Welcome to your ultimate guide in the quest for the perfect above ground pool! If you’re on the hunt for the ideal pool to transform your backyard oasis, you’ve come to the right place. Our curated selection brings you the absolute best above ground pools for every need and preference. Dive into a world of […]
My Grandmother Threatened to Blow Up Her Pool Every Year True story. Every spring, it took her three to four weeks to get that pool clear. She’d dump in clarifier, shock it to death, run the filter around the clock – nothing worked. She was ready to dynamite the thing. What I know now, after […]
Table of Contents Introduction Pool pump reviews around the web do little to educate you. Most are written by people who’ve never held a wrench, pushing whatever product pays them the highest commission. I’m offering an opinion based on 30 years of service work. My goal is to inform you and give you the straight […]
A 30-year pool professional’s honest assessment of what’s repairable—and what’s not worth fixing. If you’re reading this, you’ve probably just pulled back your pool cover and found a disaster. Buckled walls. Torn liner. Maybe a skimmer ripped clean off. You’re wondering if this can be fixed or if you’re looking at buying a new pool. […]
A former Doughboy dealer’s honest comparison—and where to get the same quality for less. Let me be upfront: Doughboy makes good pools. I was a Doughboy dealer for years. I’ve installed their pools. I recommend them to customers regularly—especially if you’re on the West Coast where shipping my pools doesn’t make financial sense. But I […]
How do I choose the best above ground pool? Ask an expert! Like anything you need to get up to speed with fast, you hire a consultant. If you wander into a big box pool store or call The Pool Factory (online store), you are not talking to experts, you’re talking to trained secretaries. Let’s […]
Bonding an above ground, semi inground, or inground swimming pool is all pretty much the same. First I will explain the process, then break down the steps, and help you figure out what supplies you need for your pool. ⚡ Before You Continue: Pool Bonding is Required by Law NEC 680.26 requires all permanent above […]
We only sell above ground pools with deck and or fence locally. Please call for availability (978) 710-8667 Installation Service Locations: Massachusetts, Southern NH, Eastern Connecticut and parts of Rhode Island This article is to highlight MGK Pools – Regency Royal pool. But we also sell the Admiral’s Walk Pool, both of these great above ground […]
Kayak produces a high-quality pool, no doubt about it, and as a competitor, my intention is not to criticize them. The Kayak stands among the Elite pool options, and when it comes to quality and durability, there’s minimal, if any, difference among the top three anymore. Ultimately, the deciding factors boil down to the cost […]
Fiberglass inground swimming pools cost about 30k less than gunite (cement) pools, and about 5-15k more than a vinyl inground pool. The best is definitely gunite if you have the budget, then fiberglass, then vinyl. Why do I say this? I say it because I don’t have an agenda. I sell them all, and I […]
Small backyards can still make a big splash! Semi-inground pools are designed to seamlessly blend into limited spaces, offering the joy of a swimming pool without overwhelming your yard. Explore how these pools provide the perfect balance between size and style, making them a fantastic fit for cozy outdoor settings. If you want a quote […]