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FAQ About Swimming Pools

1. How much does a pool cost?
Many factors go into determining the cost of a pool. They include location, materials used, permit fees and labor costs. Other variables include size, depth, water features, and additional accessories such as diving boards and slides. Given basic information builders in the FreePoolQuotes.com Network™ can provide you with a “ballpark” estimate of what your pool will cost. Of course, your actual bids will vary. You can get basic pool design ideas by using our Interactive Build A Pool feature.

2. What if I am renovating or adding to an existing pool?
We have qualified pool builders who specialize in pool renovations and additions that are glad to help with your project. When you request a quote, please indicate Yes on the form for “pool renovation”.

3. What should I know when hiring a pool contractor?
Our best advice is to check references. Start by reading our 7 Tips For Hiring A Pool Contractor

4. What different type of water features can I get with my new pool?
Waterfalls sprays, sheet falls, fountains and rock waterfalls. Read about swimming pool water features

5. I’ve heard alot about saltwater pools. What’s it all about?
Watch video: Saltwater Pools Explained

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Pool Safety Facts and Figuires Compiled bt FreePoolQuotes.com

Facts & Figures

Following are just a few facts uncovered by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in a comprehensive study of drowning and submersion incidents involving children under 5 years old in Arizona, California, and Florida.

• Seventy-five percent of the submersion victims studied by CPSC were between I and 3 years old; 65 percent of this group were boys. Toddlers, in particular, often do something unexpected because their capabilities change daily.
• At the time of the incidents, most victims were being supervised by one or both parents. Forty-six percent of the victims were last seen in the house; 23 percent were last seen in the yard or on the porch or patio; and 31 percent were in or around the pool before the accident. In all, 69 percent of the children were not expected to be at or in the pool, yet they were found in the water.
• Submersion incidents involving children usually happen in familiar surroundings. Sixty-five percent of the incidents happened in a pool owned by the child’s family and 33 percent o the incidents happened in a pool owned by friends or relatives.
• Pool submersions involving children happen quickly. A child can drown in the time it takes to answer a phone. Seventy-seven percent of the victims had been missing from sight for 5 minutes or less.
• Survival depends on rescuing the child quickly and restarting the breathing process, even while the child is still in the water. Seconds count in preventing death or brain damage.
• Child drowning is a silent death. There’s no splashing to alert anyone that the child is in trouble.

More NSPI Drowning Prevention Tips

1. There is NO substitute for adequate supervision. The “buddy system” of two children, is no substitute. Even people that can swim, very well, can drown when they bump their head, become entrapped, or have medical emergencies like seizures or black outs. DON’T LET THEM OUT OF YOUR SIGHT!
2. Pools and spas are attractive to children; what the court calls an “attractive nuisance”. There must be a permanent barrier to entry. Local ordinances will specify a 3 – sided or a 4 – sided, non-climbable fence with self-closing, self-latching mechanisms on the gate. The gate should be locked when the pool is not in use. Do not place chairs or tables near a fence which would allow a child to climb over. Portable, above ground spas should have a hard top that locks on, preventing its use.
3. In addition to a barrier around the pool, NSPI promotes an idea called Layers of Protection, and has produced a pamphlet under the same name. This is the combination of many safety features working together to form several “layers” of safety protection around a swimming pool or spa. A simple fence just won’t do to protect the pool when it is not under supervision. Door exit alarms, infrared detectors or security cameras. Pool alarms, child alarms, or pool safety covers will all help to prevent accidents.
4. Ensure that the pool is in clear view from the house, and not obstructed by plants, canopies, solid fences, or darkness. This is not so that you can watch your swimmers from the house; rather to ensure that the pool is not in use when it is not supposed to be.
5. Place a phone nearby the pool with emergency numbers (911) listed. Signage about the pool, with “pool rules” is a good idea, but remember to always instruct new users of your pool to what is allowed and what is not. Having a pool can make you popular with neighborhood friends of your children. If rules are not followed, do not allow these children to use the pool.
6. Having rescue equipment on hand can help prevent a drowning person from drowning someone else. Ring buoys & reaching poles should be at the ready. First aid kits should be nearby also.
7. If you use a pool or spa cover, follow all instructions for their safe installation, use and maintenance. Always remove a cover completely before using the pool, and do not let standing water remain on top; pump it off.
8. Do not allow children to play near a pool. Games and bike riding can result in someone going in, perhaps bumping their head on the way.
9. Learn CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation).
10. Have your children take swimming lessons at an early age.

Use of Diving Boards

1. If the diving board bothers you, have it removed. If it is too large for the length and depth of the pool; found on many older pools, have it removed.
2. Inspect the board, the stand, and the hardware for signs of age, cracking, rust, etc.
3. Do Not allow any drinking and diving. Place a chair on top of the board, with a “No Diving” sign during pool parties.
4. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on safe diving practices, or consult NSPI’s pamphlet “Knowing how to dive can be worth more than gold”. Instruct all users of your diving boards

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Before You Invest In A Swimming Pool in Tampa, FL

If you are thinking about installing a swimming pool on your property there are some obvious and some “not so obvious” factors to consider.

Budget is a huge factor, but not the only consideration. First, evaluate your reason for installing a pool. Is it purely for recreation? Do you have a family member who has a health condition that might benefit from daily swimming? What kind of space do you have for your pool? Do you plan on using the pool year round? What kind of building codes might apply in your city? Will your pool be for exercise only? Do you plan to include a hot tub or spa?

As with any project, we often end up spending much more than originally intended. Proper planning can help to minimize those “extra” expenditures. Give some consideration to how you would like the area around the pool landscaped and plan on that expense. Have you given any thought to maintenance cost? Pumps, filters and chemicals are regular expenses that need to be budgeted. Filling your pool initially will cause your water bill to rise significantly the first month. You will also want to consider the expense of water loss through normal usage of the pool.

The choice of swimming pools will be largely dependent on your answers to the previous questions. In a nutshell you have two choices, either in-ground or above-ground. Each has their own pluses and minuses.

An above-ground pool can be dismantled if you move to a new residence. They are also less expensive. Esthetically speaking, above-ground pools can be set up with decking and landscaping that rival more expensive in-ground pools. Often, the dealer you purchased from will offer setup and in some cases even decking and landscaping services.

In-ground pools are definitely more expensive than the portable, above-ground alternative. However, they usually increase the value of the property. If you have decided that an in-ground pool is best suited for your purposes, here are some steps you need to take:

1. Shop around for a contractor.
2. Obtain at least three written bids.
3. Make certain that ALL labor and materials are included as well as building permits.
4. Ask for a list of previous customers.
5. Don’t make a hasty decision. Take your time and don’t be pressured into signing a contract.
6. Check with the Better Business Bureau to determine if the contractor has any outstanding complaints.
7. Confirm that the contractor has the proper license.
8. Never pay the contractor in cash. Always use a check, cashiers check, money order or credit card so you have proof of purchase.

Purchasing a swimming pool is a major expenditure. The old adage of “an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure” applies. Plan your project properly and you will enjoy years of pleasure.

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The benefits of Water Exercise for Arthritis by Arthritis.org

Here is another great find by freepoolquotes.com about Water Exercise & arthritis from the Arthritis Foundation. A good resource for those with arthritis.

http://www.arthritis.org/exercise-water.php

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Check out this cool graph, we got it from The Daily Mail, a UK paper. It illustrates the variety of different bugs found in Pools. Yuck!

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Watch out! Theres a shark in your swimming pool!

Check out the coolest underwater remore control shark.  Its a great little toy for your little buy! Be it your son, or your other “little boy”, your husband!

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Swimming tips for the Pool this summer, especially in Florida!

Please check out these very important tips from the American Pediatric Association. We here at FreePoolQuotes.com, strongly believe in safety. We suggest you ask your Pool Builder, Pool Contractor or Pool Company for their safety standards. When Building a swimming pool , especially when children are present in the home, safety is paramount.

http://www.aap.org/family/tipppool.htm

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The Hottest Pools in the World.

Looking for inspiration for your new pool? Look no more, where better to look than in Top 10 Hottest Hotel Pools.

According to the Travel Channel, to be included in this list these pools had to meet certain critiria.

Pool Design:  The design of the pool must be impeciable and cutting edge.

Pool Contractor:  The Pool builders and Contractors  used the finest material and the highest level of professionalism and attention to detail.

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