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Social Benefits of Owning a Hot Tub

A backyard spa is the perfect place for your family and friends to come and relax together.  You will be able to have quality time without the distraction of electronics and TV.  It will also be the perfect place for parties and other fun events. Relaxation for the Whole Family A hot tub is the … Read More

InGround vs. Above Ground Spas

Getting a spa can be a great amenity for your yard, no matter what season it is. The social, therapeutic, and physical benefits of getting a hot tub or spa are numerous. However, there are plenty of different decisions that you must make when you first decide to get a spa, as the options are … Read More

How To Care for Your Spa Year Round

Year Round Tips For Hot Tub Care • Always make sure that your hot tub maintains the proper chemical levels no matter how often you use it. If you do not, you can allow algae and bacteria to grow in your spa (especially during the warmer months), and the next time you climb in, you … Read More

Best Ingredients for a Safe Pool

Do you love your pool but hate the strain it has on the environment and your bank account? If so, there are eco-friendly products that are the perfect solution to these problems. Many of our customers are concerned about their pool’s negative impact on the environment. Pools have a notorious reputation for using harmful chemicals … Read More

What Every Pool Needs

Getting your pool ready for opening day involves a lot more than simple de-winterization. Owning a swimming pool is always exciting, but sometimes you can feel overwhelmed with the endless amounts of toys, repairs, and upgrades available. This season know where to spend your money by following our list of favorites. Grab your swimming suit … Read More

Which Pool Fits Your Lifestyle

Have you thought about installing an inground pool recently? If you have, you’re not alone. Over 10.4 million residents have been exactly where you are right now. But, the next question on your list is which pool is the best fit for your family? Follow this go-to guide to find which type of pool is … Read More

How to Properly Cover Your Inground Pool

How to Properly Cover Your Inground Pool

As the winter season hits, it’s important to properly close your inground pool to make it easier to open once the weather heats up again. In the past, most pool owners thoroughly drained their pools once the temperature dropped. This method works but can make it harder to open once the warmer seasons hit.   … Read More

Swim into March Madness this Winter

Swim into March Madness this Winter

Intermountain Aquatech’s argument for indoor pools Having fun in the winter shouldn’t be limited to snow-filled activities. This winter, bust out the swimsuit and hold a March Madness pool party. Not only does swimming provide a great workout for your entire body but it also reduces the ‘winter blues’ by reducing mental stress according to … Read More

Chemicals and Chemistry: Know Your Hot Tub’s Needs

Chemicals and Chemistry: Know Your Hot Tub’s Needs

Purchasing a hot tub is a large investment – one that you want to enjoy as long as possible. Keeping your spa clean and sanitized is the best way to see that investment pay off for years to come. Here’s our cheat sheet to hot tub chemistry and keeping yours clean and safe: Sanitize, sanitize, … Read More

Pools – Inground vs. Above-Ground

Pools – Inground vs. Above-Ground

Life is full of important questions. Democrat or Republican? Ketchup or mustard? The Beatles or Elvis? None, however, are as important as the question we’ll address here, today. Inground or above-ground swimming pool? It seems like such a simple question, but there are many factors involved. Fortunately, the pool builders in Utah, Intermountain Aquatech, have … Read More