Archive for the ‘Pool Maintenance’ Category

Having a pool is a barrel of fun, but there is maintenance involved.  Responsible pool ownership requires vigilance and attention to detail. What happens if you have never owned a pool before, or if your pool is so old that what used to work just doesn’t anymore? If you find yourself asking frequent questions about your pool but receiving very little in the way of answers, you should call Purewater […]

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 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 […]

Life can be pretty hectic. From deadlines at work, to keeping up with your kids’ hockey, soccer, T-ball, dance, and karate schedules – when you finally get home in the evening, relaxation should be a priority. That’s why when you’re a pool owner, hiring a professional to take care of the maintenance just makes sense. You don’t need to waste the limited time you have for relaxation on pool upkeep. […]

The warmer weather is just around the corner, and that means you’re closer to some long awaited pool time here in Ottawa. But if you’re dreading those inevitable tasks that come each year with that grand pool opening, then maybe it’s time you consider booking a Purewater pool opening. Getting your pool prepped and ready for the summer can be both thrilling and daunting. If you’re someone who tends to […]