Pool Slides from S.R. Smith

A quality pool slide from S.R. Smith is the perfect complement to a backyard pool built by Blue Haven Pools and Spas. One of their newest slides is the BigRide. The BigRide swimming pool slide adds big fun to your pool with a super long, extra deep runway and cascades of rushing water for the ride of your life! The BigRide is the answer to your need for a really fun pool slide that also looks great in your backyard.

California Energy Commission

The California Energy Commission has a great page on how pool owners can save time, energy, and money.

Aqua Rite Chlorine Generator

Aqua Rite Electronic Chlorine Generators use ordinary salt to produce chlorine for your swimming pool. That's why electronic generators are often referred to as salt chlorinators.

The Aqua Rite from Hayward Pool Products is the best selling electronic chlorinator on the market. They use a low concentration of salt that gets dissolved in the pool water. No need to worry about taste -- the Aqua Rite eliminates any salty taste. Aqua Rites easily install on standard filtration systems, both for new construction and on existing pools.

Salt Cell Guard Pill

Salt chlorinators, also known as electronic chlorine generators, are a safe alternative to using chlorine tablets to clean and sanitize your pool. Salt chlorinators use a salt cell to produce the chlorine that then gets distributed to your pool.

The Salt Cell Guard Pill is a powerful pill that works to inhibit the build up of scale on salt cells. Scale is a major contributor to salt cell failure. Using our salt cell pills once a month will extend the life of your cells and save you the costly expense of premature replacement. Salt cell pills are added directly to the skimmer and automatically dispense over a 30 day period. No mess and no fuss. They are compatible with all sanitizing chemicals.

You can three Salt Cell Guard Pill for only $84.99 at Blue Haven Pools and Spas Supplies Direct.

Hayward Pumps Troubleshooting Guide

How pumps work

Most pumps are self-priming centrifugal pumps. These pumps must have a vacuum chamber, commonly known as a pump housing. The pump housing must be filled with water in order for any pump to create a vacuum, resulting in your pump pulling the water out of your pool or spa. The pump housing will remain full of water while the pump is on, and will remain full or partially full of water when the pump is shut off.

When you turn on the pump the motor will begin to rotate on high speed (dual speed pumps rotate at the preselected speed). The motor drives the pump impeller, located inside the pumps center portion at the opposite end, away from the electrical switch portion of the motor. While the motor is rotating, the tips of the impeller are sealed hydraulically inside of the pump diffuser, this allows self-priming to occur.

Self-priming can only occur when the pump has a diffuser. Some pumps have a separate diffuser, others have the diffuser molded into the pump's cover, refer to your Owner's Manual for your pump. The diffuser helps to eliminate any air coming into the pump housing, suction piping, or hoses. When all the air is being removed from the system, you will notice the bubbles returning to the pool through the return fittings. The impeller acts to convert water velocity into water pressure, which is registered on your filter pressure gauge. The actual Gallons Per Minute (GPM) varies with the type of pump and the horsepower. Check your Owner's Manual for more information.

Self-priming pumps are very dependable and easy to operate. They require a sufficient supply of water from the pool or spa, and no air in the suction lines. Air could come from a loose strainer cover, a leak in any valve, a pin hole in any suction line or any crack or loose connections in the underground piping. Your pump should be kept free of dirt and also located where it can be protected from flooding during heavy rain fall. If your pump motor becomes flooded you will probably have to replace it (pump motors damaged by flooding are not covered by warranty).

Read the entire article on troubleshooting Hayward Pumps at Blue Haven Pools and Spas Supplies Direct.

Hayward Pro Series Top Mount Sand Filters for In-Ground Pools

Every pool needs a quality filter.

Providing you with quality you can trust, the Pro Series high-rate sand filters incorporate the latest pool filter technology to ensure your pool is operating at its very best. Molded of durable, corrosion-proof reinforced thermoplastic, they feature attractive, unitized tank construction for years of trouble-free operation with only minimal care. Pro Series sets a new standard for performance, value and dependability.

Learn more about the Hayward top mount sand filters at Blue Haven Pools and Spas Supplies Direct.

Blue Haven's Easy Pool Care Chemical Program

A Powerful, Simple, Step-By-Step Chemical Program That Makes Crystal-Clear Water in Your Swimming Pool A Snap! GUARANTEED! And you SAVE 5%!!

STEP #1: BALANCE – In order to ensure the effectiveness of swimming pool chemicals, pool water must be pH balanced. It is the first, most important step of our Easy Pool Care™ Chemical Program.

STEP #2: SANITIZE – To keep the water clean, bacteria-free, and safe for swimming the water must be sanitized. We feature 3" Sanitizing Tablets. They are stabilized for long-lasting effectiveness.

STEP #3: SHOCK – Super-chlorination, or shocking, prevents cloudy water, chlorine odor, and eye and skin irritation. Use Chlor-Burst™ or Blast Out in step three of our program. We also offer Blitz™ as a chlorine-free alternative. It is very effective for weekly maintenance and you can swim immediately after treatment.

STEP #4: ALGAE CONTROL – Prevention of algae before it grows is critical to keeping a pool crystal clear and inviting. Prevent algae with our unique Halt™ Algaecide. This powerful, super-concentrated algaecide kills all types of algae. Halt™ is also easy to use, low-foaming, and will not discolor hair.

Learn more about Blue Haven Pools and Spas' Easy Pool Care Chemical program.