The opening of this location continues the growth and mission of Campbell’s Pool & Spa, which is to provide excellent service and support to customers using the latest in industry technology.  Other Campbell’s Pool & Spa locations in the area include Knoxville on Papermill Drive and Lenoir City on Highway 321 North.  The Maryville opening marks the 3rd Campbell’s Pool & Spa location in East Tennessee. This location is equipped to provide water testing, chemicals, parts, equipment, and accessories for all pool or spa needs. Also available are above ground pools, spas and grills.  Store hours for Maryville are: Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri 9 am to 6 pm, Wed 10 am to 6 pm, and Sat 10 am to 5 pm.

All three Campbell’s locations will be celebrating the Maryville opening with special sales and discounts. Campbell’s Maryville location will host Phil Williams, of NewsTalk radio from 3 to 6 on Friday, May 25. We will have WIVK present for live broadcasts Saturday, Sunday and Monday, May 26-28 also.  On Saturday, June 2 from 10 am to 4 pm the Medic donor bus will be at Campbell’s Pool & Spa Maryville for those who wish to donate blood.  Other festivities will be present on the grand opening weekend at the Maryville location.

Campbell’s Pool & Spa has been in business in East Tennessee for over 35 years. In that span of time it has installed over 3500 in-ground pools and countless more spas helping families to live the good life.  Campbell’s offers pool design services and is a full service contractor for your pool installation. Other services offered include pool and spa maintenance, service, and refurbish departments. Let Campbell’s Pool & Spa help you and your family live the good life!!!

A few ways to help your family be water conscious is to teach children the basic of water safety early. Tell them the rules and what to do when around water and make sure they are in the presence of an adult at all times. Have an emergency plan in place if something were to ever happen and always have access to a phone to call for help. Also make sure your pool is up to date with all local and national safety regulations including pool alarms. This simple step could be the difference in life and death.

These are just a few ways to insure water safety around your home. For more information please visit National Water Safety Month at www.nationalwatersafetymonth.com.

For more information on the newest ADA regulations please visit http://www.ada.gov/.

By far the most common indication of a leak is the water level dropping faster than what is normally attributable to evaporation or splashing out. Often leaks are big enough that the water loss is obvious. If you wake-up to find that your pool has dropped several inches overnight you know you’ve got a problem. The bigger challenges are the smaller leaks that may develop slowly. In these cases it is important to determine what is “normal water loss” and thus avoid wasting time looking for and worrying about a leak that may not be there.

If you have an automatic fill device on your pool a dropping water level may not be as readily evident; high water bills may be the first indication of a leak problem. You may also notice an increase in the chemicals required to maintain balance, or that there is excess algae growth because the new water that’s being put into the pool is untreated.

Other pool leak symptoms may be actual physical evidence of the water that is leaking from your pool. Wet, mushy, or “healthy” spots in the lawn may be evidence of underground plumbing leaks. Structural damage, cracks, and settling of the deck or pool may also be indications of underground leaks. If left un-repaired, these problems can quickly become more serious.

Once you know you have a pool leak it’s time for action. The longer a leaking pipe, liner or pool shell is left un-repaired the more costly the eventual fix will be. You have options, some pool leaks can be easy to find and fix. In most cases however a qualified, and experienced pool leak professional will be able to provide more efficient and effective pool leak location and pool leak repair solutions that get you back into the water. Call your pool company to have a trained professional come out and decide whether or not you may have a leak and how best to go about fixing it. Most of the time this will save money and hassle in the long run because they can find and fix the leak faster.

So for the those of you out there that are having this debate, here are some things to consider:

In-Ground vs. Above-ground Cost:

In most cases, inground pools—be it vinyl, concrete, or fiberglass—are going to cost, on average, between 30-70k. Although this is a big range, it’s an honest and realistic one.

You may have seen an in-ground pool advertised for “$14,999!” or something to that degree, but I can pretty much assure  you that anyone doing this is giving you a warped picture as to what to expect when the bill comes in. In other words, although the pool body itself may just cost $14,999 to be installed, I can almost bet you the following is probably not included:

• Patio/Decking around the pool
• Electrical Hookup
• Grading/Landscaping/etc.
• Accessories (Like salt chlorine generators, heaters, covers, etc.)

Obviously, the size, options, and type of pool are going to greatly impact where you fall in this “average” range, but 30-70k is a good start.

When purchasing an above ground pool, there are 3 main cost areas:

1. The price of the kit itself (normally 2-7k)
2. The price of the installation (typically 1-5k)
3. The price of the pool surround/decking (if any)

In other words, most above ground pools, installed, cost 3-12k, not including any decking at all. And as you might imagine, decking often times will cost more than the pool itself, especially if you’re looking to surround much of the structure itself.

Inground vs. Above Ground Pool Size

Believe it or not, an above ground pool can be every bit as large as an inground pool. For example, a 30’ round above ground pool actually has more area than a 18×36 inground pool. With an above ground you’re generally limited to one uniform depth throughout.

Maintenance

When comparing the two types of pools and their required maintenance, there really isn’t much difference in terms of chemicals and cleaning, although if you don’t have a deck around your above ground pool that makes it much harder to get around and vacuum.

Longevity

The average above ground pool will last 7-15 years before the structure gives out, although their liners will last 5-9 years before they have to be replaced.

For an inground structure, the longevity really is contingent on the type of pool. For example, fiberglass should last well over 20 years. Vinyl pools should have a structure that lasts just as long, but their liner needs to be replaced on average every 6-11 years. As for concrete, their structure should also last a very long time, but keep in mind they may need to be resurfaced every 9-13 years.

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• It uses an exclusive permanent magnet motor which is fundamentally a more energy efficient design compared to traditional induction motors.
• It includes a variable speed capability, digital controls, and proprietary software that allow custom programming for optimum pump speeds for specific needs. The result is up to 90%  in savings compared to other one-speed or two-speed high efficiency pumps.

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These are safety steps you can adopt at your pool:

• Always watch your children when they are in or near a pool or spa
• Teach children basic water safety tips
• Keep children away from pool drains, pipes and other openings to avoid entrapments
• Have a portable telephone close by at all times when you or your family are using a pool
• If a child is missing, look for him or her in the pool first
• Share safety instructions with family, friends and neighbors

• Learn how to swim and teach your child how to swim
• Learn to perform CPR on children and adults, and update those skills regularly
• Understand the basics of life-saving so that you can assist in a pool emergency

• Install a four-foot or taller fence around the pool and spa and use self-closing and self-latching gates; ask your neighbors to do the same at their pools.
• Install and use a lockable safety cover.
• If your house serves as a fourth side of a fence around a pool, install door alarms and always use them. For additional protection, install window guards on windows facing pools or spas.
• Install pool and gate alarms to alert you when children go near the water
• Ensure any pool you use has compliant drain covers, and ask your pool service provider if you do not know
• Maintain pool covers in good working order
• Consider using a surface wave or underwater alarm
• Check your local regulations to see if some of these items are required by law.

Space-saver

For those who don’t have a ton of space to work with the footprint of a swim spa is much more manageable. Most swim spas are 8 feet by 16 and around 52 inches deep. This makes them a much better option for the space conscious consumer.

Lower Price Tag

With the average in-ground pool costing around $30,000 most people can get away with spending half of what they would to build a pool. They can also be less expensive to maintain each month saving the owner loads of cash during the life of the spa.

Year-round rehabilitation and relaxation

Some swim spas also offer additional jets for relaxation and therapeutic purposes. An owner can perform rehabilitation exercises in the swim spa. Then later that day relax near the warm and bubbly jets for muscle and joint relief. Other health benefits can include improving blood circulation, inducing better sleep at night, and reducing arthritis pain.

Underwater gym at home

A swim spa is a great option for a low impact work out. An owner can decide to turn on the current jets and simulate lap swimming or purchase a variety of exercise equipment designed for use in a swim spa. This also helps with those who are more conscious of being able to exercise in the comfort of their own surroundings.

Safe fun for the entire family

Swim spas are a great option for families with children. The depth is perfect for parents to be able to let their children play and swim while only being a feet away at the other side of the swim spa. It is a great way for parents to also teach their children how to swim. It is a much more controlled environment and they can bring toys and game to make the lesson even more beneficial.

Lower maintenance

The maintenance functions are really no different from a pool to a swim spa. You will need to monitor pH levels and sanitization is most important. But even though the steps might be the same you will use less chemicals saving you money in the long run.

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