Where Did Above Ground Pools Get Their Start?

Today, we are going to provide our readers with a little history lesson about the origins of the above ground pool. These water features got their start back in WWII with Domain Industries. The U.S. Army had to think of a way to seal cans of food so that soldiers would always have something readily available in their packs to eat while on a march or when resting for the night. 

Domain Industries re-named their product line that made the can seals to Doughboy Plastics Division in 1947. During this time, the company began making and selling outdoor entertainment products, including beach balls, toys, and small pools. 

These pools were mostly geared toward small children and were made mostly of galvanized steel materials. After WWII, these water features became a status symbol for many American homes, and they were beginning to be made and sold with concrete materials instead of the steel. 

Doughboy Plastics was eventually re-named Doughboy Recreational and they began innovating their original pool design. They started becoming much more attractive, affordable, and were designed with a flat top ledge.

In 1974, Marty Hoffinger of Hoffinger Industries purchased Doughboy Recreational and they eventually became the biggest above ground pool manufacturer in the country. The manufacturing facility is located in Arkansas in a 660,000 square foot complex.

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For more information about getting your own swimming pool, please contact us here at Ambassador Pools. We serve New England, including all of Massachusetts, Hudson Valley, western PA, and parts of the Midwest, including Cleveland, Akron, and Canton in Ohio.

Getting a Quiet Pool Filter

Nobody wants to be relaxing in their new above ground pool and then be interrupted by a loud, annoying filter system. You can't shut it off or do "without" one as this is what is responsible for helping to keep your water safe, clean, and healthy. 

The type of filtration system you have influences how loud it's going to be. Cartridge filters, for example, produce less noise than a sand filter because of their hydraulic design. A sand filter has a special port on it that water moves through before getting to the filter. This can put off a lot of noise. A cartridge filter does NOT have the additional port for water to move through. 

The quietest filtration systems are variable speed pumps. You need to be sure that you are choosing one with at least two speeds. When running on low-speed, you will barely even be able to notice that it's running, and when you are finished for the day in the pool, you can push the system up to high-speed and not have to deal with the noise from inside your home.

More Information

To learn more, give us a call at Ambassador Pools today. Our toll-free number is 1-800-798-6039. We thank you for your interest in our services and products, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

How to Move an Above Ground Pool

A lot of homeowners buy above ground pools and they eventually need to move into a bigger/smaller home, or they need to re-locate because of jobs, schools, and so on. Regardless of the reason why you need to change locations, you don't have to leave your swimming pool for the next homeowner to enjoy. That's right - you can actually move your above ground pool with you to wherever you may be going!

Follow the simple steps below and you and your family will be enjoying the cool comforts of your swimming pool at your new location in no time at all!

1. Be sure to do a thorough inspection of the pool before you start to move it. Be sure that the bottom of the pool is in good shape, including the track, bottom plates, and screws. Some rust is okay, but if the frame is starting to rot and is in bad shape, it may be easier (and safer) to consider getting a new pool.

2. If the pool is in an oval shape, be sure that you check the a-frames to see if they are rotted. This includes the straps that are underneath the pool itself. Some rust is normal, but if they are in terrible shape, they are going to need to be replaced.

3. Cut out the liner and remove the bolts that are connecting the walls together. You may be in need of some WD-40 to help you with this task. During this time, you should also remove the skimmer.

4. When the bolts from the walls have been removed, you can remove all of the uprights. Then you can roll the wall tightly - - this will take a few people. Duct tape the wall together to keep it from unfolding while you are moving it from one location to the next.

5. Disconnect the filter system and the bottom track pieces. Be sure that everything is thoroughly washed out and cleaned.

6. At your next home's installation spot, be sure that the grass and ground are level before you start the set up process. 

7. Assemble the parts in reverse with a NEW liner and any additional parts that may be required.

Here are some of the new parts that you may need: liner, screws, track, clamps, hoses, special rust-proof paint, and a skimmer.

For More Information

If you would like more information about moving your swimming pool, please give us a call at Ambassador Pools - New England's above ground pool authority. Our toll-free number is 1-800-798-6039. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Will Adding a Pool Increase the Value of My Home?

If you are considering adding a pool to your backyard this year, then you are likely wanting to know more about all of the benefits that it's going to provide for you, your family, and your property. Needless to say, when it comes to you and your family, the #1 benefit that it's going to provide is a place to cool off on a hot summer day - all from the comfort of your own home. 

When it comes to what benefits the above ground pool is going to add to your backyard and property, there are a few things to consider. First of all, how big is the pool going to be that you are getting installed? What will it be made out of? And finally, if you are thinking about moving within the next year or two, are you going to be leaving the pool on the property? 

The answer to the last question is likely the most important thing to think about. If you aren't going to leave the pool in the yard and you plan on taking it with you, then no, the pool is not going to increase the value of your home if you are thinking about selling it. However, if you are planning on leaving the pool on the property, then it may increase its resale value - it likely will not be as much as you paid for the pool, but it should be a considerable amount.

Selling Your Home With the Pool

If you are going to leave the pool on the property, it will be in your best interest to be sure that you are properly maintaining it throughout the year so that you can be getting the most for your investment. 

Be sure that you have a cover installed to keep ice, snow, and bugs out. Also, be sure to maintain your pool's liner and check it often for cracks, rips, and tears. It will be important for you to regularly replace these items and other pool accessories as needed.

More Information

To learn more about purchasing an above ground pool for your home, or if you have any other questions about your swimming pool, please give Ambassador Pools a call today, or visit our website for additional information that may help to answer your questions.

We serve the entire New England area, including Massachusetts and Hudson Valley, NY.

Creating Your Own Backyard Oasis

While many people probably aren't thinking about cooling off with these chilly temperatures and snowfall totals. However, there is no better time than now to start thinking about next spring and summer and how you can turn your backyard into a hot spot - not literally, of course! 

Adding an above ground pool to your backyard is a great way to keep cool during those scorching hot summer days. Also, it's a great way to get exercise and fresh air. It will also keep your kids entertained when they are out of school on vacation, and this will certainly keep them out of your hair and keep you from hearing, "We're bored!" numerous times a day, everyday.

Pool Styles and Designs 

So, what pool styles and designs are available to you? When you choose to use Ambassador Pools as your pool installer, you have many different options. We work with what is known as an above ground pool. This means that the pool isn't installed in the ground, and you won't have to wait around for weeks or months for the project to be finished! Another great benefit of having an on-ground pool installed versus an inground one is that you won't have to pay any special taxes on your above ground style - and you won't have to get a special fence installed around it, unless of course, you want to have one installed.

Above Ground Pool Cost

It is MUCH more affordable to get an above ground pool installed. An inground style could cost upwards of $60,000 when all is said and done. So, needless to say, it is going to cost you A LOT less to get this style installed at your home! We are known for being affordable, and our pools are even maintenance-free! 

The cost of labor is included in the price of your pool, and typically speaking, an above ground pool can be installed in just a few days.

Contact Us for a Consultation

So what are you waiting for? Call us now at 1-800-798-6039 to learn more about getting an above ground pool installed in your backyard to turn it into the paradise you have always wanted!

Why Choose an Above Ground Pool in Norwood, MA?

A town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, Norwood was named after a community in England and lies on the Neponset River. Despite sitting on a river, water only makes up 0.66% of the town geographically. And with inground pools being expensive, this makes people who look to water for relaxation turn to other forms of destressing.

On-ground pools are much more affordable than inground ones, and can be dismantled and reinstalled in a different location if you ever should decide to move. Unlike inground pools where stays there forever, on-ground pools are much more flexible.

Made with super strong aluminum, above ground pools are also very sturdy and safe for kids to use. Also, you won't have to install a separate special fence for it.

Many feel having a pool is hard work due to the maintenance involved, but on-ground pools require little to no maintenance whatsoever. Installed with a special double drain and pump, no extra pool cleaning accessories are needed.

While it's true that many above ground pools are round in shape, there are also rectangular pools available which are perfect for swimming laps and playing water sports in such as water polo and water volleyball.

Above ground pools also installed easily after your space has been inspected by installers from Ambassador Pools to make sure you have adequate space and that the pools won't be installed below power lines or above septic tanks. It only takes 1-day before you can start using it. There are cases where it might take 3-5 days if there's a problem with retaining walls or stone, but it's still quicker than having to wait a month or more for inground pools to be installed.

Inground pools also get taxed yearly, while above ground pools do not. For many, this can be a deal breaker since all you are looking for is to relax, not to have something additional to pay for yearly.

So for Norwood, MA residents who think having a pool is more a hassle than a convenience, consider getting an above ground pool instead.

Call Ambassador Pools today to find out how you can turn your home into a year-round vacation spot.

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