Memorial Day weekend is almost here, the first long holiday weekend of the summer. For many it’s the first chance to open or use their backyard pool and invite friends and family over for a cookout. But, it’s important to make sure safety doesn’t get lost in all the poolside fun.

According the American Red Cross, knowing what to have on hand and what to do in an emergency is key to safety.…

Managing your pool’s chlorine level becomes a hassle when you have to purchase, transport, store, handle and manually add harsh chemicals. But, with advanced equipment like a salt chlorinator you’ll have everything you need at home and chemical addition will be automatic and precise every time…saving you money, headaches and time.

What is a Salt Chlorinator?

Products like the…

As we are all becoming aware of the importance of energy conservation many steps are being taken by the government and also the swimming pool industry to become more “green”.  This gives the consumer a greater efficiency in heating and also lowers the cost to heat their pools.  This direction has led many…

Like any muscle in our body, the heart needs exercise too. Aerobic exercises like swimming and running are the best type of workouts for your heart. Aerobic exercises help strengthen your heart, reduce blood pressure and lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.

What makes swimming such a wonderful option is the low impact it places on joints. Swimming is a non-weight-bearing exercise, so it’s good for fit people as well as the overweight and those with injuries, disabilities, and…

Before You Sign a Contract

Meet with and interview your perspective builders in person. Asking them key questions will help you judge their business, competence, commitment, and credibility. Signing up with a pool builder is like any other contract; you need to be comfortable with the terms. These 10 questions should give you insight into the person and company you are about to hire.

The Questions to Ask

1.  How many years have you and your business been…

Customer installed 1st Screen Logic 2 on replacement of Hayward automation system and not only sent pictures of pad was so impressed with new software texted and called me was so excited and impressed.

In preparation for the summer, don’t forget to safeguard your pool and family. It’s critical to inspect your pool safety equipment and remind every family member and guest, especially children, about water safety.  Although safety is critical all year long, May through August drowning incidents increase 89 percent according to Safe Kids USA.

One Extra Step Can Make All the…

Sanford, N.C. -- Consumers on staycations like to spend time at pools, parties and eating out, and the majority of them plan their local adventures to save money and avoid high gas prices, according to a recent survey of consumers at Pentair Aquatic Systems' social community, PoolFYI.

While the idea of a staycation varies among families, the survey's results…

May 6-12 is National Pet Week, a time where all pet owners can spend a little extra time with our furry friends, thanking them for their unconditional love and companionship. Owning a pet is a special privilege, and lots of us are lucky to own at least one pet. In fact, over 63%…

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Asking a question on one of Poolfyi’s many forums is a great way to get informative answers from Pentair Technicians, pool professionals and pool owners. From asking for advice to troubleshooting equipment, there are numerous possibilities for you to use the Poolfyi forums to your advantage.

Start by making sure you are logged in at Poolfyi.

1.   On any…

The attraction of fire is undeniable. And with so many unique and beautiful options now available, it’s no wonder fire elements are one of today’s hottest trends in swimming pool and landscape design.

A Mesmerizing Design Feature that Everyone Enjoys

Fire elements in…

Do you study up before stopping out at your local pool store?

How often do you shop? We'd like to know!…

This is a classic pool game! Designate one person as “it”. That player closed their eyes and count to ten while the other participants try to “hide” by swimming away in the pool. When the count is up, the “it” tries to find the other players.

To help find them, “it” can call out “Marco” and the other players have to respond with “Polo”.

When someone is tagged, they become the new “it” and the game starts over.

Back to Main …

Summer is just around the corner (it has been winking at many of us on the east coast).  Be ready to entertain family and friends with a pool that is ready. 

Be sure your equipment is working properly. At the start of the season, have a licensed pool professional evaluate the function of your equipment. 

• Pumps should have seals replaced and filters should be cleaned thoroughly. 
• Replace DE or Sand as needed.  If you have a cartridge…

As we continue the countdown to summer, (most people count the beginning of summer as Memorial Day), many pool owners have already opened their pool for swim season or are in the beginning stages of prepping the water for optimum swim time.

As a pool owner, you’ve already made the best investment of a…

High-Definition Lighting That Lasts

The growing popularity of color-changing LED lighting for pools and spas is primarily due to the brilliant-lighting effects of newer systems. The difference between old technology (incandescent) pool lighting and LED pool lighting is like comparing a standard definition television to a high-definition television—the colors and visual quality are simply stronger, brighter and more appealing.

Many pool owners also choose LED pool…

Builder Spotlight: Rick Chafey of Red Rock Pools and Spas

Metro Phoenix, Arizona

A member of PoolFYI since April 2010,…

Join us in congratulating Laurie Buchman for winning the $100 Gift Card in our recent Staycation Survey Drawing! 

Thanks to all for participating in the PoolFYI survey! Check out the results here!…

Is there a benefit to letting the pump rest on a daily basis or is 24/7 ok?  If I let it rest for say six to eight hours will this help the life of the pump?  Secondly, if the pump shuts down it runs at a priming speed for a short time, does this negate the power savings of leaving it off for a period of time?

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Going green has become a necessary and innovative trend in the last five years…doing more with less. It just makes sense to reduce, reuse and recycle, not only for our environmental impact but for the impact on our wallets. But have you ever thought about ways to go green in your pool?…