Pools
by Abbey Pettis, 3rd generation Pettis Pools & Patio family member in the business As a Pettis family member, I grew up knowing I could always come home from the hottest, longest day of school and forget everything with a jump in my backyard pool! My younger sister and I had it pretty good; we Read More
Deal with Algae Bloom Quickly and Efficiently
Above Ground Pools, General Pool Care, Pool Care, Pools, Semi Inground, 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
The name kind of says everything…but here are some more details about another new product we’re carrying. “Who Peed in My Pool” attacks the unwanted filth that makes water dull, dingy and sometimes just plain stinky. This filth-busting fury uses unique fizzing crystals in the pool and immediately goes to work destroying lingering contaminants. 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
Poolife® AlgaePhos™ Algaecide: 2-in-1 algaecide and phosphate remover
General Pool Care, New Products, Pool Care, Pools, Water Care
You can swim 15 minutes after treatment Poolife® AlgaePhos™ algaecide is a multi-action formula that prevents algae growth and reduces phosphate levels in your pool water. It is compatible with any type of pool sanitizer. We think this is a great product to use when first opening your pool to reduce phosphate levels which in turn decreases Read More
The next time you find yourself ready to step into a hot tub at a hotel, resort or gym, keep these safety tips in mind so you are sure the tub is safe and clean. More than half of the public hot tub spas in the U.S. may be unsafe, according to a report from Read More
Reporting back from the front lines of the show Just because pool season is over in our area doesn’t mean we’re resting—we’re at the International Pool, Spa and Patio Expo in New Orleans. This show is held at the Morial Convention Center, and booths will feature the full gamut of industry product categories, including pools, 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