Swimming in your backyard pool in the fall can be the best time of all if you keep your water temperature at a comfortable level and your pool free from debris. At Anchor Pools & Spas, we can help you maintain your pool so that your swimming time in autumn keeps you comfortable and increases … [Read more...] about Fall Swimming Season
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How Heat Changes Pool Chemistry
Diving into the pool on a hot, sunny day can be a treat if the pool water is clean, clear, and cool. When chlorine levels dip, you may be diving into green, cloudy pool water which is not only uninviting, but also unhealthy. At Anchor Pools & Spas, we recognize the affect heat has on your pool … [Read more...] about How Heat Changes Pool Chemistry
Pool Safety Tips for Children
A backyard pool provides hours of fun and exercise for children of all ages. Unfortunately, it can also be a place ripe for the occurrence of a tragedy. Every day across the nation, two children under the age of 14 lose their lives by drowning in a backyard pool. Anchor Pools & Spas has some … [Read more...] about Pool Safety Tips for Children
Caring for Your Pool in Hot Weather
You may have settled on a good routine for caring for your backyard swimming pool, so it is always ready for friends and family to take a dip. But hot weather presents a challenge. Chemicals may need adjusting and algae loves to grow and flourish in hot weather. At Anchor Pools & … [Read more...] about Caring for Your Pool in Hot Weather
Labor Day Party Tips
Labor Day is one of the most popular holidays for backyard pool owners to have a party. It can be a wonderful day, with guests raving about how much fun it was, or a day that is not-so good; a day that leaves guests vowing never to come to your home again for a pool party. How it goes depends on … [Read more...] about Labor Day Party Tips
The Benefits of Swimming
Summer and swimming go together. It’s difficult to think of one without the other. There is more to swimming than just cooling off. To get the most out of swimming in a backyard pool, Anchor Pools & Spas will maintain your pool so the water sparkles and the chemical balance provides you and your … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Swimming
Mosquitos and Swimming Pools
You surely have experienced the discomfort of slapping away a mosquito that buzzed by your ear or landed on your body to take a bite. People wearing dark clothing who are moving about under the light of a full moon are the most likely mosquito feeding targets. Stagnant swimming pools often become … [Read more...] about Mosquitos and Swimming Pools
Does Rain Affect Your Pool Water?
A powerful rainstorm does more than fill your pool with excess water. It changes the pH and alkalinity levels and dilutes other chemicals added to the water. It also introduces algae that is air born. In addition, debris is swept into the pool that has a negative effect on the water in … [Read more...] about Does Rain Affect Your Pool Water?
Dogs and Swimming Pools
Dogs and swimming pools are not a natural mix. Contrary to popular myth, not all dogs can swim. In fact, every year, more than 5,000 pets drown in backyard swimming pools. If you have a dog who routinely goes into your backyard and has access to your pool, Anchor Pools & Spas has some … [Read more...] about Dogs and Swimming Pools
How Can I Protect My Hair, Eyes and Skin While Swimming?
Myth: Chlorine is the Culprit People often assume they will have irritated eyes and skin and possibly green hair after swimming in a backyard pool. They erroneously think the problem is too much chlorine in the water. In fact, the opposite may be true. The pool may need more chlorine! Skin and … [Read more...] about How Can I Protect My Hair, Eyes and Skin While Swimming?
