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  Pool liners can be a critical addition to your summer swimming plans.  If you've recently purchased a pool system or are looking into summer pool building plans, you might be a little lost on pool terminology. If you've asked, "What's a pool liner, and why do I need one?" we have the answers for you. Keep reading to learn more about why pool liners are important.  Pool liners are very useful tools that help prevent flooding and leaks: they keep the water in your pool and also add value to your pool in that they are aesthetically pleasing. They act as a barrier and also provide a soft cushion texture that is convenient if you often lean on a corner and rest your arms on the concrete during pool time. They last between 8-12 years on average, so a pool liner is a long-lasting and worthy investment if you've been losing a significant amount of water. Finally, pool liners add a more aesthetically pleasing value to your pool: this is an added bonus to its function...

Early spring is the best time to open your pool! It's time to peel back your pool cover and get ready for summer! Because algae thrive in temperatures of 65 degrees+, March is the best month to open your pool. So, how can you take care of your pool this spring? Here are seven steps:  1. Check the pool for signs of damage.  Even if your pool was covered in the winter, it's possible that severe weather could have caused cracks or other significant wear and tear. Also, check your pool pump for damages.  Contact a repair pro  as needed. 2. Clean your pool cover  One of the main purposes of a pool cover is to keep your pool free from any contaminants and debris. That debris could still be sitting on top, so rinse with a hose, and suck up any excess water with a pool cover pump.  3. Use your pool skimmer  Once you've cleaned, removed, and safely stored your pool cover, the next step is to remove floating debris. 4. Brush your pool's walls Pool walls should b...

  The Pool Guy offers winter swimming pool maintenance and repair to the Richland County area. Last month, we discussed how to properly take care of your hot tub for the winter season; But what about your pool? Is winter maintenance necessary for pools, too? Our answer is yes . In order to protect your pool equipment, regular maintenance in all seasons is necessary. To help you out this winter, we’ve put together some helpful information to keep in mind:  Pool covers are necessary for the winter To maintain your pool’s health, you’ll need to keep it covered. Doing so protects water from dangerous contaminants, debris, leaves, and snow and ice. In addition to using a pool cover, you’ll also want to regularly clean debris off of the cover. Too much weight on the pool cover can tear it or cause it to become detached, resulting in unclean water.  Watch out for freezing weather  Weather below 32 degrees Fahrenheit can potentially cause major plumbing issues and damage to ...

Hot tub service means a clean, relaxing pastime for your 2022 Do these cold months have you missing warm summer days in the pool, floating on a raft with the sun on your face? Call the Pool Guy at (419) 544-2881! We can start preparing your pool for opening in the spring, so you can get the most out of those sunnier months. In the meantime, enjoy your hot tub! Now’s the time to relax, and nothing says relaxation like the chill of winter on your back while warm water soaks into your sore, cold muscles. Hot tubs can be a great way to prevent muscle injuries during a hard day’s work, sweat out harmful toxins, and reduce cold symptoms. In order to enjoy those benefits, follow these tips:  Keep your water warm!  Jets are everyone’s favorite hot tub function, but use them for too long, and you’ll reduce the overall water temperature. For additional protection, invest in a quality covering that traps heat inside your tub, and regularly wipe it clean of snow.   Regulate water flo...

      It's that time of year again when the nights are starting to get cooler, the days are getting shorter, and it is harder to keep the temperature of your pool up. What you may not know, however, is that it isn't time to pack up your swim gear and close down the pool for the season just yet.      One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a pool owner is closing your pool too early. This is because the chemicals that you use to help preserve your pool over the winter are not meant to get hot. If there are still hot days on the forecast then the chemicals in your pool will be consumed much earlier causing issues when you go to reopen your pool next season. Because your chemicals have run their course faster than needed your pool can be susceptible to algae growth and staining. Not to mention it can make opening your pool next year a lengthy process due to the clean up it needs.      The trick to closing your pool is waiting until the ...

       Winter is still upon us as the snow piles high and the temperature drops into the negatives. No wonder you're daydreaming about being poolside with the sun beating down on you as the warm breeze blows. As the weather warms, and you get closer to turning that daydream into reality, keep The Pool Guy in Mansfield, Ohio in mind. We have a variety of services that can help to make sure that the reopening of your pool goes as smoothly as possible.      Whether you have damage to your pool or simply just want to replace what you already have with something new, The Pool Guy can help. We specialize in installation and repair of new liners for both above and in-ground pools and spas as well as green to clean water services and cleaning equipment, along with many other services. With this being said, using the effort of our skilled workers we can transform your pool or spa into the dream you have always wanted.     The Pool Guy has 4 liner coll...

If you have a pool or hot tub, you know the challenges of keeping them clean throughout the many seasons that happen each year. Even during consistent temperatures and humidity levels, your water can become dirty or full of algae, but that is preventable with consistent cleaning, which we will go over in this blog!  There are three major aspects to keeping your hot tub in good working order and those are circulation, cleaning and chemistry.  Circulation in your hot tub is very important as it ensures that your water is flowing through the filters in your pool, cleaning out the contaminants that may be found in your hot tub's water. Some hot tubs will have automatic circulation systems, but if they do not, starting your hot tub twice a day for 15 to 20 minutes will help your water stay moving and clean within your tub. Cleaning your hot tub is also very important to the health of your system. Scum buildup is common inside the tub so a weekly clean of the scum line in your wat...

An important part of owning your own personal pool is testing your pool water for multiple factors and chemical levels. You want to ensure that you prepared to perform each of these important tests to have the highest quality pool water possible in your pool. The four main tests that are used are pH, chlorine, Total Alkalinity and Calcium Hardness. pH is an important part of testing as it measures the acidity of the water found in your pool. Bad pH levels can render chlorine ineffective in disinfecting your pool, which is obviously bad for you and everyone who swims there. Ideally, your pool should be between 7.2 and 7.8 pH to have a balanced acidity in the water. Chlorine is another important chemical in your pool as it helps kill bacteria and keep your pool free of contaminants and viruses. Testing this will make sure that your pool is staying as clean as possible, chemically. In your pool, you should aim to have the chlorine levels at 1.0 to 2.0 ppm for the most effective disinfec...

Green water is a common occurrence in the lifecycle of a pool. Many times it may occur because of lack of use throughout multiple seasons or it can even appear overnight during the hot nights of the Summer as algae grows and spreads throughout the water. Usually this process is caused by an imbalance or lack of chlorine in the water that fights off the growth of algae in your pool. Here’s how to get your pool back to it’s crystal clear state !   - Chlorine Shock Treatment: Adding chlorine (amount depends on the size of your pool) to your water kills the algae and should help with color and cloudiness of the pool. If you used enough the water should begin to turn a lighter shade of green after shocking it. - Wait: After hitting your pool with a shock treatment you need to take time and wait with pump of your pool off. This will allow the algae to die and fall to the floor with no circulation, which could help some algae stay alive throughout the process. - ...

Tax time is here! Use your tax return to upgrade or repair your swimming pool this spring. The Pool Guy offers swimming pool liner installation and repairs. Liners are offered in several designs, allowing you to customize your pool to suit your unique tastes. Choose from one of our four collections, including five exclusive patterns. Give your swimming pool a brand-new life with a fresh pool liner from The Pool Guy! In this blog, we will be discussing how to choose the best liner for your pool. When choosing a new pool liner, you want to consider color and pattern. When choosing a new liner for your swimming pool, you must consider color and pattern! Choosing the right color for your pool doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff at The Pool Guy is here to assist you! We have a great selection of liner colors, ranging from neutral or earth-tone to a wide variety of blues. The only thing holding you back when it comes to choosing a color is your imagi...

Caring for your pool in the winter might seem silly, but it’s 100% necessary. After a long winter, you don’t want to open your pool to realize it’s damaged due to lack of care. You want to be able to take a dip on that first hot, summer day and enjoy yourself. We have some suggestions to make this your reality! Check out these winter tips to make sure that your pool is in tip-top shape for when the warmer weather returns. Winter pool care tips that will set you up for success!  Remove all water from your pool, ideally before freezing temperatures arrive. If there is any excess water left in the pool during the harsh winter months, the pipes could crack. You certainly do not want to have to deal with cracked pipes. We recommend using a shop vac or a sump pump. Taking preventative steps here is worth the time and money to save time and money in the long run.  Find a properly fitted safety cover for your pool. You want a quality cover that is created for the pool of the...