How to tell if a pool pump is dying?

• <div><p>Pool pumps should work discreetly and quietly. If you hear loud screeching or grinding sounds from your pool pump, it’s a good indication that its motor is starting to fail and may need replacing. </p></div>

How much salt do I add to my pool after rain?

• <div><p>A good rule of thumb is to add one or two 40-pound bags of salt for every inch of rain, but you’ll want to test your salt levels first to ensure you’re adding the right amount. Rainwater can dilute the salt levels in your pool, so after significant rainfall, test the levels and add the appropriate amount of salt to bring it back to the ideal level.</p></div>

Is a 4-foot fence tall enough for a pool?

• <div><p>The regulations for pool fence heights vary by state, so be sure to research what the legal, minimum height is in your area before purchasing or installing a fence. Though every region is different, generally a pool fence must be at least 4 and ½ feet high. If you’re unsure whether you need a fence around your pool, and how high that fence should be, contact a local pool enclosure expert to help you successfully, and safely, move forward.</p></div>

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Q: What happens to a pool pump if it isn’t primed?

• <div><p>A swimming pool pump has to have water in it to run properly. If the pump isn&rsquo;t primed and tries to run when it&rsquo;s dry, the components will overheat which can cause the pump to seize up and can even damage the PVC pipes that carry the water into and out of it. Essentially, running a pump that isn&rsquo;t primed can lead to having to replace the entire pump.</p></div>

Q: What is the process of building or installing an in-ground swimming pool?

• <div><p>The process involves designing the pool, obtaining necessary permits, excavating, installing plumbing and electrical components, configuring the pool's structure and lining, and finally completing landscaping and decking for integrated aesthetics.</p></div>

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Job done well, very respectful of the home. Went above and beyond.
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First rate experience. Professional , on time and extremely fair pricing. Two very large stumps were ground up utilizing state of the art equipment. The equipment operator is highly experienced and detailed. Fantastic job and will certainly call again when needed.
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Matt Barrett was recommended to remove two trees in my yard with Browntail Moth Infestations, before the moths emerged from their webs and began eating and growing. It was April and there were no leaves so we could see hundreds of larvae in each web, Matt climbed the first tree with harness...
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Matt showed up to quote our new construction project and was easy to work with right from the start. Heâ s a go getter in a world where that kind of work ethic grows less common by the year. His knowledge and expertise made us comfortable enough to adapt some of his suggestions into our...
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Devin responded immediately to my request & showed up the next day. He told me exactly what was involved in removing a dead animal from our chimney & how much it would cost. He deodorized & the rancid odor in our house was gone within 8 hours. He recommended a chimney covering, ordered it &...
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Everything worked perfectly! All the installation was neatly done. It was all installed within the time frame quoted. He was very knowledgeable on the proper size heat pump that we needed and the best locations for them. He also was very good explaining how to operate them to obtain the most...
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Andrew installed an outdoor 240V plug for our EV charger and the EV charger. Among all quotes he was the cheapest and also the only one that came to assess the feasibility of the job in person. He was super professional, wore a mask, and finished the job in one short day. Cleaned up nicely after...
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Brian and Todd did a great job installing my new propane furnace. They finished the job on time and within their quote, were professional and courteous in all their dealings with me and excellent communicators.
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Friendly, polite, took care of all the paperwork and rebates. Kept us informed of costs and install date. Did a very neat installation and were Covid aware and used masks. Nice father and son teamwork. Couldn't be happier !
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Serving Brooklin, ME and surrounding areas

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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

Pool pumps should work discreetly and quietly. If you hear loud screeching or grinding sounds from your pool pump, it’s a good indication that its motor is starting to fail and may need replacing.

A good rule of thumb is to add one or two 40-pound bags of salt for every inch of rain, but you’ll want to test your salt levels first to ensure you’re adding the right amount. Rainwater can dilute the salt levels in your pool, so after significant rainfall, test the levels and add the appropriate amount of salt to bring it back to the ideal level.

A swimming pool pump has to have water in it to run properly. If the pump isn’t primed and tries to run when it’s dry, the components will overheat which can cause the pump to seize up and can even damage the PVC pipes that carry the water into and out of it. Essentially, running a pump that isn’t primed can lead to having to replace the entire pump.

The process involves designing the pool, obtaining necessary permits, excavating, installing plumbing and electrical components, configuring the pool's structure and lining, and finally completing landscaping and decking for integrated aesthetics.

The regulations for pool fence heights vary by state, so be sure to research what the legal, minimum height is in your area before purchasing or installing a fence. Though every region is different, generally a pool fence must be at least 4 and ½ feet high. If you’re unsure whether you need a fence around your pool, and how high that fence should be, contact a local pool enclosure expert to help you successfully, and safely, move forward.

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