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Do Ottawa pools get trucked water?
Yes, trucked water is commonly used to fill pools in Ottawa, and it is a completely normal and pract...
Permits & RegulationsWhat liability does my Ottawa pool contractor carry and should I ask for proof of insurance?
Yes, you should absolutely ask for proof of insurance before any pool contractor sets foot on your p...
Pool Safety & FencingWhat latch height does an Ottawa pool gate need?
Pool gates in Ottawa must have the latch positioned on the pool side of the gate, placed high enough...
Pool Equipment & PlumbingHow much does a pool pump capacitor replacement cost if my motor hums but will not start in Ottawa?
A humming pool pump motor that won't start is almost always a failed start capacitor — the good news...
Pool Liners & ReplacementDoes the warranty on a vinyl pool liner cover damage from Ottawa ice expansion?
Most vinyl liner warranties do not cover damage caused by ice expansion — this is typically classifi...
Inground Pool InstallationWhat if my neighbour's mature tree roots are growing toward my planned pool excavation site in Ottawa?
Tree roots growing toward your planned pool excavation site are a legitimate concern that deserves s...
Pool Opening & ClosingHow are Ottawa pool lines blown out?
Blowing out pool lines is one of the most critical winterization steps for Ottawa pools, and doing i...
Seasonal Timing & WinterizationHow much does it cost to keep my Ottawa pool heated through an unusually cold August week?
Great question, and one that catches a lot of Ottawa pool owners off guard. A cold August week — the...
Pool Equipment & PlumbingHow much does a natural gas pool heater cost to operate per hour in Ottawa at current Enbridge rates?
Operating cost for a natural gas pool heater in Ottawa depends on the heater's BTU rating and curren...
Inground Pool InstallationWhat is the cost difference between a 14x28 and a 16x32 inground pool in Ottawa?
The size jump from a 14x28 to a 16x32 pool is more significant than it might look on paper. A 14x28...
Inground Pool InstallationWhere does a main drain sit in an Ottawa pool?
The main drain sits at the lowest point of the pool floor — typically centred at the deepest part of...
Inground Pool InstallationDo Ottawa pool contractors use dewatering pumps during excavation in high water table areas like Gloucester?
Yes, dewatering is a standard part of pool excavation in high water table areas, and Gloucester is o...
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What liability does my Ottawa pool contractor carry and should I ask for proof of insurance?
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Does the warranty on a vinyl pool liner cover damage from Ottawa ice expansion?
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