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Back To School

debbie — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:09:36 +0000

 I cannot believe it is already time for the children to go back to
school.  I never did like it when my children were school age and now
that my daughter is a teacher I still dread this time of year.  To me
it is an end of the time my daughter and I are off on the same days
and also the end her extra time with my granddaughter.
     Now is also the time that many people with pools start to think about
closing their pools.  For those with an aboveground pool it is not a
difficult task to tackle themselves.  Our website has a "how to"
section under the "tips" heading.  Many inground pool owners opt to
have their pool closed by a professional.  It saves them time,
especially if they have a safety cover.  It also assures the owner
that the job will be done correctly with no frozen pipes,pumps or
filters.  This gives the owner a little extra peace of mind over the
next three seasons

Cincinnati Reds Discussions

scott — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:37:31 +0000

During slow periods the staff of Eastgate Pools likes to discuss potential strategy and player moves we might suggest for the organization. Whether to keep Arthur Rhodes in the closing spot or who the starting center fielder should be. Every day after a game, guaranteed, at least 10 minutes is dedicated to the finer nuances of the previous nights game. So, as the Reds make the final push for a playoff spot, and you happen to be in our store, if you are looking for some small talk you won’t have to try hard if you talk Reds baseball.

Above Ground Liner Rehang Hint

max — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:16:21 +0000

If you are changing your above ground pool’s liner, we offer a step-by-step guide to do it right. Go to: http://www.eastgatepools.com/tips/linerinstall.htm

BIG HINT: If you have a sand base under the liner, make sure you compress the sand thoroughly on the coves. If you don’t, you will get little pieces of sand roll up between the liner and the wall when the cove compacts from the weight of the water. These pieces are then trapped, and when you vacuum the pool, the vac head brushes up against the liner and trapped sand. This causes tiny pinholes that will ultimately lead to rust and wall failure. Pack that sand. The last step should be to wash down the inside wall. Make sure to attach the spray nozzle so that you have a gentle stream of water, not a full blast that would wash the sand away. –Max

Tanning Bed Liquidation Special

max — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 19:33:33 +0000

We did it—again! A major east coast retailer decided to get out of the tanning bed business so we bought up everything they had. If you have been looking for a great deal on a quality in-home tanning system, we have six models to choose from. With both traditional beds and free-standing tanning booths, they will go fast. Many were floor demos and may have some small scratches and blemishes, but so what? All are new and have full warranty and are top-notch units. Don’t miss out though. Today’s great deal is tomorrow’s missed opportunity.

Sorry But We Do Not Clean Pools

service — Thu, 06 May 2010 19:43:18 +0000

I get lots of people call and think that pool ‘service’ means we vacuum pools and clean out debris. Just to let you know, this is not a service we provide. But if you need motor, filter, or real service work performed, we may be able to help. And I’ll stack my service personnel against anyone in the area. They’re good at their jobs. – Service

Algae

max — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:22:10 +0000

There is a commercial on TV right now where a scientists states that he “…loves algae—blue, green, yellow—very beautiful and actually good for our environment.” I do not doubt that he is correct as it reduces CO2 for our planet and that is a good thing.

But if you have a swimming pool, it is the LAST thing you’ll want to see. There is nothing ‘pretty’ about algae in a pool. If you give us the chance, we can help you avoid these pretty colors. Bring us a water sample from your pool and we will do our best to keep your water shining and clear—drinking water quality. Our testing technology is unsurpassed in the area and there is a reason we inherit many of our competitors’ customers. Not to be arrogant about it but we know what we are doing and I am confident we can help if you are having issues. –Max

Solar Covers

thomas — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:20:05 +0000

I know many of you may hate the fact that you have to drag your solar cover off every time you use the pool and put it back on after you are done. It can be dirty and many times you will also be wet. The one thing I will tell you about the process is that it will save you a ton of money. It will hold your heat in, which will make swimming more comfortable. It will cut down on evaporation and not mention how much you will save in chlorine. Take the time and save yourself some money this year.

Thomas

The Blues Brothers Plus Laurel And Hardy – They’re Here!

max — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:43:46 +0000

Okay – not really, but we do have a new line of decorative figurines so you can take them home with you. We even have a designer chicken that holds a platter. You can put whatever you want on the platter and I’ll bet your neighbor doesn’t have one! –Max

Don’t Pump YOur Pool Dry

max — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 19:22:45 +0000

Winter covers get pinholes in them. Sorry but it happens. When people pump water off their covers, pool water frequently gets pulled through the cover. This gives a false leak worry. Remember that just because the water level in the pool seems to be too low, it does not mean you have a leak. Check your water level when you get the cover off. If it continues to drop you have a leak. If not, you might want to consider a new winter cover this fall. –Max

Attention: Pool Owners With Mesh Safety Covers

chris — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 15:13:59 +0000

As you know the weather in Cincinnati is about as predictable as a teenagers mood. With this being said with the recent rise in temperature it may have caught you off guard and unready to open your pool. However, I would suggest opening as rapidly as possible to prevent potential problems. With the rising temperatures and sunshine this will heat the water up, and allow algae growth at a rapid rate. In order to prevent this open the pool and get it up and circulating and chemicals into the system. By not doing this you will have a significantly higher amount of work to do in order to clear the water. I also recommend bringing a water sample in, to have it tested and balanced. Just some food for thought.