Archive for the ‘Pools’ Category

When it comes to closing your pool, it can be a daunting and messy process. You’ve got to do it right, and you can’t miss a step, even though you’d rather be relaxing inside watching Sunday afternoon football and enjoying pumpkin spice everything. Fortunately, you can hire a professional, who, with the right equipment and expertise, will do the job right for you so you don’t have to lift a […]

With the kids now back in school and everyone back to their regularly scheduled programming, you’ve got to ask: is it closing time? Just because the summer break is done it doesn’t mean you need to pack up the fun as well. If you’re feeling unsure about keeping your pool open for a little while longer, here are few good reasons why you should keep the good times rolling: Embrace […]

With Ottawa experiencing moderate drought conditions this summer, being water wise is as important as ever. As a pool owner, it is essential that you practice water conservation techniques to help the planet…and your wallet. With these few easy steps, you can enjoy all a backyard pool has to offer and do your part to help the environment at the same time: Use Pool Covers This may seem like a […]

Taking care of a pool comes down to science. It really is all about chemistry and physics. For many of us, years removed from high school science classes, it’s not as simple as it should be.  Often, customers come into our store with misconceptions about how to maintain their pool. Sometimes it’s something they learned on the internet, sometimes advice from a neighbour or friend. Whatever the source, if it’s […]

If you suspect your pool has plumbing problems, it’s important to get it addressed as soon as possible so that you and the family can make the most out of your pool this summer. Since your pool contains thousands of gallons of water, it’s not always easy to determine if there is a problem, and when a problem is left unattended it could just exacerbate the situation. With that in […]

Your pool is important to you. It provides you the backyard summer escape you’ve always dreamed about. Your kids love the pool, your neighbors love the pool, but after all of those bodies jump in and out you may begin to wonder how clean your pool actually is. Sometimes the water looks a little off, giving you a pretty clear indication something is amiss, but sometimes a pool can be […]

You always knew a pool would require work and attention. Suddenly you find your weekends are filled with fretting over chemical levels, losing sleep over the leak you know is there somewhere, and the thought of algae gives you nightmares. Don’t let pool maintenance take the fun out of your summer! Allow Purewater to be your pool saviour and take away all your pool-related stress so you can dive in […]

It’s finally summertime and if the weather cooperates you can expect to be using your pool almost every day. A backyard pool party and barbecue can be the perfect escape from a long work week, but what happens if your pool isn’t quite looking as clean and pristine as you had hoped? It’s not fun to play “identify the floating object” as you’re swimming the breast stroke, and you certainly […]

Give your pool a facelift to make the most of your fun in the sun this summer! A few small updates can transform a humdrum pool area into the luxurious backyard oasis of your dreams. Begin thinking about how you could transform your pool area with these five popular renovations. Update Your Pool Liner Replacing your pool liner is a simple way to update a tired outdoor space. With a […]

Swimming pools and hot tubs exude a sense of luxury and comfort. Now imagine the two combined. Introducing swim spas – the next awesome trend in home leisure. With integrated propulsion current, a swim spa allows you to enjoy the bubbly comfort of a hot tub with the ability of exercise and movement of a swimming pool – the best of both worlds. How Does It Work? If you’re looking […]