tasks can help you maintain a clean, healthy pool environment. Empty skimmer baskets Every day, check the skimmer baskets for […]
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Test the water in your pool

  You must test the water regularly, at least once a week. But don’t worry, you do not need a degree in chemical engineering to do this. When you buy your pool, you must get a test kit that generally includes color-coded strips to dip in the water and compare the results to the colors […]
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Pool maintenance

  You can hire a pool maintenance company to monitor your pool water so it’s clean and healthy for swimming, but much of the work can be done by yourself. During Swim Season Water maintenance Pool water should be clean enough that you can clearly see a coin sitting on the bottom of the pool. […]
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Strip of Succulents

  Break up a stretch of patio with beds of plantings. Next to this southwestern home’s pool, succulents are the perfect choice. Succulents thrive in harsh, dry climates. If you don’t live in this climate but love the look of succulents, consider planting them in containers that can easily be brought inside in the fall.
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