FAN FAVORITE: Automatic Pool Cleaners Explained: Suction, Pressure & Robotic Options

FAN FAVORITE: Automatic Pool Cleaners Explained: Suction, Pressure & Robotic Options

We're having all the BACKYARD FAMILY FUN at Pride Pool, Spas and Leisure Products [https://pridepools.com/] in Savannah AND Claxton while producer Dee talks with Alex Smith about making pool ownership easier through automatic cleaning.   Alex explains the Pool Care Center and the three main types of automatic pool cleaners: suction-side (runs through the skimmer), pressure-side (requires a booster pump and is standard on their in-ground installs), and robotic (corded or cordless and adaptable to vinyl, fiberglass, or concrete pools, especially for retrofits).   They discuss how choosing the right cleaner depends on above-ground vs. in-ground pools, pool size, shape, and depth, and why buying online can lead to the wrong model. Alex notes manufacturer rebates, Pride Pool’s extended warranty as an authorized service center, and other battery-operated cleaning devices for debris-heavy pools and swim spas, plus the importance of scheduling cleaners when no one is swimming.   FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Welcome to Pride Pool 00:53 Pool Care Center Tour 01:23 Why Automatic Cleaners 02:27 Three Cleaner Types 04:02 App Control and Setup 05:16 Choosing the Right Cleaner 07:44 Avoiding Online Mistakes 09:39 Suction vs Pressure Explained 11:26 Leave Cleaner in Pool 13:55 Rebates and Extended Warranty 16:12 Service After the Sale 18:04 Fast Fixes for Party Season 18:21 Swim Spa Cleaning Tools 19:31 Leaf Vac and Leaf Eater 22:33 Testing New Cleaners 23:37 Cordless Cleaner Deals 24:51 Match Cleaner to Pool 29:07 Scheduling Safety Story 32:37 Cleaner Types Breakdown 34:01 Wrap Up and Visit Us   LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS: TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page [https://pridepools.com/] TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations [https://pridepools.com/locations/] TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/pool-design/] TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/spa-design-center/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS [https://pridepools.com/products/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES [https://pridepools.com/services/] EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com [info@pridepools.com] PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/pridepoolsandspas/] PRIDE POOLS on X [https://x.com/PridePools] PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/pride_pools_spas_leisure] PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@pridepool]

FAN FAVORITE: Pool Maintenance 101 | Pride Pools in Savannah and Claxton

In this Backyard Family Fun episode brought to you by Pride Pool, Spas, and Leisure Products [https://pridepools.com/], Dee talks with Marshall Smith about pool maintenance (with spa maintenance covered separately).   They discuss whether owners should maintain pools themselves or use Pride’s weekly, biweekly, or monthly service, noting automation can make DIY easier. Marshall explains that while water chemistry and testing water samples matter, circulation and filtration are even more critical, and he frames pool care as three parts: water chemistry, automation, and cleaning, strongly recommending an automatic pool cleaner.   He outlines common filtration systems and recommends sand filters, which dominate their southeast Georgia pools, for easier, lower-cost ownership. They explain backwashing using a pressure gauge (about 8–10 psi over normal), typical frequency, and replacing sand every 3–5 years, plus signs of leaks, pump failure indicators (noise), and how automation can save time and energy and be controlled via an app.   FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Pool Maintenance Intro 01:12 DIY or Pro Service 02:33 Water Chemistry Basics 04:11 Three Keys to Care 06:18 Best Filter Types 08:35 Backwashing Explained 12:08 Leak Signs and Fixes 15:50 When Pumps Fail 17:15 Automation Costs and Benefits 21:02 Wrap Up and Links   LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS: TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page [https://pridepools.com/] TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations [https://pridepools.com/locations/] TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/pool-design/] TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/spa-design-center/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS [https://pridepools.com/products/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES [https://pridepools.com/services/] EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com [info@pridepools.com] PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/pridepoolsandspas/] PRIDE POOLS on X [https://x.com/PridePools] PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/pride_pools_spas_leisure] PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@pridepool]

Pride Pools Company Culture: Personalized Service, Product Knowledge & Pool Maintenance in Savannah and Claxton

In this episode of Backyard Family Fun, producer Dee Daniels is hanging out at Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products [https://pridepools.com/] in Savannah, Georgia, with marketing and public relations director Joe Driggers to discuss the company’s 51st year in business and the culture behind its long-standing customer relationships in Savannah and Claxton.   Driggers explains that Pride Pools’ culture comes from its PRIDE mission statement: personalized service, readiness to serve, intelligent product knowledge, dedication, and enthusiasm to go the extra mile, supported by ongoing training and honest product guidance. They highlight multi-generation customers, employee longevity, and the broader backyard-retreat offerings beyond pools and spas, including grills and smokers. The episode also notes current job openings for retail sales associates and pool maintenance and water care specialists, with benefits including 401(k), sick pay, vacation time, and paid industry-related training.   FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Welcome to Backyard Family Fun 00:35 Meet Dee and Joe 01:10 51 Years of Pride 01:57 Personalized Service 04:04 Ready to Serve 05:08 Product Knowledge Matters 07:42 Dedication and Tenure 08:54 Extra Mile Enthusiasm 10:26 More Than Pools 12:13 Join the Pride Team 14:17 Benefits and Training 15:44 Wrap Up and Referrals 17:36 Thanks and How to Connect   LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS: TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page [https://pridepools.com/] TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations [https://pridepools.com/locations/] TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/pool-design/] TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/spa-design-center/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS [https://pridepools.com/products/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES [https://pridepools.com/services/] EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com [info@pridepools.com] PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/pridepoolsandspas/] PRIDE POOLS on X [https://x.com/PridePools] PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/pride_pools_spas_leisure] PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@pridepool]

The Best Q&A for Pool Maintenance: Circulation, Filtration, Chemistry | Backyard Family Fun

Backyard Family Fun brought to you by Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products [https://pridepools.com/]   Dee Daniels sits down with Marshall Smith at Pride Pools’ Savannah location to answer common pool and spa questions for the May swim season. Marshall explains three core pillars of easy DIY pool maintenance—circulation (run the pump to prevent stagnation and reduce chemical costs), filtration (sand, cartridge, or DE, with sand being easiest to maintain), and chemistry (balancing pH, calcium hardness, total alkalinity, and metals, plus sanitizing, oxidizing/shocking, and algae treatment).   They define “shocking” as oxidation and recommend at least every two weeks during peak season, adjusting for bather load, pool size, environment, and adding fresh water. Ideal pH range is 7.2–7.6 (about 7.4 preferred) for swimmer comfort, water clarity, and equipment longevity. They also cover proper water-sample collection, Pride Pools’ free labeled bottles, where to take samples, and convenient drop-off boxes at Savannah and Claxton locations.   FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:  00:00 Welcome and Season Kickoff 01:16 Pool Care Three Pillars 02:47 Circulation Run the Pump 04:03 Filtration Types Explained 05:44 Chemistry Balance and Sanitize 09:27 Shocking Oxidizing Basics 12:12 How Often to Shock 13:32 pH Sweet Spot 17:20 Water Testing Sample Tips 22:49 Drop Off Convenience and Wrap Up     LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS: TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page [https://pridepools.com/] TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations [https://pridepools.com/locations/] TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/pool-design/] TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/spa-design-center/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS [https://pridepools.com/products/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES [https://pridepools.com/services/] EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com [info@pridepools.com] PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/pridepoolsandspas/] PRIDE POOLS on X [https://x.com/PridePools] PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/pride_pools_spas_leisure] PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@pridepool]

Beat the Heat, Don’t Chase It: In-Ground Pool Planning, Timing, and Heaters with Pride Pools

Producer Dee Daniels hosts Backyard Family Fun at Pride Pools’ Savannah location [https://pridepools.com/] with senior project manager and in-ground pool specialist Warren Fair to discuss when and how to start the in-ground pool process. [https://pridepools.com/pool-design/]   Fair explains the “beat the heat, don’t chase it” approach: planning early helps secure a dig date and maximize swim season, since building involves design, permitting, scheduling, manufacturing, and construction. He notes a common sweet spot is January through March (even early May), with permits and pool manufacturing often running about 45 days, but timelines can extend due to demand, flood-zone reviews, or manufacturing delays.   Fair says pools can be built year-round, with fall builds helping yards recover faster, and season-extension options include heaters, heat pumps, solar covers, and retrofits. He recommends getting on the dig list early with refundable deposits until the pool is ordered and bringing yard photos and a plat for planning.   FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:27 Pool Season Buzz 01:01 Beat the Heat Planning 02:04 Inground Build Process 03:12 Design It Right 04:48 Best Time to Start 08:10 If You Missed the Window 09:41 Dig List Scheduling 11:05 Delays and Hiccups 13:12 Heaters and Covers 15:21 Retrofit Later Options 16:38 Getting Off the Fence 17:45 Backyard Prep Tips 19:11 Wrap Up and Thanks   LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS: TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page [https://pridepools.com/] TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations [https://pridepools.com/locations/] TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/pool-design/] TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER [https://pridepools.com/spa-design-center/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS [https://pridepools.com/products/] TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES [https://pridepools.com/services/] EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com [info@pridepools.com] PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/pridepoolsandspas/] PRIDE POOLS on X [https://x.com/PridePools] PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/pride_pools_spas_leisure] PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@pridepool]