In this Backyard Family Fun episode at Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products in Savannah, producer Dee Daniels interviews Pride Pools renovation specialist Wilson Paul about pool renovations and common repairs during peak pool season.

Wilson explains he manages projects start to finish, from site visits and pricing to coordinating crews. They discuss how to evaluate older in-ground pools, common warning signs beyond simple fixes (dimpled or rough bottoms, bulging walls in older plywood-panel pools, liners pulling out of corroded track—especially in salt pools), and why surprises are minimized but sometimes only visible once a liner is removed.

Wilson notes liners typically last about 8–10 years with proper water chemistry, recommends professional water testing for accuracy and warranty records, and explains why pools shouldn’t be pre-drained due to high water tables and hydrostatic pressure. He also covers step recoating, wall fitting/plumbing work best done during liner replacement, deck resurfacing and lifting/repair options, weather risks during liner changes, and the liner-measuring process for complex pool shapes and tanning ledges.

FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Welcome to Pool Season

00:33 Meet Renovation Specialist

02:09 Repair or Full Redo

03:03 Hidden Damage Signs

05:10 Draining Risks and Diagnosis

07:40 Liner Lifespan and Chemistry

10:33 Upgrades During Liner Swap

12:28 Deck Resurfacing and Lifting

14:55 Weather Challenges in Summer

16:53 Measuring and Installing Liners

20:35 Tanning Ledges and Materials

22:10 Rough Spots and Final Advice

24:41 Wrap Up and Thanks

LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS:

TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page

TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations

TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES

EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com

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Producer Dee Daniels is back at the Savannah location of Pride Pools, Spas, and Leisure Products for this episode of Backyard Family Fun to talk with Alex Smith about popular summer backyard “big-ticket” items, including hot tubs, swim spas, and custom saunas.

Alex highlights hydrotherapy benefits, unique jet placement, and how hot water can help reset after a long day, while saunas can be designed for homes or additions and support aromatherapy, sweating, and durability using specialized wood. They discuss swim spas as a space-saving alternative to pools, offering swim-jet resistance, seating for relaxing, adjustable temperature, and low-maintenance self-contained filtration with a fresh mineral water sanitation system.

Alex explains Pride Pools’ project support for placement, concrete pads, electrical, and delivery logistics, plus the value of buying local for warranty, service, and in-person help.

FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Welcome to Backyard Fun

00:47 Summer Backyard Upgrades

01:07 Hot Tub Hydrotherapy Benefits

02:09 Saunas for Wellness

04:10 Custom Sauna Options

07:25 Swim Spas Overview

07:53 Installation and Setup Planning

09:52 Swim Spa Features and Sizing

13:46 Maintenance and Water Care

16:01 Buy Local Service and Warranty

22:20 Showroom Tips and Dry Testing

23:47 Wrap Up and Next Time

LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS:

TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page

TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations

TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES

EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com

PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK

PRIDE POOLS on X

PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM

PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE

We're having all the BACKYARD FAMILY FUN at Pride Pool, Spas and Leisure Products in Savannah AND Claxton while producer Dee talks with Alex Smith about making pool ownership easier through automatic cleaning.

Alex explains the Pool Care Center and the three main types of automatic pool cleaners: suction-side (runs through the skimmer), pressure-side (requires a booster pump and is standard on their in-ground installs), and robotic (corded or cordless and adaptable to vinyl, fiberglass, or concrete pools, especially for retrofits).

They discuss how choosing the right cleaner depends on above-ground vs. in-ground pools, pool size, shape, and depth, and why buying online can lead to the wrong model. Alex notes manufacturer rebates, Pride Pool’s extended warranty as an authorized service center, and other battery-operated cleaning devices for debris-heavy pools and swim spas, plus the importance of scheduling cleaners when no one is swimming.

FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Welcome to Pride Pool

00:53 Pool Care Center Tour

01:23 Why Automatic Cleaners

02:27 Three Cleaner Types

04:02 App Control and Setup

05:16 Choosing the Right Cleaner

07:44 Avoiding Online Mistakes

09:39 Suction vs Pressure Explained

11:26 Leave Cleaner in Pool

13:55 Rebates and Extended Warranty

16:12 Service After the Sale

18:04 Fast Fixes for Party Season

18:21 Swim Spa Cleaning Tools

19:31 Leaf Vac and Leaf Eater

22:33 Testing New Cleaners

23:37 Cordless Cleaner Deals

24:51 Match Cleaner to Pool

29:07 Scheduling Safety Story

32:37 Cleaner Types Breakdown

34:01 Wrap Up and Visit Us

LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS:

TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page

TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations

TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES

EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com

PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK

PRIDE POOLS on X

PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM

PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE

In this Backyard Family Fun episode brought to you by Pride Pool, Spas, and Leisure Products, Dee talks with Marshall Smith about pool maintenance (with spa maintenance covered separately).

They discuss whether owners should maintain pools themselves or use Pride’s weekly, biweekly, or monthly service, noting automation can make DIY easier. Marshall explains that while water chemistry and testing water samples matter, circulation and filtration are even more critical, and he frames pool care as three parts: water chemistry, automation, and cleaning, strongly recommending an automatic pool cleaner.

He outlines common filtration systems and recommends sand filters, which dominate their southeast Georgia pools, for easier, lower-cost ownership. They explain backwashing using a pressure gauge (about 8–10 psi over normal), typical frequency, and replacing sand every 3–5 years, plus signs of leaks, pump failure indicators (noise), and how automation can save time and energy and be controlled via an app.

FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Pool Maintenance Intro

01:12 DIY or Pro Service

02:33 Water Chemistry Basics

04:11 Three Keys to Care

06:18 Best Filter Types

08:35 Backwashing Explained

12:08 Leak Signs and Fixes

15:50 When Pumps Fail

17:15 Automation Costs and Benefits

21:02 Wrap Up and Links

LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS:

TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page

TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations

TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES

EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com

PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK

PRIDE POOLS on X

PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM

PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE

In this episode of Backyard Family Fun, producer Dee Daniels is hanging out at Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products in Savannah, Georgia, with marketing and public relations director Joe Driggers to discuss the company’s 51st year in business and the culture behind its long-standing customer relationships in Savannah and Claxton.

Driggers explains that Pride Pools’ culture comes from its PRIDE mission statement: personalized service, readiness to serve, intelligent product knowledge, dedication, and enthusiasm to go the extra mile, supported by ongoing training and honest product guidance. They highlight multi-generation customers, employee longevity, and the broader backyard-retreat offerings beyond pools and spas, including grills and smokers. The episode also notes current job openings for retail sales associates and pool maintenance and water care specialists, with benefits including 401(k), sick pay, vacation time, and paid industry-related training.

FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Welcome to Backyard Family Fun

00:35 Meet Dee and Joe

01:10 51 Years of Pride

01:57 Personalized Service

04:04 Ready to Serve

05:08 Product Knowledge Matters

07:42 Dedication and Tenure

08:54 Extra Mile Enthusiasm

10:26 More Than Pools

12:13 Join the Pride Team

14:17 Benefits and Training

15:44 Wrap Up and Referrals

17:36 Thanks and How to Connect

LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS:

TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page

TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations

TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES

EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com

PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK

PRIDE POOLS on X

PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM

PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE

Backyard Family Fun brought to you by Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products

Dee Daniels sits down with Marshall Smith at Pride Pools’ Savannah location to answer common pool and spa questions for the May swim season. Marshall explains three core pillars of easy DIY pool maintenance—circulation (run the pump to prevent stagnation and reduce chemical costs), filtration (sand, cartridge, or DE, with sand being easiest to maintain), and chemistry (balancing pH, calcium hardness, total alkalinity, and metals, plus sanitizing, oxidizing/shocking, and algae treatment).

They define “shocking” as oxidation and recommend at least every two weeks during peak season, adjusting for bather load, pool size, environment, and adding fresh water. Ideal pH range is 7.2–7.6 (about 7.4 preferred) for swimmer comfort, water clarity, and equipment longevity. They also cover proper water-sample collection, Pride Pools’ free labeled bottles, where to take samples, and convenient drop-off boxes at Savannah and Claxton locations.

FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Welcome and Season Kickoff

01:16 Pool Care Three Pillars

02:47 Circulation Run the Pump

04:03 Filtration Types Explained

05:44 Chemistry Balance and Sanitize

09:27 Shocking Oxidizing Basics

12:12 How Often to Shock

13:32 pH Sweet Spot

17:20 Water Testing Sample Tips

22:49 Drop Off Convenience and Wrap Up

LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS:

TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page

TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations

TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES

EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com

PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK

PRIDE POOLS on X

PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM

PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE

Producer Dee Daniels hosts Backyard Family Fun at Pride Pools’ Savannah location with senior project manager and in-ground pool specialist Warren Fair to discuss when and how to start the in-ground pool process.

Fair explains the “beat the heat, don’t chase it” approach: planning early helps secure a dig date and maximize swim season, since building involves design, permitting, scheduling, manufacturing, and construction. He notes a common sweet spot is January through March (even early May), with permits and pool manufacturing often running about 45 days, but timelines can extend due to demand, flood-zone reviews, or manufacturing delays.

Fair says pools can be built year-round, with fall builds helping yards recover faster, and season-extension options include heaters, heat pumps, solar covers, and retrofits. He recommends getting on the dig list early with refundable deposits until the pool is ordered and bringing yard photos and a plat for planning.

FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

00:27 Pool Season Buzz

01:01 Beat the Heat Planning

02:04 Inground Build Process

03:12 Design It Right

04:48 Best Time to Start

08:10 If You Missed the Window

09:41 Dig List Scheduling

11:05 Delays and Hiccups

13:12 Heaters and Covers

15:21 Retrofit Later Options

16:38 Getting Off the Fence

17:45 Backyard Prep Tips

19:11 Wrap Up and Thanks

LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS:

TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page

TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations

TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES

EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com

PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK

PRIDE POOLS on X

PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM

PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE

Backyard Family Fun is brought to you by Pride Pools, Spas and Leisure Products in Savannah and Claxton! This episode, producer Dee Daniels visits the Savannah location of Pride Pools, Spas, and Leisure Products to talk with Alex Smith about preparing for a summer backyard kickoff.

They compare two grill lines—Big Green Egg and Green Mountain Grill—with Alex favoring the wood-pellet Green Mountain Grill for temperature control, WiFi settings, and flavor pellets, while noting the Big Green Egg’s high-heat capability and reusable charcoal. Alex highlights Pride Pools’ local, family-owned service, competitive pricing, sauces and spices, and in-house custom wooden tables for the Big Green Egg.

They also discuss pool and spa readiness for summer 2026, including high-quality pool salt for chlorine generators, tested automatic and cordless/robotic cleaners, and unique pool toys and family games, plus available services to handle pool upkeep.

FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Welcome and Summer Prep

00:41 Choosing Your Grill

01:37 Green Mountain Grill Tips

04:29 Big Green Egg Heat

05:29 Deals Sauces and Support

07:36 Egg Tables and Addons

09:10 Must Have Grill Accessories

12:23 Pool Season Accessories

13:37 Salt Pools and Cleaners

15:50 Toys Games and Backyard Fun

18:29 Spa Moments and Philosophy

21:19 Services Wrap Up

LEARN MORE WITH THESE SHOW LINKS:

TAP HERE for the Pride Pools Main Page

TAP HERE to see both Pride Pools Locations

TAP HERE to enter the Pride Pools POOL DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to enter Pride Pools SPA DESIGN CENTER

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA PRODUCTS

TAP HERE to learn more about POOL & SPA SERVICES

EMAIL QUESTIONS and COMMENTS to info@pridepools.com

PRIDE POOLS on FACEBOOK

PRIDE POOLS on X

PRIDE POOLS on INSTAGRAM

PRIDE POOLS on YOUTUBE