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Can I install an On Ground Pool Myself
Author: Brian Lane
Date: December 15, 2021
Posted In: On Ground Pools, General
Ever wonder how to install an on ground pool? If the thought of undertaking such a task seems daunting, don’t let it.
It’s not all that difficult and the skill set needed for on ground pool construction isn’t much more than basic construction. So, can I really install this pool myself? Yes, You Can.
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Measuring Swimming Pool Radius Corners
Author: Staff
Date: February 2, 2016
Posted In: General, Inground Pools
This is a general overview of how to calculate the 'corner' radius of an inground swimming pool. You may need to know the pools' corner radius if you are purchasing a new pool vinyl liner or swimming pool winter safety cover. This is a real simple thing to do and shouldn't take any longer than 15 minutes for one person.
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Inground Pool Construction Information
Author: Brian Lane
Date: February 2, 2016
Posted In: Inground Pools, General
There are a lot of questions homeowner's ask about installing an inground pool which is why we created this repository of pool construction information in a question answer format. After decades of construction the one thing we know for certain is that not all pool installations are the same. In fact 99.9% of all installations are different primarily due to the condition of the yard, skill set and shape of pool. Though the vast majority of installations are different the construction questions asked generally can be answered in very similar ways.
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Installation Costs for Inground Pools
Author: Brian Lane
Date: January 26, 2016
Posted In: Inground Pools, General
What are the Installation Costs for Inground Pools?
One of the greatest hold backs for getting a swimming pool is the purchase and installation cost. There's the cost of the swimming pool itself, then cost of installing the pool. Let's take some time and look at the cost considerations of purchasing and building a swimming pool...
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The Proper Steps for Winterizing a Swimming Pool
Author: Brian Lane
Date: December 30, 2015
Want a hassle free, easy spring opening? Properly winterizing your swimming pool can help ensure an easy pool opening every spring. You're not just closing your pool for the season, you're really preparing it for the next pool opening.
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Merlin Smartmesh Pool Safety Covers are the ultimate pool safety cover
Author: Brian Lane
Date: September 29, 2015
Want to get swimming sooner? The patented SmartMesh safety pool cover features a high-tech weave that allows water to pass through while blocking sunlight and filtering debris to 40 microns! Without sunlight, algae can’t grow, so you’ll open your pool to cleaner water in the spring, maintain your pool with greater ease, spend less on chemicals and extend its life.
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