Pool Care Tips and Pool Safety Information
Pool ownership is great… but it’s also a lot of work. Dealing with the care and upkeep of a pool is not an easy task — especially if you’re new to the world of swimming pools. For every awesome pool party or summer swim session with the kids, there’s days of scooping up leaves, messing with chemicals, and worrying about your little ones’ safety.
Did you ever wish there was one, easy to use place where you could learn everything you need to know about pool care and safety?
Congratulations, you’re here! Welcome to the Lifeguard on Duty blog.
This blog is our place to share everything we’ve learned over two decades in the pool safety industry. It’s your one-stop shop to learn about all kinds of important topics, from basic pool safety information to tips for keeping your pool clean.
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Pool Safety Solutions
There are many pool safety options out there, from mesh fencing to highly durable netting. They all can be very effective… but which one is right for you? With our expertise, we can help you learn more about the safety measures we provide, so you can make an informed decision based on your family’s unique needs.
Pool Safety Information
The best pool safety tools in the world won’t be effective if you don’t know how to use them! We’ve provided several resources on pool safety for new pool owners (or seasoned vets who need a refresher course). We can help you learn how to use your safety tools effectively, as well as the basics for keeping children, pets, and other inexperienced swimmers safe in the water.
Preparing for Your Installation
Are you getting a new pool fence, cover, or net installed? That’s great! But is your pool ready for the big day? Our blog tells you everything you need to know to be fully prepared for your installation, so we can tackle the job quickly and you can start enjoying your new, safer pool right away.
Care and Maintenance Tips
Pool safety goes beyond keeping the little ones from falling in. It also means having clean, balanced, and safe water every time you take a dip! We can help you master the art of pool care and maintenance with helpful blogs on everything from winterizing to fixing the filters.
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Ready to become a pool safety expert? Check out our blog today — we know you’ll find the answer to all your pool care questions.
The Pros and Cons of Saltwater vs. Chlorine Pools
Learn the differences between saltwater vs. chlorine pool systems and how they work to keep your family’s pool safer. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks, but both are great choices for water sanitation. Once your water is protected, keep your pool safer with a free quote from the pros at Lifeguard on duty.
How to Choose the Best Swimming Pool for Your Backyard
You have many types of swimming pools to choose from, making it difficult to pick the right backyard pool for your property. Learn more about your swimming pool options and how to keep them safer. Call for your free pool safety quote from Lifeguard on Duty today.
Summer Swim Workouts: Training Tips for the Pool
A swimming pool workout can be a great way to improve your strength, stamina, mobility, or balance. We cover the top swimming pool exercises and how to tailor a wellness program to your needs. Create a safer pool workout area with help from the pros at Lifeguard on Duty.
Swimming Pool Alarms: An Essential Layer of Protection
Swimming pool alarms give you the supplemental safety protection your pool area needs. From pool gate alarms to immersion detection, they help you prevent accidental drownings by limiting unsupervised access to your pool area. Call for your free pool safety quote from Lifeguard on Duty today.
10 Common Pool Safety Hazards (and How To Avoid Them)
Find out about the top swimming pool dangers and how to keep your family safer. Professionally installed safety barriers help you prevent swimming pool hazards from harming your loved ones until you can get the situation under control. Get your free pool safety quote from Lifeguard on Duty.
Tips to Plan the Best Winter Pool Party
A winter pool party is a perfect opportunity to get together with friends and family before everyone gets swept up in family trips, shopping chaos, and school vacation days. We have the top Christmas pool party tips to make sure you’re a successful host. Get your free pool safety quote from Lifeguard on Duty today.
How to Properly Winterize Your Hot Tub
When you winterize a hot tub, you’re protecting your investment in a home spa and keeping your loved ones safe all winter long. We’ll walk you through how to close your hot tub for the winter the right way so it’s ready for fun in the sun next year. Get a free safety quote from your local pro with Lifeguard on Duty today.
Pool Barrier Comparison Guide
Our pool barrier comparison guide helps you understand the benefits and drawbacks of some of the most popular California pool fence types. We want you to be able to make an informed decision about the protection of your pets, friends, and family. Get your free removable mesh pool fence quote from your local pros at Lifeguard on Duty.
Reasons You May Need a Winter Cover for Your Pool
A winter cover for your pool can help protect it from damage while protecting your loved ones from the risk of accidental drowning. Learn more about winter pool covers, the benefits they offer, and how to get the most out of them. Request your free quote from Lifeguard on Duty today.