It’s very important to keep your spa filer clean so we’ve assembled a handy how-to to help you handle this job! Cartridge Filters are the most common filters in spas and a very important component in keeping your spa water clear. The cartridges are made with a fine, pleated mesh material (usually dacron). The pleats Read More
They Take Relaxation to a New Level At the International Pool & Spa Expo in Las Vegas, Finnleo introduced several new products including new room designs and finishes. Let’s take a peek at them. New Sauna Releases: The Seaside sauna is designed to recreate the feeling of sitting “seaside” and relaxing on a comfortable reclining Read More
Winterizing Your Spa-Step-by-Step
Hot Tubs and Spas, How-To, MAAX Spas, Softub, Spa Care, Water Care
Not planning on using your spa over the winter? It is essential to take certain precautions when winterizing your spa in order to protect against damage due to freezing and the weight of snow and ice on your cover. We are happy to help you with a close, but—if you are doing it yourself—keep these Read More
Do I Really Have to Change the Water in My Spa?
Hot Tubs and Spas, MAAX Spas, Softub, Spa Care, Water Care
Yes, You Do—Here’s Why Lots of people aren’t sure about how often the water needs changing in their spa or they don’t want to take the time to do it because the water still looks clear. After all, you don’t need to drain a swimming pool, why do you need to drain a spa? Let Read More
Want an Outdoor Sauna? No Problem! As you know, Pettis Pools & Patio proudly carries Finnleo saunas in a variety of configurations. We have recently added their Patio Series saunas designed especially for outdoor setup. For homes with a back porch or patio, the Patio Series panel-built sauna is ideal. It is available in 4 Read More
Come to the New York State Fair! We have over 6,000 square feet of deals and specials! Look for our side-by-side booths near Chevy Court! Going to the NYS Fair is one of our favorite times of year at Pettis Pools & Patio. We love the great people we get to meet while we’re there. We love our 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
Pettis Pools Entrepreneurship Award: In memory of Lawrence ’53 and Erma Ornce ’53 Pettis (State University College at Brockport)
Gifts, History, Philanthropy
After losing her mother in May of 2012, Pettis Pools & Patio’s Vice-President, Julie Pettis, wanted to find a lasting way to honor her mother and father. She describes her journey to develop an appropriate tribute: “After my mom passed away it became very important to me to establish a lasting tribute to both of Read More