Does chlorine kill frogs?

• <div><p>Because frogs require fresh water for survival, they can die from repeated exposure to swimming pool chemicals. Chlorine dehydrates frogs, which can lead to their deaths. To ensure frogs don’t hang out in your pool for long periods, safely remove them once you spot them in your pool and install a frog log so they can easily hop out on their own.</p></div>

Can you swim in a spool?

• <div><p>While spools are much smaller than pools, some clever features still allow you to get your laps in. Some spools include directional jets to create a “current” you can use to swim laps in a smaller space. They also allow you to use your spool as a spa when you’re done swimming.</p></div>

Does water run through a pool heater when not in use?

• <div><p>Water only runs through a pool heater when not in use if the heater doesn’t have a bypass system. A bypass system stops the flow of water through the heater when not in use. If you don’t have one, then yes, water will still run through the pool heater even when not in use. Not having a bypass system may increase the effects of wear and tear on your pool heater or disrupt the water’s chemical balance.</p></div>

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Q: Is it possible to set up a pool on unlevel ground?

• <div><p>Setting up a pool on unlevel ground is not recommended as it can damage the pool or yard and put the safety of those using it at risk. If a pool isn't level, the water's weight won't distribute evenly, putting excessive pressure on certain parts. This can cause the pool liner to tear or the walls to collapse, leading to water damage, expensive repairs, or potential injury to swimmers. It is more cost-effective to level the ground correctly before installation rather than waiting to address serious structural issues later.</p></div>

Q: What are common pool issues?

• <div><p>Common problems include liner tears, pump malfunctions, and algae buildup. Regular maintenance prevents many issues.</p></div>

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Highly recommend Renewal by Anderson of Montana for anyone looking to replace windows in their home. We have just completed the second phase of our project with one more to go. Their product is very high quality and we had an excellent experience working with them from the sales team all the...
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Fantastic installation team and in no time, we had two garage doors and openers installed. Job well done!!!!
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<p>See above. I asked them to make sure they did not post the $3189.63 deposit that we put down. Bank of America has been made aware of this and we are waiting to make sure my account does not get charged. I would shout from the rooftops for no one to use this company...ever!</p> <p><br...
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I had Big Mountain put in the Radon system and they vented it out my exterior wall directly above our window and only inches from our screened vent (which leads back into the house). After checking the EPA Web site and the standards that they have set, the pipe is to exhaust above the roof and...
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we purchased carpet. we were promised a delivery date in early march, that never happened. the owner would never return calls or emails, and was very evasive regarding the whole thing. the installers chosen for the job were incredibly irresponsible and not punctual and were unwilling to correct...
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THEY WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY ON THIS PROJECT. IT ALL WENT VERY SMOOTH AND FASTER THAN EXPECTED. I TOTALLY RECOMMEND THEM, AND WILL CALL ON THEM AGAIN.
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"One oven doesn't work at all ( my choice, see above), the "working" oven was never calibrated properly so using it is hit or miss. It's time to call American Home Shield to see about replacing the entire unit. I'm waiting to finish other home projects before calling them. I don't know if I'll request Greenway again."

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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

Setting up a pool on unlevel ground is not recommended as it can damage the pool or yard and put the safety of those using it at risk. If a pool isn't level, the water's weight won't distribute evenly, putting excessive pressure on certain parts. This can cause the pool liner to tear or the walls to collapse, leading to water damage, expensive repairs, or potential injury to swimmers. It is more cost-effective to level the ground correctly before installation rather than waiting to address serious structural issues later.

Common problems include liner tears, pump malfunctions, and algae buildup. Regular maintenance prevents many issues.

Because frogs require fresh water for survival, they can die from repeated exposure to swimming pool chemicals. Chlorine dehydrates frogs, which can lead to their deaths. To ensure frogs don’t hang out in your pool for long periods, safely remove them once you spot them in your pool and install a frog log so they can easily hop out on their own.

While spools are much smaller than pools, some clever features still allow you to get your laps in. Some spools include directional jets to create a “current” you can use to swim laps in a smaller space. They also allow you to use your spool as a spa when you’re done swimming.

Water only runs through a pool heater when not in use if the heater doesn’t have a bypass system. A bypass system stops the flow of water through the heater when not in use. If you don’t have one, then yes, water will still run through the pool heater even when not in use. Not having a bypass system may increase the effects of wear and tear on your pool heater or disrupt the water’s chemical balance.

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