Pools
5 Best Pool Shocks (2023 Review)
Pool shock eliminates algae, bacteria, and other contaminants, keeping your pool water clear all season long. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best pool shocks on Amazon to help you find the one that’s right for you.
The Best Pool Accessories (2023 Guide)
Accessories, such as games, lights, and cup holders, make using your pool even more fun. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best pool accessories on Amazon.
The 5 Best Inflatable Pools (2023 Review)
An inflatable pool is an alternative to an above-ground or in-ground pool. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best inflatable pools on Amazon.
The 5 Best Hot Tubs (2023 Review)
An ideal accessory for a deck, patio, or backyard, inflatable hot tubs allow you to relax and ease stress and body aches. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best hot tubs on Amazon to help you find the inflatable spa that’s right for you.
Best Pool Lights (2023 Guide)
To get more use out of your pool, lights allow you to swim at light. In this review, we look at the best pool lights available this summer.
5 Best Pool Vacuums (2023 Guide)
In this review, our team compares the best pool vacuums on today’s market, explores key features, and answers common questions.
Best Above-Ground Pools of 2023
Above-ground pools are a more affordable and easy-to-assemble alternative to in-ground pools. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the four best above-ground pools on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
How to Install a Shipping Container Pool
House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse takes her backyard project to new heights with a container pool installation.
The 5 Best Upright Vacuums (2023 Review)
Pool vacuums use powerful suction to pick up dirt and other debris that land in the water. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best pool vacuums on Amazon.The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
5 Best Pool Warranty Providers
Owning a pool can be a significant financial investment. Enrolling in a pool warranty can help you stay ahead of large out-of-pocket expenses and other costs associated with maintaining your pool.
How to Fix a Hot Tub Leak
Hot tub leaks are tough to track down, and the confined quarters make them tough to fix. But, with a game plan and the right tools and products, you can go from stressing out over your hot tub to relaxing in it.
How to Move a Hot Tub
Whether you’re moving into a new home across town or simply renovating your backyard, read on to learn how to move a hot tub by yourself.
All About Plunge Pools
Wading in the water in a backyard meant having a massive swimming pool or settling for a scant hot tub. But plunge pools fill the middle ground, give a splash of fun, and offer relaxation in smaller yards.
Ingenious Hot Tub Deck Ideas
Give your hot tub the extra special touch it needs with these great deck ideas for your hot tub.
Hot Tub Installation 101
Backyard hot tubs help soak away stress and provides relief for muscle aches and joint pain. Before you set up your little oasis, here are a few things to note.
How to Drain a Pool
There’s more to draining a pool than pulling a plug or starting a siphon. If you do it wrong, you could damage your pool, yard, and even your neighbor’s property. These tips on how to drain a pool will help.
All About Pool Resurfacing
No matter what kind of pool you have, at some point they all need to be resurfaced. Here’s the deep dive on methods, materials, and costs.
How to Clean a Hot Tub
Regularly cleaning your hot tub will keep your spa in tip-top shape. Read our guide to learn the best practices for cleaning and caring for your hot tub.
How to Drain a Hot Tub
Hot tubs are meant for relaxation, but there’s one aspect of owning one that may be stressing you out: draining the water to clean the tub. Read our guide to learn how to drain your hot tub.
How to Winterize a Pool
When summer days start to fade away, it’s time to start prepping your pool for the cooler months. Read this guide to learn the steps for winterizing in-ground and above-ground pools.
Plunge Pool Installation in a Day | 2020 Idea House: Farmhouse in Fairfield County
Cool in the summer and warm in the winter, the water feature being installed at our Farmhouse in Fairfield County combines the best elements of a pool and a hot tub—and installs in just days!
Tips for Building a Deck Around Your Above-Ground Pool
What you should know before building a deck around your above-ground pool
Plunge Pools
What’s better than relaxing by the pool on a hot summer day? Being able to turn that pool into a hot tub a few months later! Plunge pools are the newest option on the market, offering an affordable, practical alternative to above-ground or built-in backyard pools
How to Wire an Above-ground Pool Pump
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron teaches the safest way to wire a pool
Sneak Peek: Narragansett Plunge Pool
Taking a dip, no laps required
How to Heat a Swimming Pool with an Air Conditioner
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey installs a device that will heat a pool with the heat produced by an air conditioner.
How to Maintain a Pool
We'll take you to pool school with a pro's tricks for making maintenance less of a chore
Building a Cabana
Nothing says Hollywood pool like a cabana. Add glamour with this easy-to-build variety.
Build It and They Will Swim
A pool is one of summer's greatest pleasures. But getting from fantasy to backyard reality takes some hard work