Have you noticed the walls of your pool look dingy? Are phosphates or persistent algae making the water appear dirtier than usual? Or, has your in-ground pool morphed into more of a swamp? Regardless of what’s causing the black lagoon in your backyard, you know something must be done, and routine maintenance just won’t suffice. If this sounds like you, it may be time for an acid wash from the pool pros at Royal Pool & Spa. While acid washing isn’t something you’ll want to request on a regular basis, the procedure can help tremendously if your pool has passed the point of no return. Below, we discuss how our acid wash service can bring your pool back to life.

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Autumn is right around the corner, and in Minnesota, that means it’s time to think about closing your pool for the winter. Closing your swimming pool properly is critical to ensure that your pool and its components survive the winter and remain operational come summer. If you’ve never closed your pool before, or just need to brush up on the process, the professionals at Royal Pool & Spa are here to educate. And, if you don’t want to bother with performing the process yourself, our knowledgeable technicians will do the job for you! Below, we detail a basic outline for shutting down your pool.

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