What is it we love about our pools? Is it the way the water glistens on a sunny day? Or the sound of splashes intermingling with the laughter of children playing? Or perhaps it's the poetry of the tiny waves that form as a breeze blows softly over the surface during a quiet afternoon moment? It's all of these things and more. Our backyard swimming pools offer more than just an afternoon of fun or a meditative retreat from everyday life. Our pools are often the crossroads of our family's lives...

Whether we like it or not, the holiday season is once again upon us. It's time to make out holiday gift lists and brace ourselves for long lines, doorbusters, and the other challenges of holiday shopping. This year, simplify your shopping by giving the gift of pool-related gear to the people on your who also are pool owners. Here are some great pool-centric holiday gifts you can pick up online or at your local pool supply store. Pool Cleaning Boca Raton -- The Gift of Safety Pools offer...

Parents with teenagers often want to teach them responsibility and the value of a dollar by assigning them household chores. When teens earn an allowance by doing things like mowing the lawn, cleaning their rooms, or even helping out with the shopping or cooking, it not only gives them a little extra pocket change but also helps build their self-esteem. That's a worthwhile goal. But one job that shouldn't be assigned to teenagers is performing technical maintenance on the family pool. Poo...

Having a backyard swimming pool is a luxury and a blessing. It provides a fun, refreshing place for you to relax with your family and friends. And it adds value to the resale value of your home. But as any pool owner can tell you, having a pool is not maintenance-free. Keeping your pool clean and safe requires constant care and attention. And while it can be a lot of work, all that effort pays off when you are enjoying your pool on a hot summer's day. Pool Resurfacing Boca Raton -- Pool Ca...

Installing a pool in your home's backyard is not a casual undertaking. The upfront construction costs of an in-ground pool can be substantial. Even an above ground pool can be costly to build. But the initial costs of having a pool built isn't the end of the expenses for homeowners. There are hidden costs that might not be immediately evident to anyone considering adding a pool to their home. Taxes and Insurance The first hidden expense is taxes. A pool can increase the value of your ho...

Having a backyard swimming pool can be essential when you live in South Florida. Having someplace you can go for a quick dip to escape the region's hot and humid weather can make living here easier. But one of the biggest problems with owning a pool is safety. A backyard swimming pool can be a hazard to people who don't know how to swim, to toddlers, and to pets. So it's essential that you supervise your pool to prevent accidents. The problem is that most people can't be there to watch the...

In-ground swimming pools need to be resurfaced periodically. How often depends on the type of pool you have. Cement pools need to be resurfaced approximately every 3 to 7 years. Fiberglass pools are more durable and require resurfacing every 15 to 30 years. It's a good idea to be proactive when it comes to resurfacing your pool. If you want until cracks, chips, or other problems appear on the pool's surface, it may be too late to prevent underlying damage. Pool Resurfacing Boca Raton --...

Enjoying your backyard swimming pool means relaxing in unguarded fun and frivolity. You and your family can let loose and truly enjoy yourselves when you are splashing around in your bathing suits. But when prying eyes intrude on your family time, it can put a damper on your fun. Private time with your loved ones should be just that: Private. So if your neighbors or even people just passing by on the street or sidewalk are watching you, it may be time to consider adding a pool fence. Pool ...

Swimming pools are built to last. Properly cared for and maintained, most in-ground swimming pools can last as long as the home itself. But the interior surface of the pool won't last forever. Eventually, after years of use, it may need to be resurfaced. So how can you tell if your backyard swimming pool needs to be resurfaced? Here are a few things to look for. Pool Resurfacing Boca Raton -- Leaking Water Perhaps the biggest indicator that pool resurfacing is in your short-term future ...

If you have a backyard swimming pool, you already have the ideal location for the summer party of the season. Invite your family, friends, and neighbors over for fun in the sun around your pool. But to make your party a smashing success, you need to have all the right ingredients. As one of South Florida's leading pool service companies, we've seen our share of awesome pool parties. So you can take us at our word when we tell you that they all have the same essentials in common: Food and drin...