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>

Can I partially bury an above ground pool?

• <div><p>Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they’re more affordable is that you don’t have to dig for an inground pool and pour concrete or another material. However, you can choose to install a semi inground pool, which is a hybrid between the two.</p></div>

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Q: How long does it take for a pool to heat up by the sun?

• <div><p>At noon, when the sun is at its highest point, sunlight can naturally increase the temperature of a pool by 0.7 degrees each hour, but this can depend on other external factors. For example, evaporation caused by the sun will cause a pool to lose up to 5 degrees for every 1/2 inch of water evaporated. Using a water heater will produce more reliable results.</p></div>

Q: How much does a pool booster pump cost?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pool-pump-cost.htm">pool booster pump costs</a> between $700 and $4,000 on average. The type and size of pump are the biggest factors that influence the cost. The average price of labor will also play a role since you should hire a pro to install a pool booster pump for you. </p></div>

Q: When is the best time to buy a lap pool?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/when-best-time-buy-pool.htm">best time to buy a lap pool</a> is during the fall. While you might not be able to enjoy it for long, you&rsquo;ll be happy with the money you save. Since fall and winter are the slow seasons for pool companies, they may offer specials or discounts. Talk to a pool installation company in your area to see what deals they have available.</p></div>

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Elkhorn Insulation did an amazing job insulating my new home. Travis (the owner) and his crew were fast, efficient and did clean work. They insulated my home in the middle of summer when the afternoons were getting close to 100 degrees, after they were finished the inside didn’t get above 72...
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Reviewed in July 2024
We love our windows and 1 door that was installed. These guys were very professional and explained the whole process. The walk through after was very thorough but they did such a great job there was nothing for them to do. Very happy with the whole project.
Renewal by Andersen of Montana
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Reviewed in February 2022
Nathan was able to fit us into his schedule and did a great job installing the carpet. Would definitely use him again! Thank you!!
Freedom Flooring
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Reviewed in March 2021
Katie and Tom replaced our hail damaged roof after the August, 2016 hail storm. They and their crew did a good job of removing the damaged shingles, installing new shingles, and cleaning up after the work was finished. We recommendEd them to family in Helena and suggest them to anyone looking...
A Good Guy Roofing, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2014
Travis is very professional and quick to respond. Very pleased with the quality of work and would reccomend Vancouver House Painting for any of your needs not just painting. The only company I could find that installed Christmas lights I am retired and have bad knees and can not work off a...
Vancouver Handyman and Painting
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Reviewed in December 2013
Went great. The electrician was awesome, didn't try to sell me (the lady of the house) on anything extra, just did what I asked. He was very professional, understood that I would install all the outlets, etc., once we had the building insulated, and was in and out in about 3 hours.Because it was...
EAGLE ELECTRIC
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Reviewed in March 2012
They are heads above others who get out here. Price wise they are comparable with everybody else. They give us very good service too. We will continue to use them in the future.
Direct TV
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Reviewed in March 2012
In the Fall of 2011, they did a full basement install of plumbing line and a septic on a basement remodel I was doing. The finished price was nearly twice that of the verbal quote they gave me, and took a day and a half longer than originally stated. I accept the fault in not getting a written...
3 Brothers Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2011
. All Glass did an excellent job at a reasonable price. Although they weren't the cheapest bid, they were recommended to me because of their quality workmanship and professionalism. They arrived on time, took measurements, installed the glass (which was a custom fit) and completed the job on...
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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

At noon, when the sun is at its highest point, sunlight can naturally increase the temperature of a pool by 0.7 degrees each hour, but this can depend on other external factors. For example, evaporation caused by the sun will cause a pool to lose up to 5 degrees for every 1/2 inch of water evaporated. Using a water heater will produce more reliable results.

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 pool booster pump costs between $700 and $4,000 on average. The type and size of pump are the biggest factors that influence the cost. The average price of labor will also play a role since you should hire a pro to install a pool booster pump for you.

The best time to buy a lap pool is during the fall. While you might not be able to enjoy it for long, you’ll be happy with the money you save. Since fall and winter are the slow seasons for pool companies, they may offer specials or discounts. Talk to a pool installation company in your area to see what deals they have available.

Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they’re more affordable is that you don’t have to dig for an inground pool and pour concrete or another material. However, you can choose to install a semi inground pool, which is a hybrid between the two.

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