Author Archives: Stephanie

  • 10 Tips for Before and After Closing Your Pool

    It’s that sad time of the year again, time to start prepping to close the pool down.  Ugh!  We had a late start, but the weather in July and August more than made up for it.  Hopefully you all made it through Hurricane Dorian without too many issues.   Here are a few helpful tips […]

  • Swim for Your Life

    Pool time is great exercise to improve physical and mental health. Hitting the pool can provide even better exercise than hitting the gym. The combination of buoyancy that support your muscles and joints, resistance that tones and defines your muscles, and immersion that engages the whole body makes the swimming pool an accessible source of […]

  • Heat up your Summer!

    Is the temperature of your pool making you feel more like you’re doing a New Years Day Polar Dip instead of being enveloped into the warm waters of your vacation paradise? Let’s talk about the different options available to heat your pool so you can dive in for some relaxation and fun this season. Liquid […]

  • What You Need to Know About Swimming Pool Fences

    Finally, we can enjoy the pool after a very rainy spring! When you opened your pool this season, did you remember to do a safety check of your yard? How are your pool fence and gate? Whether you have owned a pool for years, or are first time pool owners, it is your responsibility to ensure […]

  • Safety Tools for the Pool

    No one wants to think about safety when the weather is hot and humid, we all just want to jump on the nearest inflatable swan and enjoy the gentle sway of the water. By planning for safety ahead of time, you will be prepared should the need arise.  The old saying – it is better […]

  • 5 Safety tips when kids are around your swimming pool

    When it comes to children and water, most have no fear!  It is important to ensure that every child in the home, whether they live in the house or are just visiting, understands the rules around your swimming pool.  Here are 5 safety tips that every pool owner should read. 1.  Teaching children to swim […]

  • What’s new for 2019 at R&R Pools

    Welcome to the 2019 Pool Season!  We can’t wait to get started.  If you’re counting the days, as we are, here is a little something for you to read over while we anticipate the warmer weather. Here are a few of the changes in store for our clients this season!!! We are saying goodbye to […]

  • Need a Sand / Glass Change? DIY Today!

    How to Change the Sand / Glass in your Filter The silica sand in your filter should be changed every 3 to 5 years. Recycled glass should be changed every 7 to 10 years.  An inefficient filter will require frequent backwashing as well as a higher consumption of chemicals. TIP – Changing the sand in the […]

  • Pool Opening Tips

    It’s time to begin prepping! With summer not too far away, everyone is starting to think about opening their pool, but before you do, remember to prepare and ensure everything is in good condition at least a week before beginning.  This will provide you with enough time to contact your local pool professional if there […]

  • March Break Madness

    March break can be a time of madness while everyone tries to make plans, follow plans, change plans, cancel plans, rework plans, make plans for plans… the list can go on.  March Break should be a time for family to be together, for students to have fun while parents relax.  For everyone to take a […]