Almost half of the pools tested through the summer 2011 Healthy Pools campaign showed improper water chemistry. Approximately 1,500 pools were tested and results showed that 47 percent of pools had pH outside the recommended range of 7.2-7.8 and 54 percent had free chlorine values outside the recommended range of 1-3 parts per million. The  Read More

The most important thing you can do when searching for your pool is to find a reputable, experienced and knowledgeable builder. An established, qualified builder will be ready, willing and able to talk you through construction plans, budget and scheduling and answer all of your questions before beginning construction of your pool. The Association of  Read More

THE INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE APPENDIX G CODE REQUIREMENTS for  all swimming pools over 24″ deep:                                      SELF-CLOSING AND SELF-LATCHING GATES (for backyard fence) REAR DOOR ALARMS IN ACCORDANCE WITH UL 2017 (back door of house) POOL LADDER STEPS SHALL BE SECURED, LOCKED, OR REMOVED. POOL SITE FINAL INSPECTION REQUIRED! HOMEOWNER MUST BE AVAILABLE TO DEMONSTRATE TO INSPECTOR The  Read More