Spring is in the air, and now would be a great time to think about ways to contribute to the environment. One way to do so, if you have an outdoor swimming pool, is to consider a solar pool heating system. Not only will it save you money, it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The system is fairly simple to create. The pool provides the thermal storage, so there is no need to purchase anything for this particular aspect. And, the pump that is currently used to filter the water in the pool will also circulate the water through the solar collectors. Read the rest of this entry »

There has been a lot of press in recent years touting the benefits of choosing salt water swimming pools. Many people still have questions though. So what are the advantages and disadvantages of owning and operating a salt pool system?

The initial set up for a salt water pool is more expensive then the traditional chlorine set up. This is usually an important factor for those looking to install a pool on a budget. Over time, a traditional chlorine system will cost you more because you have to keep adding chlorine. Chlorine naturally breaks down so it has to be replenished. Salt water swimming pools do this through a chemical process. Read the rest of this entry »