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Q: Will a black tarp heat my pool?

• <div><p>A black tarp will indeed heat your pool. Black absorbs more heat than other colors. This heat will transfer down to the water in your pool and help increase the temperature. It will not be extremely effective at raising the overall temperature, but it can help maintain the current temperature.</p></div>

Q: Can I install a pool myself?

• <div><p>It is possible to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/install-above-ground-pool.htm">install an above-ground pool yourself</a> in about six hours, provided your yard isn't too sloped or you don't have many trees. It's imperative to ensure your ground is level; otherwise, your pool could collapse. Contact a swimming pool installer for an in-ground pool installation or to ensure your above-ground pool is installed correctly.</p></div>

Q: Are natural pools worth it?

• <div><p>Whether a natural pool is worth it depends on several factors because they cost more than traditional pools. Many people opt for natural pools because they enjoy swimming in natural bodies of water such as lakes. Also, if you're environmentally conscious, a natural pool is going to be a much more attractive option than a traditional pool.</p><p>Moreover, for people with chemical sensitivities, a natural pool is a great solution since the water doesn&rsquo;t contain chlorine.</p></div>

Q: Can you put too much salt in a pool?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s possible to put too much salt in your saltwater pool, and doing so can cause a number of problems, including corroding metal parts and causing the chlorinator to stop working correctly. In general, slightly elevated salt levels won&rsquo;t cause serious problems beyond salty-tasting water, but you should dilute the water in a pool with extremely high salt levels to prevent damage to its components.</p></div>

Q: Will my pool collapse if I drain it?

• <div><p>You can avoid pool collapse&mdash;known as pool pop in an inground pool&mdash;if you follow the instructions on how to drain your pool safely. Wait for a temperate, dry day and slowly remove the water with a sump pump, hose, or the attached drains and hydrostatic plugs.</p></div>

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Last update on June 10, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Opportunity Construction will always be my #1 company to go to for my fencing needs. Here's the reason why. First, from start to finish, Dean Currow was very knowledgeable about installation of fencing. He displayed great customer service, professionalism, attention to details, and was so easy...
Opportunity Construction
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Reviewed in December 2024
Rockstar Pools installed an in ground swimming pool and hot tub for us. They did an excellent job! Extremely happy with their service. I would highly recommend this business.
Rockstar Pools LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Ransom installed a deer fence around my garden, and it's exactly what I wanted and need. Pleased with the work, as well as the timing, as I've got my garden protected early enough to harvest before the deer do!
Ransom
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Reviewed in June 2023
Working with NW Gutter Guards and especially Andrew was a dream. Carson and team are responsive and do what they say they are going to do. Andrew came and gave an estimate, did the work from start to finish. He communicated well and was a professional and wonderful person to work with. I love...
NW Gutter Guards, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
RBA has wonderful installers - very professional, courteous and efficient. In addition, they left our home spotless. We had several windows installed and our home is now soundproof to outside traffic and is warmer this winter. The view outside is much clearer as well. We highly recommend RBA.
Renewal by Andersen of Montana
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Reviewed in November 2022
Great communication skills and a quick turnaround from the point they measured to the point of installation!
Montana Stone Fabricators, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2021
During the recent heatwave, we had no cool air. We left a voicemail with Adam and within 24 hours, we had cool air. He also repaired a few problems that have been present since installation. Adam is very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. We would highly recommend him to anyone.
Grizzly Air
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Reviewed in February 2021
I have known Jeff Otto with Otto’s Remodeling for more than 20 years. Jeff has completed renovation projects on each of the four (4) homes I have owned. I value Jeff as a master craftsman…an insightful artist at his skill. He offers a plethora of knowledge in an overwhelming variety of areas. He...
Otto's Remodeling and Tenant Finish
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Reviewed in January 2021
Total bathroom remodeling, Entire rebuild of our outside deck, from the ground up. Refinished our hickory floors. Reformed the lower lever and bathroom and bedroom to accommodate a washer and dryer, which involved major plumbing. A lot of interior and exterior painting and roofing work....
Latigo Creek Construction
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Reviewed in August 2020
Outstanding customer service!! Five stars for responsiveness and going above and beyond to ensure we had hot water when our hot water heater kicked the bucket. I was blown away when another plumber in town could not get to us for 2 weeks and Charlie with In-Sink was at our house the day we...
In-sink Quality Plumbing and Heating, Inc
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Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or Service

Serving Whitefish, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

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"The tech was very knowledgeable and went above and beyond to satisfy us. Our faucet was broken would not attach to the sink as the copper seal broke to the water lines."

Recommended by81%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or Service

Serving Whitefish, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"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."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or Service

Serving Whitefish, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job was done. Had to go back in after and fix several leaks but didnt contact plumber to have him fix them"

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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

A black tarp will indeed heat your pool. Black absorbs more heat than other colors. This heat will transfer down to the water in your pool and help increase the temperature. It will not be extremely effective at raising the overall temperature, but it can help maintain the current temperature.

It is possible to install an above-ground pool yourself in about six hours, provided your yard isn't too sloped or you don't have many trees. It's imperative to ensure your ground is level; otherwise, your pool could collapse. Contact a swimming pool installer for an in-ground pool installation or to ensure your above-ground pool is installed correctly.

Whether a natural pool is worth it depends on several factors because they cost more than traditional pools. Many people opt for natural pools because they enjoy swimming in natural bodies of water such as lakes. Also, if you're environmentally conscious, a natural pool is going to be a much more attractive option than a traditional pool.

Moreover, for people with chemical sensitivities, a natural pool is a great solution since the water doesn’t contain chlorine.

Yes, it’s possible to put too much salt in your saltwater pool, and doing so can cause a number of problems, including corroding metal parts and causing the chlorinator to stop working correctly. In general, slightly elevated salt levels won’t cause serious problems beyond salty-tasting water, but you should dilute the water in a pool with extremely high salt levels to prevent damage to its components.

You can avoid pool collapse—known as pool pop in an inground pool—if you follow the instructions on how to drain your pool safely. Wait for a temperate, dry day and slowly remove the water with a sump pump, hose, or the attached drains and hydrostatic plugs.

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