Free & Total Chlorine: What You Need to Know

Free & Total Chlorine: What You Need to Know

It is vital to keep measurements of your pool’s chlorine levels. Chlorine is essential to sanitizing your pool keeping you and your family safe. Chlorine can often be a source of confusion as there are three distinct kinds: free chlorine, combined chlorine and total chlorine. For the purpose of this article, we will be focusing on free […]

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When to Replace Your Pool Liner

When to Replace Your Pool Liner

Vinyl pool liners typically last about 12 years if maintained properly. As your pool liner ages, activity, chemicals, weather and UV rays will eventually cause your liner to start deteriorating. When that happens, it’s time to consider whether repairing or replacing is the right choice for you. Replacing your pool liner may be in order […]

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Tracy’s Tips: Pool Cover Storage

Tracy’s Tips: Pool Cover Storage

When the time comes to open your pool and put the cover away for the season, here are a few tips to help maintain the integrity of your cover while in storage. Check back often for more of Tracy’s Tips on our blog! Tracy Dieselman – Owner

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Spa vs. Hot Tub: What’s the Difference? – Zodiac

Spa vs. Hot Tub: What’s the Difference? – Zodiac

Do you know the difference between spas, hot tubs and Jacuzzis®? Our partners at Zodiac break it down for you on their blog to help you choose the best option for you. Spa vs. Hot Tub: What’s the Difference? If you need service or supplies for your hot tub or spa, please contact us or […]

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Tracy’s Tips: When does hiring a pool maintenance company make sense?

Tracy’s Tips: When does hiring a pool maintenance company make sense?

As a pool owner, you know that a considerate amount of work comes before, during and after the fun pool activities. Is that work overwhelming you and hindering your enjoyment? Do you dread the heavy lifting and continuous maintenance your pool requires? We encourage our customers to weigh the pros and cons of hiring a […]

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Lower the Cost of Running Your Hot Tub: 8 Tips

Lower the Cost of Running Your Hot Tub: 8 Tips

The best way to lower the cost of running your hot tub is to first understand what is costing you the most money. The most expensive part of running a hot tub is powering up the heating element. Almost all hot tubs are heated using an electrical resistance coil. As electrical energy is run through […]

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Tracy’s Tips: Do I Need to Remove Snow from My Pool Cover?

Tracy’s Tips: Do I Need to Remove Snow from My Pool Cover?

We are often asked what to do with the snow that piles up on your pool cover. The answer is simple…NOTHING! Your pool cover is designed to sit on the water, which supports the weight of the snow and ice.  The only time the snow can cause a problem is if the water in your […]

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Happy Holidays from South Shore Pool Supply!

Happy Holidays from South Shore Pool Supply!

At this special time of year, our thoughts turn gratefully to our customers. Thank you for your continued support year after year. We wouldn’t be here without you. From our family to yours, best wishes this holiday season! – Your friends at South Shore Pool Supply

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We’re Truly Grateful!

We’re Truly Grateful!

In the spirit of giving thanks, we want to express our gratitude to you for trusting us with your pool care. We’re very lucky to have such wonderful customers and to be able to serve our community for all of these years. We wouldn’t be in business without your support and we are truly thankful! […]

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4 Easy Ways to Prevent Rodents from Damaging Your Pool Heater

4 Easy Ways to Prevent Rodents from Damaging Your Pool Heater

One of the most common problems pool owners experience in the winter is rodent damage to their pool heaters. When the temperatures get colder, mice and other rodents look for warm places to take shelter from the elements. Unfortunately, your pool heater may look like a good home to them. Whether the rodents are building […]

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