Salt Water vs. Chlorine?

Many pool owners are switching from the conventional chlorine swimming pools to salt water systems.  So what is the difference?  Instead of adding chlorine to your pool water in the traditional way, the salt water system requires that you add salt to achieve a target salinity.  The salt water system converts salt content in the water into chlorine needed to keep the pool water clean and … [Read more...]

Why Heat Your Pool?

In Vero Beach and Sebastian we have hot summers, warm autumns and cool winters. For most of the year we we don't need heaters running in our homes, but as the night cool down, our pools stay cooler as well, and not many of us like to jump in a cold pool. I know that I don't. I like my pool to be a little cool when I first get in, but I don't want it to be so cold that even when I swim laps I am … [Read more...]

Have Your Pool Checked For a Leak

This year, we are having a particularly dry season. When it is dry like this, your pool can lose water faster than you might otherwise think. There are simple tests that you can perform yourself to check if the pool water is simply evaporating, or if you actually have a leak. Of course, the best thing you can do is call us to come out and take a look for you. But if you are someone who likes to … [Read more...]

Types of Pool Heaters

With all the makes and models of pool heaters on the market, how do you select the best one to keep your pool water toasty warm.  Let's start by looking at the different types of pool heaters on the market. There are basically four types of pool heaters to choose from: 1. Electric Resistance Heaters Typically used to heat small therapy pools and portable spas, electric resistance heaters … [Read more...]

How Does a Heat Pump Work?

When it comes to heating your pool water to the perfect temperature for a refreshing swim with your family, you have a few choices. A popular choice for Florida pools is the heat pump type of pool heater. A heat pump  draws heat from the surrounding air which is inherently less expensive than heat produced by burning a fuel such as natural gas or propane. Here is a quick video that will explain … [Read more...]

Review: Leak Detection and Repair

"We have been struggling with a pool leak for years. We had our pool “repaired” at least 3 times before. Jeremy and Absolute Pool Repair did such a great job fixing our leak that we actually had to drain our pool for the first time ever after a couple days of rain! Amazing job and great people to work with." ~Mike and Trisha Fox - Vero Beach, Florida Review: Leak Detection and Repair … [Read more...]

Pool Heater Repair in IRC

Absolute Pool Repair owner Jeremy Spilman has built an excellent reputation in Vero Beach, and Indian River County for his ability to troubleshoot and fix the most difficult swimming pool leaks. Along with the right diagnostic tools, Jeremy also possesses the innate logic and observational skills that it take4s to correctly diagnose any problem with your pool or its systems. To be candid, almost … [Read more...]

Importance of Fixing the Leak

A leak in a swimming pool may seem like an insignificant problem to many pool owners. "I'll just keep filling it up with the hose" they think, "what's the big deal?" However, you may be unaware of all the damage a pool leak can cause if left untreated, leading to very costly pool repairs and pool deck repairs down the road. I would like to briefly touch on a few common problems that can be caused … [Read more...]

Leak Detection Guarantee

Here at Absolute Pool Repair, swimming pool leak detections are our specialty.  With over 20 years experience working on swimming pools, the best leak detection equipment money can buy, and a college education from Florida State University, we guarantee we will find your leak! "We guarantee we will find your leak or we will come back for free! " We are also fully licensed and insured to do pool … [Read more...]

Swimming Pool in 9 Minutes

Watch as time lapse photography captures workers build an in-ground swimming pool in a little over 9 minutes. Watch the video: http://youtu.be/SEme88opEtU Swimming Pool in 9 minutes is brought to you by Absolute Pool Repair, your pool repair, leak detection, and pool renovation expert in the Vero Beach area.   … [Read more...]