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Adding lights to your Ft. Lauderdale pool not only creates a great looking ambiance, but it also helps to provide a safe outdoor environment. Having a sufficient amount of lights in and around your pool will give everyone the ability to see clearly in the dark, reducing the chances of night-time pool-related accidents and injuries. … Continue reading

Regular repairs and maintenance are very important and will prolong the life of your pool. Having routine check-ups done by a Ft. Lauderdale professional team like Somar Pools is a great way to find problems while they’re small, and before they become difficult and costly to repair. In addition to us performing our standard evaluation, there are certain things that you look out for on a daily basis that may indicate there’s a problem with your system. … Continue reading

A spa in your Ft. Lauderdale backyard is a great addition to your property’s swimming pool area. When deciding to have one built, you must consider the following regarding the design and construction process: … Continue reading

When it comes to upgrading your pool system, there are many options to choose from.  Some homeowners decide on getting a heating system, or a slide, while other Ft. Lauderdale residents prefer to have all of the benefits of adding a waterfall. When deciding if the latter route is best for you, consider the following: … Continue reading

Ft. Lauderdale residents have the benefit of enjoying their pool for a longer season than folks in other states.  But when the weather begins to drop, and you don’t’ wish to get in your pool anymore for the season, you should consider closing it for the winter. … Continue reading

Thinking about installing a new pool?

Whether this will be your first pool or an upgrade, putting in a new inground pool in Ft. Lauderdale is a big undertaking.

And right now is the perfect time to start your backyard pool planning! … Continue reading

Get the most out of your backyard pool this summer with these basic pool care tips.

• • Skim Daily

Even if you don’t get to swim in your pool daily, it should be skimmed every single day. Skimming (and, bonus, vacuuming) remove debris like sand, insects, leaves, and hapless small animals like lizards that fall into your pool. Skimming prevents daily “junk” from clogging up your filter and pump. If you’re going to be away for a few days and don’t have anyone to use and maintain your pool, then keep it covered with a secure cover. … Continue reading

As one West Palm Beach dad recently discovered, it’s shockingly easy for toddlers to quickly end up in the water when pool gates are not secured.

Albert Passavanti was fortunate enough to be watching his one-year-old son at the exact moment he tumbled into the water of the family’s inground pool. Passavanti dove headfirst over the pool gate to rescue his son who made it out unharmed. A security camera captured the whole incident. … Continue reading

Chlorine is the most effective way to eliminate potentially harmful pathogens that thrive in swimming pools. But some Ft. Lauderdale swimming pool owners are concerned about the negative effects of the chlorine chemicals themselves.

Here’s what you can do to enjoy a clean pool without all the problems of chlorine. … Continue reading

A spa adds value and beauty to your Ft. Lauderdale home, transforming your backyard into a retreat of relaxation and rejuvenation. Your spa is an important investment in your home, so you want it to last for a long time.

These tips from Somar Pools in Ft. Lauderdale will help you keep your soothing spa in excellent condition for many years and save you money on repairs.

A spa requires maintenance on a daily basis. You might get overwhelmed trying to figure out which tasks need to be done when. Having a schedule will help you avoid overlooking an important step in your spa care. … Continue reading