We’ve all heard rumors about swimming and swimming pools, but are they true? Wait an hour after you eat to swim – Some truth. The truth is, when your stomach is digesting food, more blood goes to your stomach to aid in digestion, leaving less blood in your other muscles. If you over work those muscles, you may get cramps. … Read More
Pool Leak or Evaporation?
Pool leaks can happen anywhere in or outside your pool. Before you start looking for the leak, make sure you check the filter system area, including the filter, heater, pump, and chlorinator. In an inground pool, leaks can occur by cracked pipes underground. If this is the case, call Ohana Pool & Spa to test the lines for possible cracks. … Read More
Safety Around Your Pool
Are you thinking of remodeling your swimming pool? Adding safety precautions is a terrific reason to remodel your pool area. You may want to add a fence or pool safety nets to protect children and pets. You will also want to be certain that your pool has the latest anti-entrapment equipment to prevent hair or body parts from being sucked … Read More
Green Algae
Green algae can be different shades of green. It can appear dark green, blue green and yellow green. Green algae is the most common algae in a swimming pool. It can stick to walls and steps and can float freely. If it is left untreated, it could damage the filter as well as your pool surfaces. Ohana Pool & Spa … Read More
Rain Water and Swimming Pools
There isn’t anything better than a cool dip on a hot day or just lounging by the pool. With that said, there is no avoiding the rain. The extra water can affect your pool water and the chemistry. It can make your pool unsanitary and even cause it to lose its visual appeal. The chemical imbalance does not come from … Read More
Chemical Management
Chemical management includes testing the water and adding chemicals to keep it pH balanced. Pool chemicals include chlorine tablets and shock, balancers, clarifiers and algaecides. Equipment maintenance involves keep the pool filter and pump running efficiently by cleaning the filters and baskets and watching over the total operation. Ohana Pool & Spa is very qualified to take care of you … Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day
Ohana Pool & Spa would like to wish everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day! Give us a call to have your Maui swimming pool ready to sit back and celebrate with your special someone! Our services include Maui swimming pool cleanings, maintenance, repairs, chemicals, water testing and safety checks of your swimming pool equipment.
Ways to Create Gathering Spots in and Around Your Pool
Who does not love gathering around the swimming pool on a beautiful day? Your ideal entertainment space can offer options. A few options would include: Swim-Up Bars/Sometimes you don’t want to get out of the water, but the bar is where the action is! Outdoor Kitchens/The kitchen many times becomes the main gathering place when entertaining. Why not bring the … Read More
Do You Have a Healthy Pool?
Is your pool a healthy pool? You can use your senses to see if it is. Use your sight to look for clear blue water. Use your touch to check for smooth and clean tiles. You can use your smell to make sure there are no strong odors. Finally, you can listen to your pool cleaning equipment to make sure … Read More
Swimming Pool Maintenance
Your swimming pool is the centerpiece of family fun. Unfortunately, without the proper maintenance, your sparkling pool will get smelly and dirty. Proper maintenance is not as fun as splashing and swimming. There are five basic swimming pool step to proper maintenance: Skim the Surface Brush the Walls Vacuum the Floor Clean the Filter Wash the Deck Call Ohana Pool … Read More