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What’s on Your Pool Renovation Wishlist?

So, you’ve decided to renovate your pool, and now you’re just trying to decide on exactly what you want. Before you get started, allow us to make a couple suggestions of things to add to your pool renovation wishlist that will bring your aquatic enjoyment to a whole new level. Below are seven of the … Read More

Is a Variable Speed Pump Right for Me?

As pools and hot tubs have advanced, so has the technology to help maintain them. Variable Speed Pumps (VSP) have continually gained traction and popularity and have quickly become a must have product for your pool. While some have remained stuck in the past and continue to use outdated options, the variable-speed pump has paved … Read More

What’s the Difference Between Chlorine and Bromine?

Chlorine has been and continues to be the most popular choice for pool and spa sanitization. Most people aren’t sure about chlorine alternatives or how they work. If you’re weighing your options, bromine is another great choice to consider. Wondering about the difference between chlorine and bromine? Read this and we’ll help you decide what’s … Read More

The Best Energy-Efficient Options to Heat Your Above Ground Pool

An above ground pool is an amazing addition to a backyard! There are many options available for heating an above ground pool to make sure that you can enjoy the water whenever you want. Backyard Oasis is here to assist you with all of your pool questions, maintenance, and supplies! Because we have been serving … Read More

Winter Pool Water Care for Texans

Texans know that the weather is unpredictable and ever-changing! Winters in Texas can be bitterly cold or mildly cold, and some days feel like multiple seasons make a brief appearance within just hours of each other. Because of the fact that cold weather could hit at a moment’s notice, pool care must remain a priority, … Read More

Should I Drain My Pool for Winter?

There are so many things to be thankful for when you live in Texas — one of which is an extended swim season. Far beyond what the rest of the country enjoys, we can swim deep into fall. But is there a time to pack away the pleasure and drain your pool for winter? Let’s … Read More

3 Professional Tips for Closing Your Swimming Pool

Ahhh… Those lazy days of summer are drifting slowly into the sunset, and the fun days of fall are sliding into place. Who doesn’t adore warm days and cooler, casual evenings? But there may be one thing that’s bothering you. Closing your pool. Although you long for cool evenings by the firepit, those warm days … Read More

How to Clean Your Pool After a Hurricane

When wild winds whip and water and debris leave your home and yard looking less than desirable after a hurricane, you may feel disheartened. But don’t fear! Your team at Backyard Oasis is here to help. With expert advice, you’ll have your pool back to its beautiful self soon. Here’s how to clean your pool … Read More

How Late in the Year Can You Swim in Texas?

You’ve had the BEST staycation this year. Those sultry rays of the summer sun and the sound of squealing kids splashing in your backyard pool – it’s the things that summer memories are made of. As fall approaches, you find yourself getting a little sad about closing up the pool. You wish that summer swimming … Read More

Why Fall is the Best Time to Schedule a Pool Renovation

The summer sun is blazing, and you are longing for a cool dip in your backyard pool. But there are issues… several issues, in fact. What you wouldn’t give for a beautiful oasis that was a show-stopping place for all things summer fun, instead of the outdated pool you currently have. But it’s already part … Read More