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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...

Pools can be a lot of work, but they can be much easier to maintain when you have the right equipment! This Summer, take back control over your pool with these helpful tips on what equipment is worth the money! With so many options out there, it's hard to narrow down what you need. That's why The Pool Guy is here to help you sort it out! TriStar VS 950 Omni The first piece of equipment that you need to make sure you have in your lineup is the TriStar VS 950 Omni pump. This pump integrates seamlessly with other equipment in your pool and can even be managed with the help of your phone! The variable speed pump works with your pool equipment to bring you the best experience! This piece of pool equipment is available near Wooster and is a great investment in quality control!   HeatPro Heat Pump Gone are the days of swimming in a freezing cold pool, sucking all enjoyment from the day! With the HeatPro Heat Pump, you'll gain access to perfectly tempered water to maximize your e...

       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...

      Spring is on the horizon and the nasty weather of Winter is almost gone. Temperatures are rising and the sun is starting to peek behind the clouds. You know what that means? It may be time to take a dip in the pool! But don't rush into things just yet if your pool has been closed off for the winter. You'll have to do a little prep work first. Don't worry though, we're here to walk you through a few of the steps needed to reopen an inground pool.      Step #1: Check for Damage & Debris     Before you dive deep into the actual pool itself, it's best to check around the pool and survey the area for any debris. Things like leaves, overgrown trees and branches can be hazardous while also creating a big mess around your pool. If you have a deck, check that area out as well for any damage and wear and tear as to not cause any accidents. Pool equipment may have been damaged so any safety rails, ladders or diving boards/slides should be insp...

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...

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...