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