Pool Safety
Pool ownership is sure to bring laughs, good times and great memories. But with pool ownership also comes great responsibility. Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children aged 1 to 4. According to the Centers for Disease Control, three children die every day due to drowning in pools, bathtubs, natural bodies of Read More
Protect Your Family with the One Pool Safety Cover Strong Enough to Support an Elephant
Pool Safety, Pools
Having an inground pool makes your time outside that much more enjoyable. Pools are great for exercising, relaxing, or spending time with family and friends. At the same time, pool ownership comes with certain responsibilities, even through our long winters. You’ll probably never need a mesh safety pool cover strong enough to support the weight Read More
There are several layers to a safe above ground swimming pool. The first, and most important, layer is always supervision. It’s never safe to swim alone and children should always have an adult poolside. Pools are made to enjoy together. The second layer of protection is restriction of entry. When you’re not around it’s important to 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
Keep our tips in mind to stay safe around your pool! At Pettis Pools & Patio, we make backyards fun, but we take safety very seriously. Here is a list of quick-to-review tips for making sure your pool is as safe as possible: For Adults: Assign one adult to supervise children in and around the Read More
Built from the highest quality materials, LOOP-LOC is one of our favorite products You might know LOOP-LOC from their commercials where an African elephant walks across one of their covers over a pool; but in case you aren’t familiar—they are the company that pioneered the idea of a swimming pool cover being used for safety Read More
FREE Pool School at Pettis Pools & Patio This weekend kicks off our popular Pool School! Join us at 9am in our Greece or 10 am at our East Rochester location and learn simple “how-to” steps for easy pool care. It’s FREE and serves as a great refresher for those who have a pool, or Read More
As a pool owner, you want to do everything possible to keep your family and friends safe around your pool. In our industry, the best way to do this is to follow the “Layers of Pool Protection” guidelines outlined by safety experts. Let’s step through the “Layers” and learn about how they can help protect Read More
National Water Safety Month Coloring Page In honor of National Water Safety Month, we put together a coloring page for your kids or grandkids. Bring it into one of our stores and we’ll display it for everyone to see!