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Taking care of your pool doesn’t have to be complicated. At our store, we take you through the steps and make the process easy to understand and do yourself. We will always take the time to help you understand what is happening with your water, find that hard to find part and to ensure that your equipment is operating efficiently and being cared for to ensure its’ long life. After all, your pool is an investment and a substantial one at that.  There are no dumb questions! We test your water based on parameters that are standarized, not narrowed. In other words, we never sell you something you don’t need….. because our water testing is NOT set up to ensure you always need something. You can rely on our 41 years of industry experience, our honest dealings and our helpful hearts. We know that we are only here because of you. We will always strive to be worthy of your business loyalty. We do things differently and our customers tell us that’s a good thing! :-)

 

 

The articles below are there to help you, please feel free to ask questions, or you can call or come in. We’ll be happy to help.

 

Drain Cover Recall

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) along with the following manufacturers announced a voluntary recall of certain pool and spa drain covers installed after December 19, 2008.  The drain covers pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers. More detailed information is available by clicking on the link below…

http://www.apsp.org/Public/Safety/DrainCoverRecall/index.cfm?parentObject=&SAVersion=401&ndrx=99

For your safety and peace of mind, please check your pool drain covers to see if yours has been included in the recall. If yours is one of the those recalled,  you should immediately contact the manufacturer to receive a replacement or retrofit, depending on the make and model. 

Here are also a few links with images and model numbers to to assist you in identifying whether your drain covers are the models being recalled.

cpsc.gov site with sample photos.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11230.html

A&A manufacturing
http://www.aamfg.com/pdrDrain.php

Aquastar
http://www.aquastarpoolproducts.com/recalled-products.html

Color Match
http://www.poolfittings.com/recalled_models.htm

CMP
http://www.c-m-p.com/DrainCoverRecall2.htm

Hayward (PDF download with photos)
http://www.hayward-pool.com/pdf/Hayward-Pool-And-Spa-Replacement-Drain-Cover-Information.pdf

Pentair
http://www.pentairpool.com/pool-owner/safety-warnings/recall-drain-cover.htm

Rising Dragon
http://www.risingdragonplastics.com/en/draincoverrecall.html


Please note that drain covers should only be replaced by a pool or spa service professional who has possession of an approved replacement cover so that the old drain cover may be immediately replaced. 

Pool care tips – algae

Algae: In most cases if chlorine levels are in range, Algae will not get a grip on the pool. If chlorine slips down for some reason and mustard algae appears, the active ingredient in Yellow Out, Yellow Treat and Jack’s Magic Yellow Stuff is Sodium Bromide. Sodium Bromide creates a chlorine demand and therefore, chlorine…

Pool care – salt water pools

Salt Pools: Make sure the salt cell is clean as a regular part of the maintenance program. Read your equipment manual for the correct solution mix for cleaning. Use a mineral sequestriant such as Jack’s Magic Magenta Stuff or Purple Stuff, as part of a regular maintenance routine to help prevent staining of the pool…

Summer pool care for all pools

Summer pool tips – all pools: For most effective removal of dirt, mustard algae dust etc.. turn off the skimmer when brushing and circulate through the main floor drain only. That way the suction is not split between the two and will thus be stronger at the floor where the dirt is. Use a basket…

Summer pool care chlorine pools

Summer pool care tips – regular chlorine pools To avoid a constant battle with Algae during the Florida summer, rather than adding liquid chlorine only once a week, add smaller amounts at least 3 times weekly. This will avoid the peaks and valleys that permit algae to get a grip. Ensure that returns are properly…

Navigator Pro Pool Vacuum at Sun…

Pool Vacuum by Navigator available at Sunleisure in Palm Coast

Navigator Pro moves silently in a predetermined series of turns for more thorough cleaning and is powered by your existing filtration system so you don’t have the expense of an energy-consuming booster pump. Most recognized and trusted major equipment manufacturer Intelligent Programmed Steering – Fast efficient pool cleaning Turbine Technology/Balanced Water Flow – Silent maneuvering,…

Hayward EcoStar™ Pump

Palm Coast Pool care - energy efficient pool pump

EcoStar variable speed pump is the most efficient pump at any speed that can save you up 90% on energy costs over a single-speed pump. EcoStar matches pump flow to a pool’s needs, versus running at full power 100% of the time and is suitable for both new construction and the aftermarket.   Most efficient…