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Helpful guides forLas Vegas pool owners
We put together these guides to help you understand your pool. They cover seasonal changes, equipment care and managing hard water in the Las Vegas heat.
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Read our articles onPool care and maintenance
Learn how the desert climate affects your water chemistry. We share details on balancing chemicals and caring for plaster surfaces.
What a Weekly Pool Service Visit Includes
Explore the details of our weekly pool maintenance plans. We outline water testing, cleaning tasks, chemical additions and equipment checks.
Read the ArticleHard Water and Calcium Scale in Las Vegas Pools
The Las Vegas Valley Water District reports our tap water is very hard. Learn why calcium scale builds up on pool tile and how to manage it.
Read the ArticleHow Much Water a Las Vegas Pool Loses to Evaporation
The Southern Nevada Water Authority reports high evaporation rates for local pools. Learn how much water your pool loses in the summer heat.
Read the ArticlePool Covers and Evaporation
A pool cover cuts evaporation by about 90 percent. Learn how covers help manage water loss and chemistry in Las Vegas from Kingfisher Pool & Spa.
Read the ArticleCyanuric Acid: Why Pool Stabilizer Builds Up
The CDC explains that high cyanuric acid makes chlorine work more slowly. Learn why pool stabilizer builds up and how to manage it in Las Vegas.
Read the ArticleChlorine Levels for Pools and Spas
The CDC recommends specific chlorine levels for residential pools and hot tubs. Learn how to maintain proper sanitation in your Las Vegas water.
Read the ArticleWhy Clear Water Still Needs Testing
The CDC notes that clear water can still carry germs. Learn why weekly water testing matters more than looks for your Las Vegas pool or spa.
Read the ArticlePool Care After Monsoon Storms
The National Weather Service notes that monsoon storms bring strong winds and dust. Learn how to clean and rebalance your pool after a storm.
Read the ArticlePool Care in the Las Vegas Summer Heat
The National Weather Service reports about 78 days a year reach 100 degrees in Las Vegas. Learn how extreme heat impacts pool water balance.
Read the ArticleWinter Pool Care in Las Vegas
The National Weather Service reports about 10 freezing nights a year in Las Vegas. Learn how to protect your pool equipment from freeze damage.
Read the ArticlePool Care for Vacation and Seasonal Homes
We provide weekly maintenance and seasonal closing for Las Vegas vacation homes. Learn how we manage your pool water while you are away.
Read the ArticleHow a Pool Is Drained in Las Vegas
The Las Vegas Valley Water District requires pool water to go into the sanitary sewer. Learn how to drain a pool legally in Southern Nevada.
Read the ArticleThe 600 Square Foot Rule for New Pools
The Las Vegas Valley Water District limits new single-family pools to 600 square feet of surface area. Learn how this rule applies to new construction.
Read the ArticleWater Features and the Southern Nevada Rules
The Las Vegas Valley Water District prohibits outdoor ornamental water features over 10 square feet. Learn how these rules apply to your backyard plans.
Read the ArticlePool Permits in the Las Vegas Valley
Building a new pool in Southern Nevada requires a permit and must follow the surface area limits. Learn how the local approval process works.
Read the ArticleHiring a Licensed Pool Contractor in Nevada
Residential pool and spa work for a fee requires a Nevada contractor license. Learn about the A-10 classifications required for pool service and repair.
Read the ArticlePool Barriers and Gates in Southern Nevada
Southern Nevada pool barriers follow a regional standard that requires self-closing and self-latching gates. Learn how to secure your pool area.
Read the ArticleAnti-Entrapment Drain Covers on Public Pools
The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act requires anti-entrapment drain covers on public pools. Learn how this law protects swimmers.
Read the ArticleCommercial Pools and the Southern Nevada Health District
Pool companies serving permitted aquatic facilities must be registered with the Southern Nevada Health District. Learn the commercial pool rules.
Read the ArticleThe Federal Rule for Variable-Speed Pool Pumps
Since July 2021, the US DOE requires new pool filter pumps to meet federal efficiency standards. Learn why variable-speed pumps are now the standard.
Read the ArticleHow Long Pool Equipment Commonly Lasts
InterNACHI notes that pool pumps and filters commonly last around 10 years. Learn how long you can expect your pool equipment to run in Southern Nevada.
Read the ArticleRepair or Replace Your Pool Equipment?
Compare the costs of repairing your pool equipment versus replacing it. We look at age, parts and repeated failures to help you choose.
Read the ArticleHow a Salt Pool Works
Read about salt pool chemistry and equipment. We explain salt levels, calcium scale and routine cell inspections for Las Vegas pools.
Read the ArticleHow Often to Drain a Hot Tub
Learn how often to drain your hot tub. We outline routine schedules, health guidelines and rules for draining water in Southern Nevada.
Read the ArticleSpa Filter Care: Rinse, Clean and Replace
Find out how to maintain your hot tub filters. We detail the schedule for rinsing, deep cleaning and buying replacements for your spa.
Read the ArticlePlaster, Quartz and Pebble Finishes
Explore the differences between plaster, quartz and pebble finishes. We cover the materials, natural variations and the resurfacing process.
Read the ArticleAcid Wash or Resurfacing?
Compare the benefits of an acid wash versus resurfacing your pool. We explain the process and how to address stains and calcium scale.
Read the ArticleCalcium on Your Waterline Tile
Understand the white scale on your pool tile. We review local water hardness facts, evaporation rates and how to clean your waterline.
Read the ArticleWhat a Weekly Pool Service Visit Includes
Explore the details of our weekly pool maintenance plans. We outline water testing, cleaning tasks, chemical additions and equipment checks.
Read the ArticleWhat Goes in a Pool Visit Report
Discover the details provided in our weekly pool visit reports. We explain the water test results, completed tasks and equipment observations.
Read the ArticleWhy Written Estimates Matter for Pool Repairs
Read about our process for written pool repair estimates. We cover diagnostic visits, equipment inspections and how we present the final costs.
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Find out what to do aboutCommon equipment problems
When your equipment acts up, check these guides to see what the symptoms can be. They help you decide when to call for a repair.
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