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Sizing an Above Ground Pool

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02/26/2024
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Swimming Pools
Sizing an Above-ground Pool for Your Yard Some background. This summer will mark an anniversary for me. Fifty-years ago, I built my first above-ground pool. It was a summer job while in college, and I was living in New Jersey, working with my brother. He had started an installation company several years before. I worke…

In-Ground Pool Options in Greater Cincinnati

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02/13/2024
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Swimming Pools
Why we build what we do. Eastgate Pools & Spas is one of the leading in-ground swimming pool builders in the region. Make that the entire Midwest. Our pools feature steel wall and vinyl liners, with expert excavation and installation teams. And with more than 4000 pools built, we know what we’re doing. But if you are c…

Planning Ahead

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01/29/2024
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Sales
Thinking Summer Yet? As I see the thermometer plunging into single digit numbers, I know it’s time. Time to think warmth and outdoor fun where shorts and tees are the norm, not thermals and parkas. Okay, I’ll confess. I’m just not a winter person, but that doesn’t make me wrong, either. I’m betting there are lots of si…

Hot Tubs & Winter

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01/18/2024
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Hottubs,Spas,Tips
Hot Tubs and Winter. Revisiting Some Recommendations. A couple of years ago, I posted the following recommendations to help safeguard your hot tub during frigid times. I’m adding some new thoughts here, too. It’s the perfect season for hot tubbing. Maybe… I’ve always thought that winter is the best time to use a hot tu…

Christmas Gifts

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12/15/2023
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General
Give Monkey Farts for Christmas! Well, that should have gotten your attention. Now, I’ll explain. Monkey Farts is the name of the most popular hot tub spa scent we sell. But it smells incredible and thankfully, nothing like the name might suggest. Last year, it was also one of our biggest sellers for Christmas gift sea…

Spa pH

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11/18/2023
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Chemicals,Spas,Tips
Why the pH of your Hot Tub Water Matters The pH scale defines the level of acidity or basicity of water. It ranges from 0-14, with zero being as acidic as you can get. On the opposite end of the scale, fourteen is as basic, or alkaline, as possible. Neither is good for pools or hot tubs, with a general recommendation o…

Cold Weather Check

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10/22/2023
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Tips
Cold Weather Double-Check Here are some tips for pool, hot tub, and outdoor furniture owners. They are by no means all-inclusive, just some of the issues that we see pop up every year. Check these items now and avoid heartache and costs in the spring. Make sure pool equipment is protected from freezing temperatures. Th…

Pool Winterization

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09/30/2023
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Swimming Pools
It’s Time to Winterize Your Above-Ground Pool As much as we hate to see it go, the outdoor swim season is pretty much over for this year. Looking back on 2023, it was a great year for backyard pool owners. We survived early spring storms then enjoyed a relatively dry, hot summer. It was perfect swim weather for most. B…

Above Ground Deals

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08/21/2023
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Sales,Swimming Pools
Above-Ground Pool Deals So, you put off buying that above-ground pool and now, it’s too late. Wrong! This is a great time of year to get that family pool. “But why?” you might ask. Summer is winding down, kids are returning to school, and there isn’t much time left to swim this season. All true but allow me to explain.…

2023 Sensations Pools Photo Contest

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07/26/2023
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Swimming Pools
We have some talented amateur photographers in our midst! Last year, we held our first-ever Sensation Pools customer photo contest. We asked customers that had bought one of these amazing hybrid pools from us to submit pictures of their pool. The response was fantastic! So why not do it again! We did! This year’s photo…

Pool Chlorine Options

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06/26/2023
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Pool Chlorine Compositions. There are four primary chemical compositions of chlorine that are used to sanitize swimming pools. Each will work to help keep your pool water where you want it: clean, clear, and free of bacteria. However, knowing which to use and when to use it is important. And so, let’s take a look at yo…

Vacuuming Your Pool

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06/09/2023
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Swimming Pools
Vacuuming Your Swimming Pool Has Never been So Easy! The backdrop. My first experience with swimming pool maintenance was during the summer of 1974. This says two things. Firstly, I’m really getting old. I was in college at the time so you can do the math. Secondly, I’ve been around swimming pools a long time. I have s…

Celtic Spas

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05/17/2023
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Spas
Hot Tub Buyers in Cincinnati It’s always exciting to talk about something new when we add it to our offerings. Recently, we added an amazing new hot tub manufacturer to our already exceptional lineup: Celtic Hot Tubs. The ‘C’ is pronounced as a ‘K’, like the ancient Europeans of 2000 years ago they are named after. Why…

Anniversary Sale

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04/19/2023
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Anniversary Sale
Eastgate Pools & Spas’ Anniversary Sale A dab of history. Once a year in the spring, Eastgate Pools & Spas holds its most popular sale of the year. This would be the annual Anniversary Sale. This year’s event is a celebration of 43-years in business in the Greater Cincinnati market. That’s 43-years of offering great ho…

Spring Into Summer

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04/01/2023
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Swimming Pools
‘Spring’ into Summer and Get That Pool Ready Now! Bear with me… I’ve been going to Cincinnati Reds opening day games since the 1970’s. Those were great times and great teams, but I never liked the astroturf. It added a phony aspect to the game. My most memorable games are more recent and began when old Riverfront Stadi…

Hot Tub Sales

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03/02/2023
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Spas
Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs for Sale in Greater Cincinnati Longevity Matters. Officially founded in November 1979, 2023 marks the 43rd year that Eastgate Pools & Spas has been in business. That’s a long time, and my but how the times have changed. Jimmy Carter was President and wouldn’t be defeated by Ronald Reagan for…

Valentine's Gifts

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02/08/2023
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Sales
Special Valentine’s Day Gifts The pressure is on. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I thought I’d throw out some ideas for gift-giving. First, let’s make one thing clear: I’m not a candy, flower, or necktie person. Candy. Just what someone needs that’s still paying for Christmas time overindulgence. And as …

January Pool Purchase

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01/17/2023
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Swimming Pools
Above Ground Pool Sales…in January! Okay…so you are considering getting that above-ground pool the family has been pushing for. While there is no bad time to buy, some times are better than others. Right now might just be the time to quit procrastinating and time to take the plunge. And while swimming outdoors now may …

Christmas Gift Ideas

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12/07/2022
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Unique Christmas Presents When I was just a youngster, I was easy to shop for. One year, I received some baseballs and a new ball glove. I was in heaven. Another year, I got a wrapped basketball. Looking at the package, I knew it was a basketball or a globe. When the gift was bounced to me, that eliminated any confusi…

Hot Tub and Spa Accessories

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10/27/2022
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Spas,Hottubs
Hot Tub and Spa Accessories In Greater Cincinnati, the metamorphosis from swimming season to hot tub season is complete. As temperatures drop towards, or even below seasonal norms, hot tub aficionados smile. They know this is their season. However, hot-tubbing is even more enjoyable with the right accessories. Let’s lo…

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