Education
Welcome to Cottonwood Season!
Above Ground Pools, Education, General Pool Care, Pool Care, Pool Cleaning, Semi Inground, Water Care
A quick how-to about preventing the problems cottonwood can cause in a swimming pool It’s that time of year when beautiful white stuff falls from the skies—no, we don’t mean snow. We’re referring to the fluffy menace known as cottonwood. Read on to find out how to keep cottonwood from gunking up your pool. 1)Filters: Read More
Deal with Algae Bloom Quickly and Efficiently
Education, General Pool Care, Pool Care, Pool Cleaning, Water Care
Poolife “Back to Blue” Shock System Gets You from Green to Blue Fast If you are experiencing a severe algae bloom, which has turned your pool green, the poolife® Back to Blue® shock system can turn your pool sparkling blue again. This two-part system destroys the bacteria and algae that have taken over your Read More
Water Safety Tips if You Have Children In or Around your Pool and Spa
Education, General Pool Care, Hot Tubs and Spas, Pool Safety, Pools, Softub, Spas
Simple Steps Keep Everyone Safe National Water Safety Month kicks off in May and we want to remind our pool and spa owners to be aware of how to make their water spaces safe for people of all ages. Adding as many proven water safety steps as possible is the best way to Read More
Enjoy your Pool No Matter What the Outside Temperature Is (originally published on June 14, 2013)We wish we could control the weather and make every day a perfect pool day! Although we don’t have that kind of superpower, we can help make your pool comfortable for relaxing and swimming no matter what the temperature outside. Read More
At Pettis Pools & Patio We’re Glad to be in Such a Healthy Business! We see people all the time who are interested in swimming pools to promote time for togetherness with family and friends. However, as much fun as pools are, they have many practical health benefits as well. Here is the top Read More
All About Winter Pools Covers!
Above Ground Pools, Education, General Pool Care, Pool Care, Pools, Winter pool
Maintaining your pool over the winter makes for an easier opening in Spring A pool cover for winter is important because it keeps leaves and debris and curious critters from entering the pool and prevents sunlight from stimulating algae growth. Here are several important steps you should take in order to ensure it survives the Read More
Why You Should Purchase Your Pool Chemicals from Pool Professionals
Education, General Pool Care, Hot Tubs and Spas, Pool Care, Pools, Water Care
…and not “Big Box” stores Many people think that going “Big Box” is always the cheapest way to shop—for everything from chicken breasts to toilet paper to diapers. This blog article will examine some points to keep in mind if you are considering going “Big Box” for your pool chemicals. What’s really inside? If a Read More
BAQUACIL CDX: 3 Steps to Bliss. Simple to Use. Easy to Love.
Education, General Pool Care, Pool Care, Pool Cleaning, Water Care
The next generation of water care to keep your pool sparkling clean. Less work – More fun! Over the years at Pettis Pools & Patio, we have noticed that the greatest companies in the pool industry focus on innovation. This blog post highlights the chemical breakthrough that Arch Chemical, the maker of Baquacil, has achieved Read More
Get the jump on maintenance for a great season Spring has actually been in the (Rochester) air this year and we bet you are anxious to pull off your pool cover and make a splash! Here is a round up of springtime care practices that are different than summertime care. Taking time now will result Read More
What to know before you buy Here at Pettis Pools & Patio, we happily answer all types of pool questions, but one we wish people would ask before they buy an inflatable or easy-set pool from a big box or discount store is, “What am I likely to spend after I come home with Read More