Jessica reminds us back-to-school means it’s time to start thinking about closing the pool this fall. Call to get on the schedule now and come grab the proper BioGuard winter chemicals to put your pool in hibernation! Read more
Do you watch your favorite four-legged friend when he or she goes outside? Do they love your swimming pool? Do they drink the water?
It’s really not a good idea for dogs to drink pool water.
In this article, we look at how to keep your dog from drinking pool water. Read more
Did you know it’s vital to test your swimming pool water often throughout the pool season?
Did you also know we will test your water for free? This article explains why you should use our free Alex water testing all season long! Read more
Once the weather starts to cool, it’s time to start thinking about closing your pool. You want to think about two things:
- Pool chemicals
- Testing your water
We encourage you to bring us a water sample so you can make sure your pool water is balanced before you put it to bed. In addition, grab these winter chemicals from Townley Pool and Spa for closing your pool.

Take Care of Your Pool All Year Long
Off-season products are designed to care for your pool during the months when your pool is not being used. These are our two favorites.
Arctic Blue® Shock
- Multi-purpose winter shock used to oxidize and clarify through the off season
- Restores water clarity
- Use of product makes pool opening easier
- Ideal for all pool surfaces
Algae All 60®
- Excellent for use with pools with attached spas or fountains
- Works in chlorinated or brominated pools
- Prevents all types of algae
- Can be used with the 3-Step BioGuard Care System
Why Go Through the Hassle of Closing Your Pool?
Closing your pool makes maintenance easy during the off months. It also keeps things under control until you are ready to open your pool.
Closing your pool properly means an easier spring opening that can help save effort, time, and money!

We proudly carry BioGuard pool chemicals for the health and clarity of your pool!
Swimming pool care is key in hot weather.
You don’t need us to tell you it’s hot! With July and August as our hottest months of the summer, you’re probably looking for some respite from the heat. While you want to be outside, it’s much to hot just to sit there. Read more
It’s sunny, and it’s hot. These two things together are great for summertime swimming, but there are some things you need to know when it comes to your pool and chlorine demand.
In this article, we look at the effects of sun and heat on your pool. It’s important to watch your pool during our hot, cloudless days, as you can bet your chlorine levels are having a hard time staying level. Your pool simply uses more chlorine on hot days.
What’s more, the sun can make your pool water cloudy. This means you need one of our filter cleaning services or a sand filter change. Read more
You may know that your swimming pool’s filter helps keep it clean. But did you know that you need to clean and, on occasion, replace your filter cartridges?
As dirt, oil, and minerals build up, there may come a time when cleaning no longer works.
In this article, we look at how you know if you should clean or replace them.
Getting tired of the same old pool games? After all, while the traditional games are great, you can only play Marco Polo and Red Light, Green Light for so long.
After looking all over the internet for some new creative games, we put together a list so you can refresh your summer pool games. Read more
Wondering how to vacation treat your pool? You’re in the right place!
You love your pool, and spending time in your backyard retreat is where summer memories are made. Yet, like many Americans, you are finding yourself traveling this summer. Read more


