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Innovative Solutions, Pool and Spa Safety

Safety Device For Small Animal Rescue

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A huge bull frog made its way to our pool three times this summer.  We were able to catch him with a pool net and proudly release him into the field behind our house.  That means over our fence and a good distance from our swimming pool.  Well, he returned two more times. 

I do not like frogs or anything else that makes its fury or slimy little way into our pool.  I certainly want to spare the life of these little beings even though I can’t stand the sight of them.  Then I did some research and found a solution that also helps the environment at the same time.  I was  tired of the nasty job of removing frogs, mice or other critters from your pool skimmer.  Protective  Critter Skimmers are the perfect solution.

Pool and Spa Safety

Diving Board Safety Tips

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Do This IN The Pool NOT Off The Diving Board!

Properly installed Diving Boards can add great fun your pool activities this summer. Kids love them, but parents have been told over and over how dangerous they can be.  Like most activities surrounding a  swimming pool, diving boards can be risky, but knowing how to use one properly will allow you and your kids to have fun safely this summer. Following these important safety tips will help insure safe, exciting, and fun times for all:

  • NEVER run onto or along the diving board.
  • NEVER dive off the side of a diving board
  • NEVER dive into an above ground pool
  • NO  back dives.
  • ALWAYS know the depth of water before you dive.
  • ALWAYS have a adult supervise children while diving and swimming
  • NEVER dive alone!!!

Most of these tips sound like nothing more than common sense, but taking the time to discuss these rules with your kids and their friends can keep everyone happy and safe this swimming season.

As you search for the perfect diving board for your backyard inground swimming pool, the S. R. Smith Diving Boards are highly recommend.  Both BackyardCityPools.com and our vendors  support the efforts of spreading the importance of swimming pool and diving board saftey.  Happy and Safe Summer To All!

Pool and Spa Equipment, Pool and Spa Safety, Pool Fun

Affordable Family Fun

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Many of us this summer are choosing to stay close to home this summer for various reasons…maybe it is a financial decision or even because of the latest media scare….the dreaded Swine Flu….Whatever your reason may be –  it is important to know that if you take the right steps to provide your kids with an outlet for fun, you will find your summer is memorable even if it is spent primarily in your own backyard.

If you don’t already have an inground swimming pool now is the time consider an high quality,economical, easy to manage Above Ground Swimming Pool.

An above ground swimming pool will enhance the beauty of your backyard, and at the same time provide a way for you and your family to get more pleasure out of those hot summer months.

Keep cool and make fun memories this summer in the comfort of your own backyard swimming pool.

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Pool and Spa Equipment, Pool and Spa Safety

Features to Look For in a Pool Alarm

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While pool alarms may come with many more features than are presented here, the following is a list of recommended features to look for when deciding on a pool alarm for your own backyard swimming pool:

  • Easy installation
  • Tamper proof
  • Includes a remote receiver with a range of up to 200 ft or more
  • Low battery indicator on alarm and on receiver
  • Recommended for the size and shape of your swimming pool
  • Able to detect an object as small as a 1 year old child, approximately 18 pounds
  • A loud and distinct alarm should sound within 20 seconds each time a child simulator is dropped into the pool.

Testing Your Pool Alarm

Once you decide which pool alarm is best for your backyard swimming pool, performing regular tests of the alarm’s effectiveness will ensure that your alarm continues to function properly over time.  The user’s manual for each type of pool alarm should provide instructions for conducting your own tests.

Pool Alarms are Not Enough

No pool alarm is fail-safe no matter how many technologies and features are included and no matter what claims are made by the manufacturer.  Pool alarms should be considered as one of many layers of protection in the effort to prevent children from drowning, along with protective barriers, door alarms, and safety pool covers.  The first and most important way to protect children from drowning accidents, though, is to provide close and constant supervision by a responsible adult.  A combination of safety measures is essential for creating a safe backyard environment for all of the children in your life.

Pool and Spa Equipment, Pool and Spa Safety

Keeping Your Pool Safe With a Pool Alarm

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Now is the time to get your pool ready for spring and summer. Out of all the steps that are taken to open your pool for the season, one of the most important steps of all is protecting your loved ones with a working pool alarm.

Your pool will provide your family with countless hours of enjoyment. However it is also a potentially dangerous place for small children and pets. Accidental drowning is the leading cause of death in children under the age of 5 and the second leading cause of death in children under age 14.

The new PoolSonix pool alarm uses seismic technology to detect unwanted or accidental intrusions into your swimming pool. If a child or pet accidentally falls into your pool the PoolSonix will detect the movement and a loud 110 decibel alarm will sound at the pools base unit and an 85 decibel alarm will sound inside the house. This will absolutely facilitate immediate response which is most crucial in preventing catastrophic pool accidents.

Try the PoolSonix solar powered pool alarm and gain the peace of mind that your loved ones are safe during your pool season!

PoolSonix Solar Powered Pool Alarm