Having a swimming pool in your backyard is absolutely a privilege, especially in regions where temperatures remain high year-round. In order to fully enjoy your swimming pool, it’s extremely important ...

Q: I just purchased a new home with a pool. One of my neighbors mentioned that I will need to empty the skimmers every day, but I don’t even know what those are or what they do. What is a pool skimmer ...

For many a pool owner, removing the assorted leaves, bugs and other foliage that finds its way into the water can be a drain on their time in the backyard. Enter the smart Solar Powered Pool Skimmer, ...

This sub-$200 skimmer looks funny and feels flimsy, but it gets the job done better than most, even without having any smarts to speak of. As a category, pool skimmers aren’t the most effective at ...

Tired of cleaning your pool? Well this isn't quite as nice as having your own personal pool boy, but the Remote-Controlled Pool Skimmer might at least make things a little more entertaining. It might ...

Whether you already have an above-ground pool in your backyard or are looking to set one up soon, it’s important to know how to clean above-ground pools first. Without proper maintenance and care, ...

Doctors are calling for warnings about pool skimmer boxes to be included in national pool safety education campaigns. Pool skimmers use a huge amount of suction force to filter the water. Doctors warn ...

Q: I have a big problem with my swimming pool. I came home from work and noticed that lots of leaves and debris were floating on it. I lifted off the top of the skimmer and noticed that the water was ...