Maintenance & Tips

The energy costs for swimming pools often come down to heating and lighting. While the pool equipment itself requires electricity or some other energy source to keep going, you cannot do much about reducing the fuel it requires. You can, however, cut down on the cost of heating and lighting for swimming pools if you take the right steps and investment in the right equipment from the start. Here are some tips to help you save money in the future.

Feel like the upkeep for your swimming pool is higher than it should be? Want to enjoy the benefits of a pool without the high maintenance costs? While there are some expenses that cannot be avoided, there are others that you can reduce or eliminate by making smart investments at smart times. Here are some easy ways to cut your pool maintenance costs so you can put your money where you need it most.

Unfortunately, swimming pool season happens to be the same time of year when all the bugs come out. Your water looks like a giant drinking fountain for them, drawing them closer and ruining your experience all at once. Before you close the pool down out of pure frustration, check out our guide on how to keep the insects away. Your peaceful, pleasant summer is closer than you think!

Some simple maintenance steps can go a long way in keeping your water looking great and prevent your water from becoming a weekend chore instead of a weekend pleasure.

Our 15 step checklist for opening an inground pool. Poolmax offers pool opening and closing services throughout the Baltimore, Annapolis and DC areas.

Routine maintenance is the key to a sparkling clean pool. Each pool is different and so is the frequency of maintenance that will be required.