{"id":2771,"date":"2013-05-17T11:45:21","date_gmt":"2013-05-17T15:45:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/?p=2771"},"modified":"2023-05-08T11:54:08","modified_gmt":"2023-05-08T15:54:08","slug":"pool-accessories-that-improve-safety-and-reduce-maintenance-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/pool-accessories-that-improve-safety-and-reduce-maintenance-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Pool Accessories that Improve Safety and Reduce Maintenance Time"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Maintaining a backyard swimming pool can be time-consuming and tedious, but these three unique <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-202-pool-alarms-gadgets.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-202-pool-alarms-gadgets.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pool accessories<\/a><\/strong> will make your pool chores easier, safer and even fun.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Try one of these pool accessories in your above-ground or in-ground swimming pool.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9113-dunn-rite-jet-net-rc-boat-skimmer.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9113-dunn-rite-jet-net-rc-boat-skimmer.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-2769\" style=\"margin: 10px;\" title=\"The Jet Net catamaran drags a net across pool's surface to remove bugs and leaves.\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Hydro-Net.jpg\" alt=\"Dunn Rite Jet Net RC Boat Skimmer\" width=\"272\" height=\"350\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><em><b>Make Cleaning Fun With a Remote Controlled Pool Skimmer<\/b><\/em><\/h3>\n<p>The <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9113-dunn-rite-jet-net-rc-boat-skimmer.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-9113-dunn-rite-jet-net-rc-boat-skimmer.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Jet Net Remote-Control Pool Skimmer<\/strong><\/a> is the very cool remote controlled pool skimmer that you guide using a handheld remote control.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Gliding along the pool\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s surface like a boat, the Jet Net scoops up twigs, leaves, bugs and other floating debris in its net. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Once your kids discover how much fun this pool accessory makes clean up, they&#8217;ll be lining up to help!\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 The Jet Net works from up to 100 feet away and comes with a rechargeable battery pack.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><em><b>Try a Pool Leveler for Easier Maintenance<\/b><\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Filling the swimming pool is one of those time-consuming but necessary chores. If a pool is under-filled and the water level drops below the skimmer, the pump can run dry and result in serious damage to the pump motor. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Install a\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8265-rola-chem-m-3000-pool-sentry.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8265-rola-chem-m-3000-pool-sentry.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pool Sentry M-3000 Pool Leveler<\/a><\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0and it will automatically add just the right amount of water to your pool. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0It also turns the water off when the level you set is reached.<a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8265-rola-chem-m-3000-pool-sentry.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8265-rola-chem-m-3000-pool-sentry.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" style=\"margin: 10px;\" title=\"The Pool Sentry M-3000 Pool Leveler fills pools automatically.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/product\/medium\/8265_2_.jpg\" alt=\"The Pool Sentry M-3000 Pool Leveler fills pools automatically\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/pool-leveler-fills-swimming-pools-hot-tubs-automatically\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pool levelers<\/a><\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0can be used on almost any style swimming pool, as well as most hot tubs, spas and fish ponds.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Just place the unit on the pool deck at the water\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s edge and attach it to a good grade garden hose.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 If you have an above-ground pool, the pool leveler can be attached with a pair of special brackets.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><em><b>Make Safety Your Priority with a Pool Alarm<\/b><\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Safety should be a priority for every pool owner.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Installing a pool alarm is one of the best ways you can prevent accidental drownings in your backyard pool.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 For a tamperproof solution, try the <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6126-poolguard-in-ground-pool-alarm-pgrm-2-safety-item.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6126-poolguard-in-ground-pool-alarm-pgrm-2-safety-item.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Poolguard PGRM-2 Pool Alarm<\/a><\/strong> for in-ground pools.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 It uses a new sensing technology designed to reduce the chances of false alarms due to wind, rain or small objects falling into the water.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 But when an unsupervised child, pet or intruder falls into the pool, the Poolguard\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s electronic sensor sets off a loud, pulsating alarm that can be heard in your home as well as by the pool. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Even neighbors will hear the siren so they too can respond to the emergency in case you are out.<a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6126-poolguard-in-ground-pool-alarm-pgrm-2-safety-item.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6126-poolguard-in-ground-pool-alarm-pgrm-2-safety-item.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"The Poolguard PGRM-2 Pool Alarm uses new sensing technology to minimize false alarms.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/Product\/medium\/poolguard_in_ground.jpg\" alt=\"The Poolguard PGRM-2 Pool Alarm uses new sensing technology to minimize false alarms\" width=\"250\" height=\"217\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Other Pool Accessories<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>For information on some other pool accessories you may want to try, follow these links to read about <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-258-inground-pool-alarms.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-258-inground-pool-alarms.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">I<strong>n-ground Pool Alarms<\/strong><\/a><strong>, <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-257-above-ground-pool-alarms.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-257-above-ground-pool-alarms.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Above Ground Pool Alarms<\/a>, <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-259-pool-door-alarms-pool-gate-alarms.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-259-pool-door-alarms-pool-gate-alarms.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pool Alarms &amp; Pool Gate Alarms<\/a>, <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-260-pool-water-levelers-pool-gadgets.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-260-pool-water-levelers-pool-gadgets.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pool Water Levelers &amp; Pool Gadgets<\/a>, <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-247-childpet-immersion-alarms.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-247-childpet-immersion-alarms.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Child\/Pet Immersion Alarms<\/a>, <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-392-public-community-pool.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-392-public-community-pool.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Public Community Pool<\/a> products, <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-342-pool-fencing.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-342-pool-fencing.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pool Fencing<\/a> and <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-394-pet-water-safety.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-394-pet-water-safety.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pet Water Safety<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maintaining a backyard swimming pool can be time-consuming and tedious, but these three unique pool accessories will make your pool chores easier, safer and even fun.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Try one of these pool accessories in your above-ground or in-ground swimming pool.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 &nbsp; 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