Swimming Pool Discounters

A robotic pool cleaner is a convenient piece of pool equipment to have. Robotic pool cleaners have a variety of benefits, and they are easy to install, cheap to use and even reduce the strain on your filtration system. At Swimming Pool Discounters, we’ve put together a guide on the benefits of using a robotic … Continue reading "Robotic Pool Cleaners: Are They Worth it?"

With winter right around the corner in Pittsburgh, it’s time to start preparing to close and winterize your above ground pool. One of the biggest things you will need is a proper winter pool cover. To help you choose the right cover, Swimming Pool Discounters has created a pool cover guide! Follow these tips for … Continue reading "Choosing A Winter Pool Cover For Your Above Ground Pool"

With fall approaching quickly, it’s time to prepare your pool for the end of the season. One major step you need to take when closing your pool is to blow out the pool lines so they are winterized. At Swimming Pool Discounters, we’ve put together a guide on how to blow out your pool lines. … Continue reading "How to Blow Out Pool Lines For Your Winter Closeout"

When it comes to caring for your above ground pool, there are many similarities to maintaining an inground pool with a few key differences such as: The size of the pool Equipment capacity Type of liner Since an above-ground pool has a vinyl liner, you will need to take special care of the liner to … Continue reading "Above Ground Pool Maintenance"

While caring for your pool, you may be wondering why you need to shock, when you need to shock, and how much shock you need. In this article, our pool care experts put together a guide on shocking your pool to help answer these questions and teach you everything you need to know about shock. … Continue reading "Shocking Your Swimming Pool- What is it and What does it do"

Having cloudy water is not only unsightly, but it is also a safety hazard and a health concern. It’s crucial to find the root of the problem, and luckily, it’s easy to resolve the problem! The Dangers of a Cloudy Pool While you may not think murky water is a big deal, it can cause … Continue reading "Cloudy Pool Water – What Does It Mean and What Can I Do About It? "

With spring in full swing, summer swimming is right around the corner! This means it’s time to start preparing to open your pool. Whether you’re a new pool owner or a seasoned pro, Swimming Pool Discounters has put together our top tips for opening your pool for summer that can benefit all pool owners! Pool … Continue reading "Tips for Opening Your Swimming Pool"

Stains in your pristine pool are unsightly and embarrassing. These stains can create an unpleasant environment in an otherwise relaxing outdoor space. If you are experiencing issues with staining in your pool, some may come off with some brushing, while others require more elbow grease to get rid of. At Swimming Pool Discounters, we?ve put … Continue reading "Removing Stains from Your Swimming Pool"

In the winter months, your pool may not even cross your mind. With snow, ice, and freezing temperatures in Pittsburgh, swimming is not at the forefront of any of our minds. When it comes to owning a swimming pool, safety is a top priority, even in the winter months. While more accidents happen around the … Continue reading "Swimming Pool Safety for the Winter"

If you have been thinking about converting to a saltwater pool, you may be wondering where to start. Switching to saltwater is gentler on your skin, hair, and clothes, but it can be rough on some of your pool equipment. Therefore it is important to follow the proper steps when starting or converting to a … Continue reading "Saltwater Pool Startup Guide"