It’s tough to think about pool maintenance for the off-season, especially if the pool is unheated. While it is true that lower temperatures and lack of occupants help keep the water clean and balanced, a winter pool still requires attention and a watchful eye. Paying closer attention is especially wise as the weather changes or during a rainy week.

When adding chemicals or water to the pool, it is convenient to know is the number of gallons your pool will hold. Because pool chemicals are added based on the amount of water in the pool, knowing the size of your pool can be useful information.

Whether the season is gearing up or winding down, pool safety gear should be checked frequently to be sure it’s in good condition. Safety is a state of mind, awareness, and constant vigilance of children and pets. But, as a pool pro, I can also tell you that having the right safety equipment also goes a long way in preventing and averting tragedies. So, today we’re going to look at some pool equipment which will keep your pool and swimmers safe.

The summer is winding down, and the kids are spending their last few days having fun in the pool before school starts. As pool professionals, we'd like to remind pool owners about the practices which can cause shallow water blackout.

One of the things which can happen that requires immediate attention is a pool leak. Pool leaks can originate in the lines or the shell, but whichever is the cause, they need to be found without delay. Sometimes, a pool leak is visible, but other times, the homeowner or pool pro may need to look for signs.

If a swimming pool isn’t properly cleaned, can it make swimmers sick? Today we’re going to examine some diseases which are inherent to pools which aren't cleaned well, or in which swimmers haven’t taken precautions.

Beautiful pools can turn slimy, grimy, and ugly fast. Aside from the leaves and other random debris that can be easily cleaned with a pool skimmer, the #1 unsightly issue with pools is a water line that forms around the edge at the waterline. It’s a common problem with pools across the nation, and a particular pool maintenance concern.

For decades, chlorine was the only way to keep bacteria from taking over a pool. It comes in liquid, granular, or tablet form. But, chlorine products are toxic, caustic, and stinky. They can irritate the eyes and make hair turn an odd shade of green.

One of the big users of water in a residential area is a swimming pool. But. pool ownership doesn’t necessarily mean that a homeowner has to incur huge water bills. Wise pool maintenance habits keep a water bill down and still offer a clear, sparkling pool.

Hot tubs are a delight, and there are few things which are quite as relaxing and enjoyable as a soak in a hot tub. But there are safe ways to enjoy a hot tub, and then there are some things you shouldn’t do. Here, we give you some ways to keep yourself and your family safe in a hot tub:

AVIR stands for Aquatic Victim Instead of Rescuer Syndrome. It is a common condition in which a rescuer attempts to save a drowning victim, only to be drowned themselves.

Did you ever wonder how swimmers can affect your Safety Harbor or Clearwater pool? In the ordinary course of pool usage, swimmers deposit materials such as lotions and sun tanning products into the pool.

What is pool ownership? In Clearwater and Safety Harbor, owning a pool is a joy and responsibility. Since we deal with pools and pool owners on a regular basis, we are in a unique position to see the mistakes pool owners frequently make.

The heat is going to be finally warming us up here in the Safety Harbor and Clearwater area soon. With rising temperatures come the longer daylight hours, which brings on the busy time of year for pool maintenance. Pool and spa owners have to be ever-diligent to keep their pool clean.

Dog Days Pool Service customers always have tons of swimming pool questions with their pools in the How-To’s and What-Not-To’s in keeping their pools clean. Pool cleaning and pool maintaining in Clearwater and Safety Harbor is by no means an easy task.

The age old question to house hunters looking for their dream home is whether or not they are going to have the perfect location for a future swimming pool. Some house hunters are already looking to find homes that have swimmings pools or natural swimming pools already in the backyard. That takes out the fun in having your own customized pool, right?

A swimming pool is a luxury many families dream of having in Clearwater and Safety Harbor. Also those that are in need to maintain their pools on their busy days, Dog Days Pool Service will alleviate the headaches. Those who are fortunate enough to have one to enjoy, should treat it with care by having Dog Days Pool Service clean and maintain it regularly.

Swimming pool finances affect a lot of people in more ways then one. A lot of home owners wonder what it would cost to own a pool or build a pool. To tell you the truth it’s not cheap. Swimming pool finances can either make you or break you depending on your living cost and your current status of employment.

Dog Days Pool Service has been in the business since 1995, and we have seen and experienced everything. Do it yourself projects that have gone wrong, following tutorials on how to clean your pool but failed to follow the directions (or followed the wrong person on YouTube or Google).

What’s cooler than having a pool? – Pool Landscaping! Having some character or some greenery around your pool area creates a cooling environment of forest-plant like landscape. Now it’s time to accessorize! Adding touches of landscaping and decorating is a great way to personalize your pool area. There are so many ways you can do this – with patio furniture, rock gardens, fountains, trees and flowers, and etc.