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Private Swimming Pool vs. Public Swimming Pool – Know the Difference (part 2)

Community pools help people come together. They give an opportunity for family gatherings. But, say that you live in a closed community or at an apartment complex with a swimming pool, it may have more disadvantages than you think. Let's take a look at them:

The Advantages of Having Your Own Private Swimming Pool- (part 1)

Imagine Shakespeare was alive today, saying: "A private pool or a public pool? That is the question." For those who may not want to buy a pool, the chances are that they would end up going to the country club or the city's public pool to swim or relax. Then, there are those who own an apartment or live in a neighborhood that has a community pool and rely upon using the community swimming pool (not all apartment buildings and communities may have them).

How to Clean Everything Around A Pool (Continued)

Few pools are located in spotless environments, without rain, birds, dust and other things that smudge and stain our pool surfaces. Here are some tips on how to clean the various surfaces around a pool.

How to Clean Everything Around A Pool

Are Automatic Pool Cleaners Worth the Money?

Now that you're a pool owner, you want that sparkling clean water that the neighbors envy. Yet how do you achieve this crystal clear water when you don't have the time to vacuum it? Hiring a pool maintenance service is one idea, but a more budget-friendly option is purchasing an automatic pool cleaner.

Include a Spa with a Pool: 7 Healthy Benefits Spas Deliver

Ready to build a swimming pool and deciding which features to include with your new backyard oasis? If health and wellness are important to you and your family, making a hydrotherapy spa part of the plan for your new aquatic retreat is a smart move.

The Most Common Mistakes Swimming Pool Owners Make—and How to Avoid Them

You've waited all year, and it's finally pool season. But all that fun in the sun also comes with big responsibilities for those tasked with maintaining the pool. You want to keep it in pristine condition so your family and friends can splash around all summer long, but your efforts at maintenance might be doing more harm than good.

5 Questions about Pool Closings (Winterizing) in New Jersey

Holiday Pools of Monmouth County shares five common questions when it comes time to close (winterize) your pool in New Jersey.

How Can I Extend My Pool Season?

Sometimes, the places we grow up in can shield us from the realities of the rest of the world. We forget that our experiences can be and usually are much different than the experiences of someone else. Growing up in Florida means we can enjoy our pools all-year round. Unfortunately, this isn't true for most families. In fact, I'd guess that an overwhelming majority of swimming pools close before Christmas. This leaves northern pool owners asking themselves, "How can I extend MY pool season?"

5 Unique Pool Games Your Kids Will Love!

Kids pool games are the perfect way to keep your kids busy and outside if you have a pool. Banish summer boredom and get your kids outside more with these summer activities – 5 pool games your kids will love all summer long! From 2 player pool games to team pool games, there is something for everyone here. Your kids will love teaching their friends how to play and you'll love that they're keeping entertained and having fun all summer long with these pool games for kids.

Dive Into Pool Ownership Without Drowning In Debt

Bright sunshine, warm temperatures and lazy days by the pool are just ahead, and many homeowners are dreaming of their own backyard oasis where they can cool off or throw a great party whenever they wish. Pools are among the nation’s most popular home-improvement projects and have been for decades.

Signs You Need To Replace Your Pool Liner

Other than a giant, gaping hole ripped into the wall of your vinyl liner by the family dog, how can you tell when it is time to replace a pool liner?

Interesting Pool Trends

We have far evolved from the basic, white, rectangular swimming pool. Over the years, new trends in swimming pool construction and remodeling have really made pools original, unique and very customized. Read on for inspiration for your future or current Monmouth County swimming pool.

Add a Little Something Extra to Your Pool with These Features and Enhancements

From waterfalls to impressive lighting, there are endless possibilities for adding extras when remodeling your Monmouth County swimming pool. When you include additional features to your swimming pool area, you are enhancing and customizing your backyard environment. Remember – even the smallest changes can make a difference with a pool remodel. Not only will these features add enjoyment to your swimming pool experience, but they can also possibly add value to your home.

Tips and Tricks for Tough Algae

As the weather warms up in Monmouth County and the swim season starts, swimming pool water quality beings to suffer and algae often begins to grow. There are three main types of algae, Green algae, Black algae and Yellow/Mustard algae. Green algae is pretty easy to eradicate, but Yellow/Mustard and Black algae are difficult to kill and can make the job of a pool service professional challenging. Here, Holiday Pools of Monmouth County provides a few tips for identifying and eradicating each type.

In-Ground vs Above-Ground Pools

Holiday Pools of Monmouth County provides the pros and cons of In-Ground vs. Above-Ground Pools. An in-ground pool in Monmouth County is far more aesthetically pleasing and enjoyable. However, deciding on an inground pool versus an above ground pool depends on your budget and where you live. In regions of the country where it's warm most of the year, an in-ground pool installed in the backyard is almost expected. In cooler areas or for tight budgets, an above-ground pool may fit the bill.

5 Tips To Improve Your Swim This Winter

If you've made it your winter goal to improve your swimming, you don't need to spend hours and hours in the pool each week to do so. Here are the top five easy ways to improve your swim this winter.

5 Tips on Selecting a Pool Contractor in Monmouth County

Looking to install an inground pool in your New Jersey backyard? This can be an exciting prospect, but first you have to find a pool contractor that won’t take you for a ride. This decision can be a stressful one, but if you do your research it should go smoothly.

A New Jersey Bill Protects Pool Owners from Low Prices

Americans are getting their pools ready for summer. If you live in New Jersey, you might soon be breaking the law if you drain your pool without a license. New Jersey lawmakers will vote on a bill introduced last week by state senator James Beach that would license “pool and spa service contractors, and pool and spa builders and installers.”

Exercising While Being Out In Nature?! Bonus!

The kids are back to school, and now is the perfect time to relax, hop in the pool, and get a good workout in! Why does it have to be in the pool, you wonder? The weight of the water provides a natural resistance which strengthens muscles and boosts cardio intensity. When submerged...