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Automatic Cleaners There are lots of automatic cleaners that are out on the market today. We offer most major brands of cleaners, however we tend to recommend staying with suction operated cleaners. Some companies recommend "Pool Sweeps" these units run off water return pressure to stir up leaves and debris and hopefully catch it in a bag that the unit pulls behind itself. We feel this is not as effective as the suction operated cleaners that are connected into the skimmers suction power to actually "Vacuum" up any debris on the pool floor. The dirt and leaves are then pulled into the filter or basket. When getting a cleaner we recommend getting one with brushes on the bottom. This will make the unit multifunctional. While vacuuming up debris it will also loosen algae off the pool floor. Although many pool owners overlook it, brushing the pool regularly is the best preventative measure in eliminating algae from the pool. For more information about pool care, click here. Drop In Steps Any pool owner with a deck shouldn't be without
a set of stairs. Stop climbing in and out of the pool on that ladder
and get comfortable set of stairs. Many people are also quite please
with the esthetic value the stairs add to the pool. We offer both
rounded and straight wall stairs. While the rounded gives more area
on the bottom for seating and hanging out, the rectangular give
more support for those who need the extra help getting in and out
of the water. Steps truly are a great feature for younger children
who are not yet fully comfortable in the water and for seniors who
still want to benefit from the water but are nervous about the entry
system. Pool heaters In the last few years more and more manufacturers of gas fired heaters have begun making heaters just for above ground pools. These 100,000 BTU heaters are simple to install and have the added benefit of an electric start ignition making the unit safer and more reliable. The units are good for pools up to 15,000 gallons and are great for taking the cold edge out of the water. Solar heating systems and covers are available as well. Salt Generators This is by far one of the most time saving products a pool owner can purchase. This electrically charged unit converts NaCl (Sodium Chloride: Table Salt) into a chlorine gas, which is emitted directly into the pool. This system, which until recently has been used only on inground pools, will eliminate up to 90% of all chemical use. Unlike passive ionization systems which require adding granular or liquid chlorine to sanitize / oxidize the water, this system takes care of these requirements without your help. The system only requires that you maintain a salt level in the pool. The salt level should only need adjustments if the water is diluted (Dilution is caused by adding water to the pool because of winterization, splash out, leaks or heavy precipitation) The salt used is the same as for most household water conditioners and usually costs less then $6 for 50 lbs. On average someone may use up to 100 lbs per year. The biggest advantage to the salt generator is not even the lack of work, the best part is that you are not adding solid chemicals to the water which give off reactions that cause odor, bleaching, eye irritation and mostly affect water balance properties. Traditional Chlorine tablets in a feeder or basket will cause the pH of the water to fall significantly, which is the leading cause of eye irritation in swimming pools. The salt generator is softer on your eyes, your liner, your hair, your swim suits, the work needed for the pool and your wallet. Lighting Lighting is available in both spot light form, where there would be one light in the pool and perimeter lighting where there is actually a full light around the top seat of the pool. This almost looks like a neon tube around the top edge inside the water
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