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The most educational swimming pool blog in the country, providing fiberglass pool articles and videos, as well as information on inground concrete and liner pools.

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Who are the Best Pool Builders in Des Moines, Iowa?

Looking for a high-quality inground pool in the Des Moines, Iowa area? It can be tough to know which pool builder or installer to hire, especially in a midsized to smaller metropolitan area like Des Moines, which is Iowa's largest (and only major) city.

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Cost and Pricing

How Much Does an Inground Pool Cost in Des Moines, Iowa?

Des Moines is where things happen in Iowa. It's Iowa's largest city, the seat of its state government... and it's at the heart of a lot of critical American business interests, too.

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Comparing Fiberglass, Concrete, and Vinyl Liner Pools in the Modern Age Ebook.

Comparing Fiberglass, Concrete, and Vinyl Liner Pools in the Modern Age

Don't blindly wonder if a fiberglass, concrete, or vinyl liner pool is right for you. Our educational ebook does a deep-dive comparison of the 3 types, all while noting the advantages and disadvantages of each.

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Pool Maintenance

14 Things You Must Know About Saltwater Pool Maintenance

Salt systems are all the rage in the swimming pool world, and it's clear to see why: The water is softer Salt pools are often easier to maintain They don't irritate skin and eyes like traditional chlorine And the list goes on. But before you run out and switch to a salt system or set up your new pool as a saltwater pool, we want to make you aware of a few points about saltwater pool maintenance.

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Options and Accessories  |  Pool Closing/Winterization  |  Pool Maintenance  |  Swimming Pool Accessories

The 10 Best Pool Covers to Protect Your Pool in 2021 (and 2022)

There’s a time of year in (nearly) every pool owner’s life when they’ll face an unavoidable decision: is it time to close my pool and winterize it for the season?

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Options and Accessories  |  Pool Maintenance  |  Swimming Pool FAQs

How to Shock a Pool

A swimming pool is a major investment, not only in financial terms, but also in regards to the amount of time you’ll spend keeping it clean and enjoyable during swim season.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Fiberglass Pool Manufacturers  |  Finding A Pool Contractor  |  Installation & Construction

River Pools and Spas is a PHTA International Award of Excellence Winner for 2021

River Pools started in Central Virginia nearly 20 years ago, with a simple mission: to provide homeowners with the highest-quality pool-buying and pool-owning experience.

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Options and Accessories  |  Pool Design Guides  |  Swimming Pool Accessories  |  Swimming Pool FAQs

The 8 Best Pool Speakers For Outdoor Tunes in 2021

Everyone knows you need at least three things for a great party: good people, good refreshments, and good tunes.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Options and Accessories  |  Pool Maintenance  |  Swimming Pool FAQs

How to Backwash a Pool Filter

Owning a pool often comes with more responsibilities than new owners often expect when they start their pool journeys. Nearly everyone knows it takes time, purposeful effort, and some non-trivial expenses to keep a pool clean. The pool’s pump and filter system is the cornerstone of its cleanliness -- but did you know you’re occasionally supposed to clean out your pump and filter system, too?

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Options and Accessories  |  Pool lighting  |  Swimming Pool Accessories  |  Swimming Pool FAQs

The 11 Best Swimming Pool Lights For 2021 (and 2022)

What’s better than a soothing dip in your own backyard pool on a hot summer day?

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Pool Closing/Winterization  |  Pool Maintenance  |  Swimming Pool FAQs

How to Winterize a Pool

Most pool owners accept “pool season” -- the warm, comfortable time of year when the sun’s shining, temperatures are high, and your pool is at its most appealing.

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