Updating your pool can mean replacing old, outdated tile or coping, swapping out tired equipment for new, or replacing your marcite pool surface. The first thing you want to find is a reliable contractors or installers. There are independent contractors who will only do your tile, maybe include your coping if you decide to do […]
As most of the midwest lies buried beneath several inches of snow and brutally cold temperatures as forecast in the coming days, I’m sure most of us are dreaming of heat and sun; the beautiful blue of a sparkling swimming pool. Well dream on, at least for a few months more, but more importantly, why […]
We can’t believe it, but summer is already coming to a close. Our schedule is already starting to fill up with closings, and we get more and more calls each day. We’re also getting lots of calls about safety covers. If you’re interested in a safety cover, now is the time to call! It typically […]
Get the scoop on in-floor cleaning systems. Al explains what they are, how they work, and why he loves them.
In-floor heating and cleaning systems are an incredible advancement in the swimming pool industry, and they make swimming pool maintenance so much easier. While they have been popular in warmer climates for several years, they have yet to gain much momentum in freeze-thaw areas like Michigan. Al Curtis, Ask the Pool Guy, has found a […]
What’s the difference between a regular pool cover and a safety cover? A typical solid vinyl pool cover is little more than a tarp to put over your pool. Typically it is anchored with water bags or water tubes. The tubes are filled with water, which does freeze during the winter. It is common that […]
Vinyl Liner Install Q&A Question Emailed to Ask The Pool Guy: I have a true L residential pool that is 41 ft long and 16 ft. Wide in the 8ft. Deep end and 26 ft. Wide in the shallow end. I plan on having it installed in the spring and would like a price and […]
Legendary Escapes & Ask the Pool Guy Building Pools that match your Personality Our award winning specialty process of Hybrid Pools (gunite/vinyl in combination) is putting Al Curtis & Ask The Pool Guy in the spotlight. You can view the most recent projects on our Facebook Page: www.Facebook.com/AskThePoolGuy Service Notes This summer, once again, Al’s […]
Question: Hi, I just ordered the Ferri-Iron Tabs after doing a web search for Iron removal and I have a few questions about it, I’m hoping these will save our pool! Here’s the background: We purchased our home in January with an existing 20,000 gal in-ground vinyl lined pool with a salt system. We have had issues […]
Question: HI, I have a 35,000 gallon pool that I am looking to switch over to salt water. I just had a few question. Seeing that it looks like with that type of system your pump needs to be on a timer and I use my pump all day when in use to run water […]
