Author Archives: Pietila Pools

People who are changing the world!

So there was this guy at one of our suppliers (SCP – Livonia, MI) this summer who was so smiley and happy you just couldn’t help but have a better day after having been in his presence. I know @askthepoolguy … Continue reading

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Choosing the right pump for your swimming pool:

Choosing the right pump is a very important decision for your swimming pool. The pump works with the rest of the equipment to keep your swimming pool running well. A good quality pump that is the right size for the … Continue reading

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Patching a Pool Liner

Sometimes it is necessary to patch a vinyl swimming pool liner. There are kits available for just this sort of thing. Patches should be adequate when the area being patched is small, like puncture or a tear. A patch may … Continue reading

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Haven’t opened your Michigan pool in a while?

If you live in a seasonal climate where a swimming pool is only open for the summer months, sometimes a pool will not be opened for a summer for a variety of reasons. Sometimes the homeowner is traveling, away from … Continue reading

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Top Recommended Pumps from our swimming pool service team in Michigan

There are many great pumps and manufacturers that create swimming pool pumps to fit many needs. When our service techs go out on the road in the metro Detroit area in southeastern Michigan, these are the top recommended pumps that … Continue reading

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If you’ve just purchased a home with a pool in Michigan, here’s what you will need for spring:

Basic Supply List: If you’re new to the swimming pool world, you might be wondering what you’ll need to get started with your pool. What chemicals should you have on hand? What equipment will you need? Walking into or clicking … Continue reading

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A.O. Smith, a swimming pool pump and motor manufacturer sold to Regal Beloit Corp.

A.O. Smith Sheds Pool and Spa Unit A major industry manufacturer has sold its decades-old pool and spa pump motors division. Milwaukee-based A.O. Smith, which had been in the motors business for approximately 60 years, completed the sale to Regal … Continue reading

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Can I add steps to an existing vinyl liner pool?

Yes, you can! That was the answer that this homeowner in Walled Lake, Michigan received when they inquired about steps as an option. The only time you can add steps is if you are doing a liner replacement. There are … Continue reading

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Should I vac my pool before it is closed?

Why, yes, you should! Or, hire us to do it for you! Our crews do routine cleaning on a pool closing appointment. The exception is if you’ve recently had an entire tree’s worth of leaves fall into your pool. That … Continue reading

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You know what we say…green water in the fall, green water in the spring!

Well, maybe we’ll experience a bit of magic over the winter. This pool that our crew headed out to close obviously had a lack of chlorine going on for a couple of weeks. Our crew dosed the pool pretty heavily … Continue reading

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