Author Archives: CIPS
What YOU Need to Know to Buy an Above Ground Pool.
Posted on by CIPSBefore you go to visit pool stores or showrooms, it’s a great idea to know what you’re looking for and what you want! There are a lot of different kinds of above ground pools, and different ways to install them. I’m going to give you a few things to think about–answer all of these questionsContinue reading »
I am a Pool Geek.
Posted on by CIPSI am a Pool Geek. There. I’ve said it. And it’s true! When I see a pool, or a water sample, I immerse myself in the world of that pool! I want to know its history, the set-up, I want to explore all the individual properties of that water and discover why it’s so beautifullyContinue reading »
How Do I Clear Up my Pool Water?
Posted on by CIPS“Oh, no…. Really?” That’s almost always the thought that runs through my head when I see a pool looking a little hazy…or downright cloudy. Instantly I’m grabbing all of my testing supplies and checking to see what the problem could be. First thought: How’s my filter system? Is there plenty of water flow? When didContinue reading »
Mineral Springs Pool vs Salt Pool: Pros and Cons
Posted on by CIPSFirst off, to eliminate any confusion, a salt pool is still a chlorine pool. One more time: salt pools are still chlorine pools. There seems to be a lot of confusion about this, as if salt were a chlorine alternative. Such is NOT the case. Any pool using salt or minerals is also using aContinue reading »
We’re the Best Pool Company in Des Moines, Iowa.
Posted on by CIPSWe are the best pool company in Des Moines, Iowa. Aw, heck, we’ll go so far as to say all of Central Iowa. Big claim? Sure, but let me tell you why we think so, by listing: Top 5 Things to Know about YOUR Pool Company! 1. We are Licensed & Insured. Why is thisContinue reading »