Water Softener Law Mistaken as Salt Ban

Misunderstandings about a new California law led some to believe — incorrectly — that salt chlorine generators have been banned there.

The law addresses a specific type of residential water softener that releases salty water into sewage systems. Currently, the state is looking to increase the amount of nonpotable water it recycles for use in areas such as agriculture and landscaping. High salt levels complicate that process.

The new law allows local agencies to place restrictions — or outright bans — on such products after taking public comments.

Among the kinds of softeners not covered are activated carbon, reverse osmosis and exchange-tank softeners.

Regions affected by the legislation stretch from Southern California north past Sacramento.

After the law passed, EcoSmarte, a manufacturer of nonsalt alternative purification systems for homes and pools, broadcast-faxed a note to pool and spa professionals across the nation stating that the law banned salt chlorine generators in the state. Click Here to Read the Full Article

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Winterizing Your Pool

As you can tell from the change in temperature, it's becoming time to winterize your pool.

Here's a couple quick tips to consider:
- Start by checking the pH level of your pool, confirming it is near 7.5
- Check the chlorine level, to make sure algae doesn't accumulate during the winter
- Run your pump about 6 hours each day to prevent algae build-up
- Check for any leaks
- Switch your skimmer valve off and drain water about 6 inches below the skimmers bottom
- Clean your summer winter cover
- Drain water from your pump, filter, and heater (look for a drain plug!)

For more tips on winterizing pools, please visit our website!

Fire & Water

The temperature is starting to drop, leaves are starting to change, and fall is officially upon us.

Despite the change in the weather, it's never too early to start planning on building a pool. At Aloha Pools, they know a couple tricks to help keep your pool warm and cozy.

Outside and warm this winter, weather in your Aloha Spa or by your Aloha Fire Pit.
Aloha Pools' team of swimming pool designers will combine expert-crafted pools with flickering firelight drawing silhouettes of carefree participants passing by the flames. Enjoy the peace of the evening in your Aloha Pool watching the dancing of colors created by fire.

For more information on Fire and Water, and Aloha Pools, professional Charlotte swimming pool contractors, please visit our site.

Fall / Winter Pool Tips

Unfortunately, summer is coming to an end, and your pool will stop being used as frequently. To make sure it stays in mint condition until the next season, here's a couple helpful hints...

Ideal pool conditions from winter to spring:
- Running on freeze protection & low filtration hours
- 99% salt generators have been in sleep mode (not producing chlorine)
- Low chlorine and salt readings are to be expected until salt is added and generator is turned on.

Recommended to do list:
- Boost or shock Aqua Pure every six weeks in Fall / Winter
- Increase salt levels from 3000 - 3500 ppm by adding salt as required
- Skimmer and pump baskets should be cleaned

For more pool tips, and information on Swimming Pool Construction in Charlotte, please visit our website or contact our office.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are a couple common questions our clients have asked our swimming pool builders over the past couple years...

How many hours do I need to run my automatic pool cleaner?
As much as necessary to keep your pool clean. Don’t over use if your pool is clean. Shut off after pool is clean to conserve your cleaner life and energy bill.

How often should I clean my pool filter?
Every 45 days is a good rule of thumb.

For more information on your pool, please visit our website.

Steps in building a Pool

Many homeowners are wary of what is all involved in putting a brand new, in ground swimming pool in there backyard. To help alleviate some worries, here are some steps that Aloha Pools follows in the pool building process:

1) Fact finding meeting with homeowner to analyze site
2) Draft a detailed plan, prepare detailed cost estimate, and present to homeowner
3) Contact, construction plans, and obtain permits
4) Site prep and layout

These are just the beginning steps! Please visit our website to see all the steps that our swimming pool contactors and designers take when building your own pool!

Benefits of Having your Own Pool

As the temperature continues to heat-up, many people start to think to themselves, "it sure would be nice to have my own pool, but would it really be worth it...?" For all those who are on the fence about getting your own pool, let me share with you a couple of the major benefits of being a pool-owner.

1) They can be considered an investment, adding extreme value to your home, especially in such a poor-housing market.

2) Consider it your own personal oasis; the perfect place to take a break from real-life stress and relax.

3) Don't have time to get to the gym? Swimming is a superior work-out, burning more than 11 calories a minute.

There are several more benefits to having a pool, but these are some that are less-thought of.

Let Aloha Pools satisfy your wants and needs. Visit our website to see some of our beautiful pool designs, and how we can add value to your lifestyle.

Swimming Pool Dangers

With the onset of the summer months and the bringing of the hot weather plus kids being out of school, a swimming pool is a great way to relax and to stay cool.

But with a pool, you must be responsible for not only the upkeep, but the safety of your guests.

1) Put a fence around the pool or around the yard to keep the neighbors out. I know when I was growing up, one of the most exciting things to do was to sneak into the neighbors yard in the middle of the night to swim in their pool.
2) All approved guests, make sure they know how to swim. Even if they are in a couple of feet deep, they could still drown.
3) Always watch the kids while they are in the pool. Make sure they and adult kids are not diving into the pool at the shallow end.
4) Stress proper pool behavior. No running, no dunking, no rough play.
5) Always wear sunscreen
6) Keep the pool clean -- no soiled diapers
7) Don't keep electrical equipment near the pool
8) Stay away from the drains

There are manyy other common sense rules that you should follow to make your perfect day an enjoyable one, and not having it turn into a nightmare.

Who We Are

Aloha Pools builds custom made pools and spas in and around the Charlotte North Carolina area. Aloha Pools is a family owned business since 1984. We specialize in building pools with water features and fire pits.

To learn more and see some of our work please visit us at www.poolsbyaloha.com