The reason for this “dog” analogy is because in many cases pools are like dogs! How good or how bad the pool is can depend on how the pool was managed from the beginning – right from the start of your ownership. The care and feeding of your pool is […]
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You may not have to worry about COVID-19 in your pool water, but Legionnaires’ disease is making a comeback. Did you know that each year between 8,000–18,000 people in the US are hospitalized with Legionnaires’ disease? Legionella, the germ that causes Legionnaires’ disease, is naturally found in water. Pools and hot […]
Manufacturers report that coiling the pool vacuum hose between uses is one of the most common mistakes made by pool owners and pool service professionals alike. A coiled hose develops a “memory” and will try to recoil to its original form when used. This could result in the cleaner hose not working, […]
The first rule in Pool Care is to have the proper equipment! Here are the basic tools that you’ll need: Pool pole (telescoping type) Pool net (not flat, but a deep net type) Pool brush Taylor chemical testing kit (or equivalent) Rubber mallet Screw driver set (multi-head set) Set Up […]
After contracting Tom Krause of American Pool Inspection for a pool inspection recently, I was so impressed with Tom that I insisted I write him a letter of recommendation! Tom is very knowledgeable and provided quick and timely replies to my questions. He took the time to explain everything and […]
Tom Krause was an exceptional pool inspector. He went above and beyond expectation. He was kind, personable, professional and very thorough. I not only will use him again but I gladly recommend him to my family, friends and business associates. ~ Marilu M., REALTOR
I can’t say enough good things about Tom Krause at American Pool Inspection. We have called him on several occasions to inspect pools for our clients and he always responds quickly to our request. As someone who was in real estate he understands the necessity of getting the job done […]
After Tom did an inspection on a pool for a house we were buying, there were a number of questions that we had regarding the operation and maintenance of the pool equipment. He came to our new home 2 days after we contacted him and did an outstanding job of […]