Do you dread the holidays due to the five to 10 extra pounds you always seem to pack on? Do you wonder if there is any way around it except giving up all the special treats you look forward to all year ‘round? There might be something in your own backyard that could help stave […]
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The sunny days of summer are sadly behind us. We are spending more time inside as the temperatures cool and the days shorten. The long hours we spent out by the pool in the sunshine seem like a distant memory. As hard as it was to close up your pool for the season, you may […]
You may not be thinking of your pool and patio right now as the holidays approach. However, it will not be long before we are back to spending long hours by the pool with family and friends. Why not focus some of your holiday gift-giving on raising your warm weather outside time to new heights? […]
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It turns out that expressing appreciation and gratitude is good for us. Emotional health experts say when we identify what we appreciate in our lives, we become more focused on the positive and experience stronger feelings of well-being. In other words, we are happier. So, don’t save expressing your thanks just for the Thanksgiving table. […]
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One big change to come out of the pandemic is that many of us continue to work from home. We spend many hours each day sitting in one place staring at our computer screens. Our kids may be back at school, but the minute they get home, out come those electronic devices. Are you concerned […]
We have said goodbye to summer, and the last of the autumn leaves have fallen. Our swimming pools are closed up for the season, and it won’t be long before the first snowfall of winter is upon us. Maybe you think all you need to do is sit by the fire and sip warm beverages […]
If you have a hot tub, you know that it has a multitude of benefits. It relaxes you after a stressful day, helps you sleep better at night, soothes aches and pains, and even aids your cardiovascular health. But there may be an added advantage that your hot tub can offer. Your hot tub can […]
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Getting a hot tub was a great decision. You find yourself more relaxed; you are sleeping better, and you are using it to spend more quality time with your family. Your hot tub was a big investment, and you know it is meant to last for years. However, you may be wondering lately if you […]
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Is it your turn to plan date night this Friday? You’ve had a stressful day at work and the last thing you want to do is get dressed up and spend a lot of money at an expensive restaurant. You want to enjoy time with your special someone, but you are running on fumes. The […]
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If you think a swim spa is primarily meant for use during the warmer seasons of the year, you could be missing out. Ideally, we should maintain our level of fitness throughout the year, and using your swim spa for a cold-weather workout is a terrific way to do that. No more packing up your […]
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There are two kinds of people in the world, as Grandpa used to say: people who love to use their hot tub during the winter season, and those who don’t. Which are you? If you enjoy experiencing the therapeutic benefits of your spa when the temperatures dip, we have some tips for prepping your hot […]
Now that summer is drawing to a close, it is time to start thinking about getting our swimming pools ready for the winter season. Naturally, timing is important. In Illinois, folks typically close their pools when the temperatures are consistently below 65 degrees during the day. In order to keep your pool in the best […]
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No matter how much we love and enjoy our backyard swimming pools, most of us wouldn’t turn up our noses at a little help keeping them clean. To cut down on some of the work of maintaining our pools, many of us look to automatic pool vacuums to help out with the cleaning. There are […]
Are you wondering if a swim spa is the right fit for you? Are you debating the merits between swimming pools and swim spas? There are definite benefits to both choices, but your particular situation and desires can point you in a definite direction. Aqua Pools may have some answers that will help you decide […]
There are so many great reasons to use your hot tub. Some common objectives are to relax, reduce stress, ease joint pain, improve sleep, and more. That said, however useful its therapeutic benefits, it is important not to overuse the hot tub. Too much of a good thing? How could that be? Staying too long […]
The real estate market is booming these days. Have you recently purchased a new home? Perhaps you are in the process of searching for a new place to live. In either case, if the home has a swimming pool, you are going to need a professional pool inspection. Why is that? Firstly, the purpose of […]
Swim spas have become increasingly attractive to homeowners in the past few years. Perfect for those with a small yard, they are less expensive to install than a pool, are easy to maintain, and are less costly to operate than a full-sized pool. Best of all, swim spas provide some great year-round exercise options that […]
If you grew up having a pool in the backyard, you may have memories of your dad spending hours tending to it — skimming the surface, manually vacuuming it, endlessly fiddling with chemicals to get the water “just right”. You may have noticed that he barely got a chance to enjoy the pool due […]
When you consider ways to beat the heat during the summer, using your hot tub may not be the first thing to pop into your mind. However, we suggest that you give it some more thought. You could be missing out on some great opportunities to exercise, unwind, gain focus, soothe muscles, sleep better, and […]
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If you are interested in investing in your long-term health and fitness, a swim spa may be the place to start. A swim spa combines the therapeutic relaxation benefits of a hot tub and also the full-body workout of swimming. Terrific for anyone, but particularly for seniors and people recovering from joint surgery, a swim […]
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An automatic pool cover provides many benefits to the pool owner. They are extremely convenient, keep your pool cleaner, offer great safety protection, and are energy efficient. That said, they are also an investment that you will want to maintain with care to prolong not just the life of your cover but the life of […]
We are nicely launched into the summer season and the kids have been living in the pool. Life seems just about perfect until we hear the first whine of “I’m bored”. If your kids have tired of the pool toys and are looking for something new and fun to do, how about teaching them some […]
Have you struggled to find a form of exercise that you enjoy? Perhaps you have joined the gym countless times only to give up after a few weeks. Maybe those hundred-dollar running shoes are gathering dust in your closet. And you still have a muffin top and ten pounds to lose. If you have concluded […]
A Midwestern storm has the potential to be a major weather event. Typically these storms come with lightning, hail, heavy rain, high winds, and sometimes flash flooding. In July of 2012, the Chicago area was hit with a destructive thunderstorm that resulted in widespread power outages, downed trees, and wind damage. Obviously, we are powerless […]
Why not kick off summer with a 4th of July Swim Spa party? If you have a swim spa, you may view it as a place to relax or get some great exercise. However, it turns out a swim spa is also a terrific focal point for a summer party. Obviously, any party takes a […]
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Are you aware of the current chlorine shortage? Last year’s surge in the purchase of pools, hot tubs, and swim spas created a larger than ever demand for chlorine sanitizers. In addition, there was a disastrous fire that destroyed a major US chlorine-producing plant. That combination of events has led to an unprecedented shortage of […]
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A major recent trend in the pool business is the growth in popularity of fiberglass pools. There are multiple reasons for this, particularly in the Midwest, with its dramatic cycles of winter freezing and thawing. When you choose a durable fiberglass pool you pay less for maintenance and repairs over the years and spend more […]
Has it been a while since you have indulged yourself with a day of pampering at the spa? Don’t fret, we have some ideas on how you can spoil yourself with hours of pampering at a fraction of the cost you would pay in a fancy salon. Your home hot tub will be the focus […]
Now that is a frequently asked question, for sure. There are many advantages to purchasing an inground vinyl-lined pool, such as their affordability, their low maintenance, and their fast installation time. But what about that liner? The truth is, a vinyl liner should last 6-10 years. Some last longer (maybe even a lot longer), and […]
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Anyone who owns a pool has experienced the clamoring of kids wanting to know when they can swim after you have added chemicals. When being bombarded by impatient offspring, it is tempting to give in and say “go ahead, jump in” before the recommended amount of time has passed for safe swimming. The truth of […]
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Have you been missing getting together with friends? Now that restrictions are lifting all over the US, people are cautiously planning activities with others. We have a brilliant idea for you to not only get back in shape after putting on last year’s COVID 10 (pounds), but also enjoy an evening of pampering, post-workout. Your […]
Spring is here, and we are all eager to start regularly using our backyard pools. Opening our pools for the swimming season also means putting a maintenance program into place. How do you feel about maintaining your pool yourself? Perhaps being in the fresh air puttering around skimming leaves and balancing pool chemicals is something […]
Providing swim lessons at an early age is an excellent activity for kids of all ages. Swimming is a lifelong skill that gives a child the best kind of entertainment, fitness, and confidence. You may be wondering how you can teach this amazing aquatic skill in a safe and convenient place. However, the very tool […]
Having a pool in your backyard is one of the most satisfying things there is. It is a place to relax and unwind, to entertain, to exercise, to enjoy hours of fun with your family, and these days, even a place to work remotely. Chances are, if you maintain your pool yourself, you have a […]
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It’s that time of year we pool owners both look forward to and dread at the same time. We are so excited for pool season to begin again and to spend some time in the sun. On the other hand, we may be a bit anxious about what we will find when we remove that […]
From florals to fruits and everything in between, aromatherapy oils are extremely popular and seem to be in almost everything. That lavender shampoo, rose scented lotion, even the sandalwood candle on your mantle – all use oil derived from plants to create an enticing smell that leaves you walking on cloud nine. One of the […]
Once your new fiberglass pool is installed in the ground, you will be anxious to jump in and enjoy it. However, no matter how gorgeous your sparkling blue pool may be, it is the surrounding landscaping that provides the overall atmosphere and style that you have been dreaming of. What is your vision? Is it […]
Did you know that you can still meet your fitness goals right at home in your own backyard? Your swim spa is designed to blend the therapeutic benefits of a hot tub with a completely customizable aquatic exercise system. Investing in a swim spa is one of the best ways to improve your total body […]
Have you ever wondered how a rainstorm affects your water chemistry? The answer is that it depends on how much rain you get. A small amount of rainfall may have an immeasurable impact on your water’s balance. That being said, a prolonged or severe rainstorm may create issues that could render your pool unsafe for […]
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What? Hot tubs come with a choice of voltage? Most of us have no idea that voltage is actually one of the decisions that need to be made when purchasing a hot tub. We get mired down in the myriad of other fun choices we need to make: seating configurations, number of jets, LED lighting […]
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