The Barracuda brand suction-side vacuums have a hard time working when the water is very cold – under 60 degrees.  They have a neoprene, think soft rubber, diaphragm.  This diaphragm will open and close rapidly when the pool pump pulls water through it.  This moves the vacuum around the pool. When the water is cold  Read More

American Whirlpool Hot Tub soaks are wonderful all year long! Summertime is no exception. Here are some of our favorite ways to enjoy these awesome hot tubs during the summer months: Early Bird Soaks Are you a morning person? Well, you might want to become a morning person if you incorporate your hot tub into  Read More

As a swimming pool owner, you know that there are a number of different maintenance requirements to keep your swimming pool clean and functional. From vacuuming to maintaining proper water chemistry levels, swimming pools require a consistent upkeep. One way to keep your swimming pool’s filter system in working order is through the use of backwashing, or reversing the flow  Read More

Here at Pettis Outdoor Living & Sauna we know you can’t bring your spa or sauna everywhere you go—but these helpful hints can help you relax and refocus in five minutes or less.   Remember to Breathe Taking a few moments to breathe deeply does wonders. There are a variety of ways you can control  Read More