If there’s one season known for fun, it’s summer. The long days and warm weather allow you to spend more time outdoors with friends and family. For a lot of people, summer also means spending more time by the swimming pool. While everyone enjoys having a fun day by the pool, it’s important to take […]
How to Remove Pool Stains
While having a pool during the summer is a nice luxury here in Tucson, it’s not without its maintenance challenges. From adding chlorine, to covering it, to balancing the pH levels, to cleaning it, a pool requires significant upkeep. This includes taking care of stains. Despite your best efforts, it’s possible your pool will develop […]
How to Fix High and Low Pool pH
Summer in the Southwest means sizzling temperatures—and, if you’re fortunate enough to have one, some time by your pool. But to make sure it’s ready for swimmers, you’ll have to perform some swimming pool maintenance. Maintaining your pool’s pH level is one of the most important ways to care for it. The pH scale is […]
Should I Skim Dead or Decaying Leaves?
When you own a pond in Tucson, AZ, there’s plenty of pond maintenance that must be done. If you’re familiar with the bacteria in your pond, you might assume the helpful bacteria will break down any organic material that happens to fall into your pond—including dead and decaying leaves. While it’s true that helpful bacteria […]
Should I Get an Aeration Device?
There’s a lot that goes into pond maintenance in Tucson, AZ. If you’re new to owning a pond, you might be wondering whether you need an aeration device. Although you don’t need one in general, if you’re going to stock your pond with fish or plants, it’s a good idea. Not only do fish need […]