Close

Uncategorized

How to Fine-Tune the pH of Your Pool Water

A water pH tester at Locey Swim & Spa.

<< Back to Blog Facebook Instagram If your pool water appears cloudy, stings your eyes, or has an unpleasant odor, your pH level may be out of balance. Even a small jump, from 7.5 to 8.0, can reduce chlorine’s effectiveness by nearly 50%. That opens the door to algae, bacteria, […]

Read More

3 Tips if You’re Thinking of Building a New Pool

Locey's team helping a client build a new fiberglass pool.

<< Back to Blog Facebook Instagram As summer approaches, Kalamazoo natives are considering one of life’s biggest questions: can I build a pool in my backyard? But, before breaking ground, there’s a lot of research to do. What kind of swimming pool do you want? Where should you put it? […]

Read More

The Best Hot Tub Chemicals for Sensitive Skin

A hot tub in Locey's showroom.

<< Back to Blog Facebook Instagram If you have sensitive skin, finding the right hot tub treatment can be a real chore. You want to use fewer harsh chemicals, but not all natural hot tub products are great at killing algae and harmful bacteria. But, stronger products often have a […]

Read More

Above-Ground Pool Ideas On a Budget

<< Back to Blog Facebook Instagram If you’ve been considering a backyard pool but aren’t sure if it fits into your budget, you may want to consider an above-ground pool. As a more cost-effective alternative to in-ground pools, they offer a lot of wallet-friendly benefits, such as reduced maintenance costs, […]

Read More

5 Romantic Hot Tub Date Night Ideas

A couple enjoying a late-night date in a hot tub.

<< Back to Blog Facebook Instagram It’s almost Valentine’s Day and, without fail, couples in Kalamazoo are searching for a fun, quiet way to spend a romantic evening. But, what if there was a way to build an intimate space and a romantic atmosphere right in your backyard? With a […]

Read More