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Why Is My Pool Chlorine Level Always Low?
If you keep testing your pool and your chlorine level is always low, it can be frustrating. You add chlorine, the water looks fine for a short time, and then...
Why Is My Pool Losing Water?
If you notice your pool water level dropping, it is normal to wonder whether something is wrong. During the summer, pools can lose water for several reasons. Sometimes it is...
How Often Should You Shock Your Pool in Summer?
When summer heat arrives, and your pool starts getting used more often, regular maintenance becomes even more important. One of the most common questions pool owners ask is: How often...
Why Is My Pool pH Always High?
If you test your pool water and notice that your pH is always high, you are not alone. Many pool owners deal with high pH in late spring, especially when...
Why Does My Pool Lose Chlorine So Fast?
You test your pool, add chlorine, and everything looks good. Then a day later, your chlorine level is low again. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Many pool...
Why Is My Pool Cloudy After Opening?
Opening your pool for the season is exciting, but it can also be frustrating when the cover comes off, and the water looks cloudy, dull, or murky. The good news...
When Should I Open My Pool in Canada?
Many Canadian pool owners wait until the first hot weekend to start thinking about opening their pool. But by then, pool season is already underway, supplies may be selling quickly,...
Pool Maintenance Requirements: What Every Pool ...
A swimming pool is a long-term asset, but every pool type comes with ongoing maintenance requirements. Understanding the workload, operating costs, and seasonal upkeep involved helps homeowners make better decisions...
Health Benefits of Hot Tubs and Spas
Discover just how good a soak can make you feel. From lowering blood pressure and easing muscle and joint pain to reducing stress, improving sleep, boosting circulation, and even helping...
Off-Season Care: Maintaining Your Above-Ground ...
When the swimming season ends, your above-ground pool doesn't simply disappear. Without the right winter pool maintenance, you could be facing damaged liners, cracked equipment, or a swampy green mess...
Can I Swim After Adding Chlorine?
Yes—but not always immediately. Whether you can swim after adding chlorine depends on the type of chlorine used, how much was added, and your current water chemistry. Chlorine needs time...
Pool Tip #1 - Spring Opening
Pool Tip #1 Pool Tip for Inground Want clearer water when you open your pool?If you’re waiting a little longer to open, covering your safety cover with a tarp and...
Why Above-Ground Pool Walls Are Failing More Of...
Many regions across Ontario, Quebec, the Prairies, and Atlantic Canada have experienced above-average snowfall, heavier snow loads, and repeated freeze–thaw cycles this winter — with more snow still expected. These conditions dramatically increase the...
Do I Need to Shovel Snow Off of My Hot Tub?
Winter can be hard on hot tubs—but it’s especially tough on hot tub covers. One of the most common (and costly) mistakes hot tub owners make is allowing snow to build up...
Hot Tubs in Ontario Winters: Should You Keep Yo...
Once the temperature drops and the snow shows up, a lot of hot tub owners in Ontario ask the same question:“Is it better to leave my spa running all winter...
Your Guide to Winter Hot Tub Efficiency and Com...
As temperatures drop and snow starts to fall, a lot of hot tub owners assume it’s time to shut things down for the season. The good news is that, with...
Winter Pool Cover Problems: Catch Them Before T...
Once your pool is closed for the season, the cover is the main line of defence against snow, ice, wind, and debris. If it fails, you can end up with...
How to Open Your Above Ground Pool for Summer
Opening your above ground pool is one of the first signs that backyard season is finally here. After months of winter weather, your pool needs the right start-up process to...
How Much Does It Cost to Install an Above-Groun...
What We’re Seeing Across Major Cities and Provinces As a company that sells above-ground pools across Canada, we talk to homeowners, installers, and contractors in every province. One of the most...
DIY vs. Professional Pool Installation: Pros & ...
Installing a pool is one of the biggest backyard upgrades a homeowner can make. Whether you are adding an above-ground pool, semi-inground pool, or inground pool kit, one of the...
Above-Ground Pool Materials: Steel, Resin, and ...
Above-ground pools are built using steel, resin components, aluminum, or hybrid combinations of these materials. Understanding the differences between steel vs resin above-ground pools and how hybrid pool structures work helps homeowners choose...
13 Fun Poolside Games & Activities for Kids and...
Discover 13 fun poolside games from PTL Direct that help kids build swimming skills while creating unforgettable summer memories.
Best Above-Ground Pool Sizes for Small Backyards
Smart Pool Choices for Urban Living, Year-Round Use, and Flexible Outdoor Spaces A small backyard doesn’t mean you have to give up on owning a pool. With today’s above-ground pool...
10 Fun Facts About Above-Ground Pools
Discover 10 fun facts about above-ground pools, from their eco-friendly benefits to their surprising history. See why they are a great choice for families.
Is My Yard Suitable for a Pool?
Clearances, Slopes, Access & Choosing the Right Pool Type As a company that sells above-ground and semi-inground pools across Canada, one of the most common questions we hear is: “Will a...
Dive into Summer 2026: Why Steel Pools & Layawa...
While budgeting for an above-ground pool involves several moving parts—from site prep to maintenance—there are two "pro tips" that will save you the most money: choosing a high-quality steel pool and utilizing layaway.
Is an Above-Ground Pool Right for You?
Is an Above-Ground Pool Right for You? Dreaming of cooling off in your own backyard without the high cost of an in-ground pool? An above-ground pool might be the perfect...
