Aqua Fitness and Social Distancing
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Aqua Fitness and Social Distancing

With all of us hunkering down at home and gyms closed for the foreseeable future, taking care of our physical bodies can be tough. Sure, you can dust off those old jazzercise...

Your Ideal Pool Float Based on Your Zodiac Sign
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Your Ideal Pool Float Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Things are heating up and we’re sure you’re itching to go for a dip. But with all of the awesome float offerings at The Great Escape, choosing the right one...

5 Reasons to Consider an Above Ground Pool
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5 Reasons to Consider an Above Ground Pool

With summer around the corner, are you day-dreaming of cool drinks waterside? It’s a time of year that conjures up images of backyard barbeques, suntanning and...

Pool Care 101: Algae Invaders
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Pool Care 101: Algae Invaders

Now that the weather is finally warming up and pool owners across the Midwest are drawing back their winter covers, most will see mysterious globs of green, yellow or...

8 Tips for Landscaping Around Your Above Ground Pool or Hot Tub
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8 Tips for Landscaping Around Your Above Ground Pool or Hot Tub

Whether you recently installed a new pool or hot tub, or are simply looking to rejuvenate your backyard space, here are some handy tips on summer landscaping around a...

Opening Your Pool (Yay!)
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Opening Your Pool (Yay!)

It's time to open your pool!

Smart Pool Base:  Pool Smarts From the Bottom Up
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Smart Pool Base: Pool Smarts From the Bottom Up

Smart Pool Base is exclusively manufactured and sold by The Great Escape — created to safe-guard your pool liner from rips and tears due to ground shift, and ensur...

Buying a Pool: Tips You Need to Know
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Buying a Pool: Tips You Need to Know

Ready to make a splash? Not sure where to start? Here is a customer's guide to prepare for the purchase and installation of your new above-ground pool!

Frequently Asked Questions Involving Pumps
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Frequently Asked Questions Involving Pumps

Why is my pump cutting off and on every 5-10 seconds?-  Hayward motors are factory wired for 240 volts unless the motor is 120 volts ONLY. Check the voltage of the...

May Is Water Safety Month
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May Is Water Safety Month

Safety is one of the most important factors to consider when using or caring for your pool. The following Safety Recommendations are supplied by the Consumer Product...

Frequently Asked Questions Involving Filters
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Frequently Asked Questions Involving Filters

DE FiltersWhy does my filter pressure rise very quickly, even after backwashing?-  D.E. filters filter the water down to 1-3 microns, every time the water passes...

Benefits of Nature2
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Benefits of Nature2

The patented Nature2 mineral technology by Zodiac Pool Systems uses safe, elemental mineral ingredients to create pool water that is noticeably cleaner, clearer, and...

First Time Buyer Advice
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First Time Buyer Advice

Things to Consider When Deciding on a Pool:Choosing a pool is no easy decision - these days there’s a swimming pool that’s right for virtually every individual...