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You already know your pool has a pump, but do you really know what that pump actually does? You might be surprised! What Exactly Does a Pool Pump Do? Your pool pump is the heart of your pool and without it, it would die…so to speak. Just like a human heart, your pool’s heart (the …

When people think about getting a pool, they generally don’t think about sharing that pool with critters and other wild animals. However, having a pool also means performing pool maintenance and other preventive measures. Your crystal blue sparkling pool is sometimes too enticing for critters and wild animals to pass up. To them, it looks …

Technology has changed our lives in so many ways and now you can enjoy the convenience of controlling every aspect of your pool, spa, and landscaping features at your fingertips using the ScreenLogic Connect app. ScreenLogic is available to use on any iOS or Android device and can be downloaded for free on either Google …

Draining your in-ground pool can seem like quite the daunting task, however there are many reasons as to why you need to drain your pool regularly. With help from your local pool expert and a few simple(ish) steps, it can become an easy part of your regular pool maintenance habits. Why should you drain your …

Whether you are choosing a chemical type for your new pool or looking to switch over your current system, there are a few things to know about each. The two available chemical treatments to keep your pool sparkling clean are chlorine and bromine. Chlorine has been the tried and true treatment option for many years, …

Owning a pool for the first time can bring some unexpected tasks and responsibilities to keep up with if you want your pool to function flawlessly. You can’t just throw the garden hose in there and let it do its thing. As with any home fixture, pools require upkeep and maintenance. Below, you’ll find some …

At Foley Pools, we do everything that we can to ensure our clients enjoy their dream pools in the safest way possible. We’ve heard too many horror stories about something going wrong when cleaning filters. We wanted to write something up just to cover a couple of the basic hazards. While some clients may want …

Over the course of your pool’s life it’s natural for the tiles to begin to show signs of aging. Typically you’ll see fading and water stains. Some might even begin to crack and fall off. This is often due to water finding it’s way into the bed (the wall behind the tile) through small cracks. …