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The weather may still be warm but that’s not to say that winter isn’t just around the corner. Yes, we understand that the thought of winterizing your swimming pool (again) isn’t one of your favorite items on your to-do list, but when it comes to maximizing its lifespan, it’s pretty important.

Below are our top six pro tips for preparing your pool for winter.

Be sure to balance your water

And to be clear, by “balance” we’re not talking about making sure your pool water is level. Instead, we’re referring to the pH levels of the water. This is important for both the longevity of the pool equipment and the clarity of the water. The pH level should remain between 7.2 and 7.6.

Make sure it’s clean

If you don’t clean your pool before you winterize it, you run the risk of having surface stains when you reopen the pool net year. When you clean it, be sure to remove all debris, including sticks and leaves.

Don’t forget to clean the filter

Once the water is clean you’ll want to move onto the filter. When you clean the filter, you will help ensure it will operate properly next spring.

Protect your pool water against algae

No one wants to reopen their pool to find the water looking green and gunky. Not only is algae ugly, it can clog your filters and increase chlorine demand. If you have questions about the best way to accomplish this, call Wetworks Pool and Spa today to speak with one of our team members. We’ll be happy to provide you with the advice you need.

Don’t empty your pool!

If you’re a new pool owner, you may be wondering if you need to drain the water in preparation for winter. The answer is a resounding no. Not only can this void your pool’s warranty, it can put strain on the structure of the pool, which can lead to significant damage. Be sure the water line is above the skimmer box.

Final step: Cover your pool

When you cover your pool, you’ll accomplish two things. First, you’ll help prevent debris from settling in the water. Second, covering your pool will help keep water and chemical levels stable.

Have questions? Call Wetworks Pool and Spa today

At Wetworks Pool and Spa we do more than just build amazing pools and spas- we help Denver, Colorado homeowners maintain and protect their pools during the winter months.

If you have questions about how we can help you prepare your pool for winter, or you’d like more information about the other types of services we provide, call our office today at 720-401-0004 to speak with a team member.

Our family owned and operated company has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We’re fully licensed and insured and we have more than two decades of experience in the swimming pool industry.

Call Wetworks Pool and Spa today to learn more about why we’re the top-rated swimming pool service provider in Colorado.

In-ground swimming pools can be a wonderful place to spend time during the summer months, but if you’ve noticed that your hair (or your kids’ hair) has started to look a bit green, this can be fairly distressing.

The good news is that there is a solution to this- that does not involve shaving everyone’s heads.

Blondes need to be diligent

It’s long been said that blondes have more fun, but when it comes to ensuring long, golden locks don’t look like an algae bloom, well, there’s nothing fun about that.

If you have fair skin and hair, you don’t need to panic. If you add a few extra steps to your pre and/or post swimming routine, you may be able to ward off this problem entirely.

Make sure your hair is wet before you get into the pool

If you’re planning on taking a swim, you should make sure to wet your hair before you stop into the pool. Most people find that when they soak their hair with tap water in advance of a dip, the tap water provides a coating to their hair. This coating can help prevent the chlorine from turning it green.

Consider a stronger barrier

If you tend to wear a swimming cap when you stim, you may also want to consider purchasing a bottle of leave-in conditioner. Before you put the cap on, rub the conditioner into your hair. This will serve as a stronger barrier than a garden hose rinse.

Wash your hair when you get out of the pool

This may seem obvious, but the best way to remove pool chemicals from your hair is to wash your hair. Experts agree that shampooing and conditioning your hair after swimming in a chlorinated pool can help prevent your hair from looking green. Some people find that a clarifying shampoo works best for this purpose.

Put something acidic in your hair

We understand that this may sound a bit on the nutty side, but some people have reported success in using things like ketchup, tomato juice, vinegar and/or lemon juice to remove the chlorine-green from your hair. One of our customers said they have a bottle of conditioner that’s pre-mixed with vinegar. When her hair starts to look green she’ll condition her hair and leave the combo in for about 10 minutes. Later, after she rinses her hair with cold water, the green disappears. (Note- if you do this and it works, we’d love to hear from you in the comments!)

Pool experts in Denver, CO

Wetworks Pool and Spa has been the go-to swimming pool installation and maintenance experts in Denver, Colorado for more than two decades. We take a lot of pride in the work we do and we’re committed to ensuring all of our clients have the best customer service experience as possible.  

For more information on our company or to schedule a free consultation to discuss installing a custom swimming pool in your backyard, call us today at 720-401-0004 to learn more.

If already have a pool installed at your Denver-area home, you likely understand the importance of teaching your kids to swim out of safety concerns.

However, there a are countless other benefits of helping your children to develop a positive relationship with your pool.

Start early

A common question that we’re asked relates to age at which people should start teaching their kids to swim. Most research shows that if they don’t learn before age nine, they may never pick it up.

Ultimately, the sooner you can get your children in the water, the better. There are even some swim instruction classes that work with children as young as six months! Not only will this help them overcome any fear they might have of the water, it’s a great way to spend time with, and bond with your child.

Swimming can help keep kids healthy and fit

All parents who own pools in Denver, CO understand the importance of teaching their kids to swim for all of the obvious safety reasons. If a child falls into the water, you want to make sure they can get out of the pool on their own.

What they don’t always realize, is that once they are comfortable in the water, this opens up several sports opportunities for children. Some find they enjoy competitive swimming while others find they have an affinity for water polo.

Swimming is a great way to help keep your kids, and your entire family in shape; it can also enhance both physical and mental health.  Swimming is a great, low-impact form of aerobic exercise, which is wonderful for your heart.

Overweight children can swim in the backyard pool as a way to lose weight, since swimming has been known to burn more calories than a workout at the gym.

Swimming helps combat depression

Life can be stressful for every member of your family, but the good news is that swimming is an all-natural mood booster. Each time you swim, your body release endorphins, which can help to lessen your blue mood.

Some parents of developmentally disabled children have noticed that when the family spends time in the pool, swimming has helped to improve family ties.

Swimming is healthy and fun

Lastly, a dip in the backyard pool is fun for the whole family. Everyone enjoys spending time with their friends, cousins, aunts and uncles while in the water!

Are you thinking about installing a pool to help teach your kids to swim? We can help

At Wetworks Pool and Spa, our expert pool and spa design specialists are here to help you choose the perfect pool for you and your family.

If you can dream it, we can help you design it! Regardless as to whether you’re interested in something intricate and elaborate, or if you’re more wanting to talk to us about a more basic design, our design team is here to help. Call us today at 720-401-0004 to speak with one of our trained customer service representatives today.

If you have a friend who owns a pool, and that friend has a birthday coming up (and they’re the kind of person who truly has everything) you may be wondering what your options are in terms of a gift.

For this blog, we wanted to talk about some of the top-rated gift ideas that are perfect for the pool owner who seems to have it all.

You can’t go wrong with tech

Everyone (ok, well most everyone) loves technology. From Bluetooth speakers to keyless deadbolts, tech can be a lot of fun.

If your friend is among those who appreciate these types of toys, you’re in luck.

First, there’s a product called pHin that automatically monitors the chemical levels in the pool. If something starts to fall off, the device will send an alert to your friend’s smartphone.

There’s another app called Pool Doctor; for this, your friend will need to log the chemical readings of their pool when he or she takes them. The app will also provide alerts to notify them when they may need to add more.

Gifts for the avid swimmer

If you’re a friend is a competitive swimmer (or aspires to be one), there are some really cool gadgets they may be interested in.

Did you know there’s an underwater iPod? It’s true! Yes, the underwater audio waterproof iPod is a bit pricey, but if your friend spends a lot of time with their head half submerged in the water, this is a perfect gift.

If they’re looking for a way to measure their progress, The Speed Shine is an excellent choice. The device is the brainchild of Speedo and the popular activity tracker Misfit.

Lastly, if you’re trying to buy a gift for someone who may spend 4-5 hours in the pool at a time, you may be interested in something called Clear Comfort. Ultimately, this is a pool sanitization system that helps to eliminate the need for harmful chemicals. In addition to helping your friend’s pool eliminate its need for harsh chemicals (such as chlorine), it will also have benefits to your friend’s hair, skin and it can even help extend the life of their bathing suits—all of which are impacted by chemicals.

Pool and Spa experts in Denver

Wetworks Pool and Spa is a family owned and operated business that has more than 20 years of experience in the swimming pool industry. We enjoy getting to know our client, their needs and it’s our goal to develop long-term relationships with everyone we work with.

Our company has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and we’re fully licensed and insured.  When you work with us, you can rest easy in knowing you’re working with a swimming pool contractor and swimming pool maintenance company that’s truly a touch above the rest.

For more information on our company, the types of services we offer or to ask about the perfect gifts to buy for the pool owner who seems to have everything, call our office today at 720-401-0004 to get started.

August is already upon us which means the end of the summer is right around the corner. If you’re considering celebrating Labor Day weekend by throwing an outdoor bash, there are any number of fun things you can incorporate that will make the party memorable.

If you have a pool, well the possibilities expand even further.

Below are just a few tips for throwing a killer, end-of-summer pool party.

Décor is a must

Depending on your budget, you can spruce up the pool party by purchasing some fun, colorful pool floats (Oversized swans tend to be a crowd pleaser.) You can also pick up things like tiki torches and inflatable palm trees. The best part, is that a lot of this stuff may be on sale!

Make sure you have a first aid kit available

No one assumes that an accident will happen, but if something does go awry, you’ll want to make sure you’re covered. Include things like gauze bandages, tweezers, band aids, triple antibiotic ointment, scissors and hydrogen peroxide. You may also want to include a tube of burn cream just to be on the safe side.

Don’t go nuts on the adult beverages

If you plan on serving alcohol at your party, don’t’ go overboard. People tend to become dehydrated in the heat, and dehydration and alcohol don’t always mix well. You should also be sure to have lots of snacks and food available, in addition to a selection of non-alcoholic beverages available for designated drivers. If you notice that one or more of your guests may have overdone it, make sure to confiscate their car keys and call the an Uber when it’s time to head home.

Have extra sunscreen on hand

Sunscreen is one of those things that’s essential, but it’s also one of those things that people can tend to forget.  Nothing quite ruins a pool party like developing a candy-apple red sunburn. Be sure to set up a station that includes multiple bottles of sunscreen along with a bottle of aloe.

Don’t leave kids unattended

If small children will be attending your party, make sure they’re being watched while they’re in the pool, even if the kids are wearing swimmies. Safety first, after all! Second, try to discourage kids from running around the pool. If they trip on the concrete, they run the risk of injuring themselves.

Swimming pool pros in Denver, Colorado

If you currently have a swimming pool and you’d like to have one of our technicians come to your home in advance of your Labor Day Pool Party to make sure your pool is in tip-top shape, we can help. Or, if you’d like to speak with one of our swimming pool experts about the types of things you’ll need to do to winterize your pool once the temperature starts to cool, we can help with that, too.

For more information on our company, the types of services we provide or to schedule a free swimming pool maintenance estimate, call Wetworks Pool and Spa today at 720-401-0004 to get started.

If you have a family dog or you’re thinking about adopting a puppy, you’ll want to make sure that your fur babies are safe when they’re near the pool.

Your dog is a member of your family and the last thing anyone wants is to come home to find your four-legged family member had an accident that could have been preventable.

Below are some of the key ways you can keep your canine companion safe.

Teach your dog to swim

Several years ago, we had a client who had just adopted a rescue puppy. The pup was about 5 months old (which meant it still got plenty of bursts of “need to run full sprints now” energy.) At one point, when the dog was in full-blown zoomies mode, it did a flying superman leap directly into the center of the pool.

Of course, our client was alarmed and she ran over to help, but by the time she got to the edge of the pool her puppy had swam halfway the side, and the little tike had an enormous smile on her face.

This dog was a natural born swimmer (and now she has a hard time keeping the dog out of the water.) On the other hand, we’ve had clients in the past who had dogs that wanted nothing to do with the water. Some were even afraid of the pool!

If you’re able to teach your dog to swim, all the better. If they’re not at all interested in the water, there are still other ways you can keep them safe.

Consider a pool ramp

You may be surprised to learn that a growing number of companies make dog ramps for pools. A ramp will allow your pet to have an easy exit from the water, should they happen to fall in. Pool ramps are available from several online retailers.

Install a safety fence

This is a great idea for protecting pets and small children from accessing the pool when there’s no one around to supervise them. Pool fences come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, colors and sizes and they can be put up (and taken down) quickly.

Pool alarms are another option

If you’re not too keen on installing a fence around your pool, a pool alarm may be a better solution. A pool alarm detects water motion (ie: if a pet or toddler falls into the pool) it will sound an alarm. Although the alarm will not prevent a pet from falling into the water, it will alert you right away if this happens.

Have questions about pool safety? Call Wetworks Pool and Spa today

If you already have a pool and you’re wanting to talk to an expert pool technician about implementing several safety features to what you have, or you’re considering installing a pool and you want to have safety features built into the design, we can help.

For more information call Wetworks Pool and Spa today at 720-401-0004 to get started.

Deciding to install a pool in your Denver Metro home can be a very exciting time. Not only will you have a new, enjoyable space to relax with your family, it’ll be a perfect getaway when you get home from work after a long day at the office.

At this point, you’ve met with the contractor and you’ve chosen a design that works well with your back yard.

Your wife and kids have been having a heyday ordering rafts and toys off Amazon.

All that’s left is the install.

Here’s what you can expect that to look like.

Patience is key

In a perfect world you’d be able to snap your fingers and the whole thing would be done. We know you’re excited, but unfortunately, the Denver pool installation process is going to take a little longer than that.

Step 1

To start, the contractor will need to pull permits. Once that’s done they’ll need to begin excavation, which is the first step in this process.  Why? Because the place where your pool will be (when all of this is done) is going to have a lot of dirt in it. That dirt will need to be removed and hauled off before the preliminary construction of your pool can begin. You can expect this stage to be noisy and messy.

Step 2

After the dirt is removed, the Denver swimming pool construction will begin. The pool will be framed and you may begin to see signs of plumbing, which will be used for cleaner lines, drains and returns.

Step 3

Now that the preliminary work has been completed, the gunite will be installed. Ultimately, this is a layer of sand, water and cement that’s sprayed onto the framing to create a dense, hard layer. This will take some time to cure.

Step 4

After the gunite is fully cured the pool contractors will apply an interior finish, which will waterproof the shell. You’ll have quite a few options when it comes to colors and textures. This is also the time where an electrician will need to come in to complete the electrical work.

So how long will this take?

There are several factors that will come into play when it comes to providing an exact installation timeline. The best thing to do is to ask the Denver swimming pool contractor about this at the time they come out to design your pool.

Have questions? Call Wetworks Pool and Spa today

At Wetworks Pool and Spa it’s our goal to help you design a swimming pool that you’ll be able to enjoy for years to come.  For more information on our company, the types of services we provide or to get more detailed information about pool installation timelines, call us today at 720-401-0004 to speak with an experienced pool installation specialist in your area.

Call now to learn why we’re the most trusted and most word-of-mouth referred swimming pool contractor in the Denver metro area.