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Sealing Hairline Cracks in Pool: Do You DIY or Leave to Professionals?

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Almost all swimming pools are built to last a long time and to remain durable. However, even the best and most well-built pools can get cracks. Most times, these are caused by accidents and mishaps. After discovering a crack, most people panic as cracks can eventually cause big leaks. Some immediately reach out to professionals in fear of making cracks worse. But those who see smaller cracks tend to think: can I DIY this? In certain cases, it’s best to seek help from professionals to avoid the risk of any more damage. If you think you can seal a hairline crack in your pool on your own, though, then where should you start? More importantly, how do you know if you can do it yourself? This will help you figure out if you should do it yourself or for those who want reassurance, and easy how-to steps, to sealing hairline cracks in swimming pools. Are Hairline Cracks in Pool Plaster Normal? Cracks are part of a pool owner’s life , especially hairline cracks. Wall cracks are things one should

7 Best Kept Pool Maintenance Hacks You Have to Try

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  Contrary to popular beliefs, it’s not that hard to maintain a pool. You can use several household items to keep it pristine!  Some of the best kept pool maintenance hacks include using a tennis ball or pantyhose for cleaning. Baking soda can also be used for cleaning and maintaining pH. Dye and soapy water help find leaks. During winter, filled water jugs may help prevent above-ground pool wall collapse.  Curious to learn more about these tips and tricks? Let’s dive in, no pun intended!  Keep a Tennis Ball (or Two) Handy It’s fun to host a pool party up until your pool transforms into a big vat of oil.  This slick is brought to you by sweat, sunscreen & cosmetics, and sebum – the body’s natural oils.  If you want to avoid this sheen, then you should have a tennis ball (or two) around your pool.  Why Should You Keep a Tennis Ball in Your Pool at All Times? You should keep a tennis ball in your pool at all times to clean your pool at the first sign of oiliness. You can avoid oil bu

How Long Does It Take to Acid Wash a Pool?

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Is the water in your Sarasota pool so slimy that you can’t see the bottom? Well, this only means one thing - your pool has essentially transformed into a black lagoon. As such, it will need an acid pool washing by the Nelson Pool Company. Also known as ‘drain and clean,’ it’s the process of removing dirt buildup on the bottom and sides of the pool.  The duration of acid washing depends on how it’s done. Outside of draining the pool, the acid washing process can last four to five hours. A no-drain acid wash, on the other hand, takes about three days.  If you’re thinking of having your pool acid washed, then here’s everything you need to know about it.  How Do You Acid Wash a New Pool?  There are two ways to acid wash a pool. One way is by taking a plaster and acid washing it. Here, you’ll learn more about the traditional process - one that involves draining the entire pool.  The Nelson Pool Company in Sarasota, FL , can complete the traditional acid wash process in about four to five ho