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Owner's Guide for New Swimming Pool Owners

Owner's Guide for New Swimming Pool Owners

December 21, 2023

Welcome! Welcome to the Galaxy Home Recreation family! The following guide is to help you understand what is involved in building and maintaining...

Est. reading time: 27 minutes
How to Winterize Your Above-Ground Pool

How to Winterize Your Above-Ground Pool

November 23, 2023

An above-ground pool is an excellent way to spend the dog days of summer. But what do you do when the cold of...

Est. reading time: 4 minutes
Pool Liner Warranty, Leaks, and Care

Pool Liner Warranty, Leaks, and Care

May 26, 2023

Pool liners come with a manufacturer's warranty for seam separations. Sometimes liners can develop holes that are not in the seam. These holes...

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Nature's Pure Ionizer Start-up Tips

Nature's Pure Ionizer Start-up Tips

June 22, 2022

Nature's Pure Ionizer This innovative system treats pool up to 30,000 gallons of water. It works for all types of pools, above...

Est. reading time: 2 minutes
Care & Maintenance of a Clearwater 425 Sq Ft Cartridge Filter

Care & Maintenance of a Clearwater 425 Sq Ft Cartridge Filter

May 16, 2022

We walk you through how to solve problems with your Pump and Filter, how to take apart to change and clean filters and...

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How to Change an Above Ground Pool Pump

How to Change an Above Ground Pool Pump

May 16, 2022

We show you how to replace a Pump on your Above Ground Swimming Pool Carvin Filter System. First thing is turn the power...

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How to Replace an In-Ground Pool Pump

How to Replace an In-Ground Pool Pump

May 16, 2022

In this video, we show you how to replace an In-ground Swimming Pool Pump.   If you need more help, we also have...

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How to Patch a Vinyl Pool Liner (Video)

How to Patch a Vinyl Pool Liner (Video)

May 16, 2022

We show you how to repair a hole or tear in your Vinyl Swimming Pool Liner. If you need more help with your...

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Troubleshooting Leaks on your Pump and Filter

Troubleshooting Leaks on your Pump and Filter

May 13, 2022

We show you how to find leaks and repair them on your Above Ground Swimming Pool Filter and Pump. They can be easy...

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Troubleshooting Pool Cartridge Filter

Troubleshooting Pool Cartridge Filter

May 13, 2022

In this video we show you how to find problems with your Swimming Pool Cartridge Filter and how to fix them. If you...

Est. reading time: 2 minutes
How to Maintain Your SunSalt Salt Water Pool System

How to Maintain Your SunSalt Salt Water Pool System

February 22, 2022

How to Maintain Your SunSalt Salt Water Pool System Our Sunsalt System comes with a cell and control box. The Sunsalt salt...

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How to Troubleshoot Your Catchfish Swimming Pool Vacuum Cleaner

How to Troubleshoot Your Catchfish Swimming Pool Vacuum Cleaner

September 20, 2021

We show you how to trouble shoot your Catchfish Above Ground Pool Automatic Vacuum Cleaner. We show you all about the power supply...

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Winter Plug Installation for your Skimmer

Winter Plug Installation for your Skimmer

August 12, 2021

  WINTER PLUG INSTALLATION FOR YOUR SKIMMER Today we’re going to explain how to put the compensator and the return plug in your...

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Winterizing your Clear Blue or Nature's Pure Ionizer

Winterizing your Clear Blue or Nature's Pure Ionizer

August 12, 2021

  Winterizing your Clear Blue or Nature's Pure Ionizer Now we’re going to talk about how to winterize your Clear Blue Ionizer, with...

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Winter Plugs on your Filter

Winter Plugs on your Filter

August 12, 2021

  WINTER PLUGS ON YOUR FILTER Winterizing your pump if you have hard plumbing, if you have hard plumbing you are not going...

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Winterizing Your Swimming Pool Pump

Winterizing Your Swimming Pool Pump

August 11, 2021

WINTERIZING YOUR POOL PUMP When winter comes, you’ll need to take the correct precautions to make sure your swimming pool is ready for...

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Putting on an Above Ground Pool Cover

Putting on an Above Ground Pool Cover

August 11, 2021

  PUTTING ON A POOL COVER A winter Swimming pool cover is designed to protect the pool during the winter months when many...

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How to use Your Megalodon Swimming Pool Vacuum

How to use Your Megalodon Swimming Pool Vacuum

July 20, 2021

Like a Rumba for your pool. Can clean any size pool and depth up to 10 feet, also cleans for 2 hours. Has...

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Building Your Biltmore Above Ground Pool Ladder

Building Your Biltmore Above Ground Pool Ladder

June 24, 2021

Galaxy Home Recreation shows you how to put together your Biltmore Ladder for an Above Ground Pool. The BiltMore ladder system is a...

Est. reading time: 1 minutes
How to Install an Above Ground Pool

How to Install an Above Ground Pool

June 9, 2021

We want to make the DIY installation experience as easy as possible for you. Watch this video for step-by-step tips on installing your...

Est. reading time: 4 minutes
How to Build an Opera Above Ground Pool Ladder

How to Build an Opera Above Ground Pool Ladder

June 3, 2021

Galaxy Home Recreation Shows you how to Build your Opera Above Ground Pool Ladder. Economical and practical, the Opera is easy to install...

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Why is my Pool Losing Water?

Why is my Pool Losing Water?

May 27, 2021

Pools lose water because of varying factors. The most common reason for decreasing pool water levels is because of normal evaporation. Normal evaporation...

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How to Test and Maintain Your Swimming Pool Water

How to Test and Maintain Your Swimming Pool Water

March 24, 2021

LEARN HOW TO TEST AND MAINTAIN YOUR SWIMMING POOL WATER Fresh, clean, sparkling water is what we all want! And, if you just...

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Pool School - Pool Closing

Pool School - Pool Closing

February 24, 2021

POOL SCHOOL: POOL CLOSING INFORMATION Watch this recording of our last pool school for 2020 to learn more about how to close your...

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Pool Closing Checklist

Pool Closing Checklist

February 24, 2021

WINTERIZING YOUR POOL Use this checklist to close your pool for the winter after temperatures drop to highs of 60 to 65 degrees...

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How to Assemble a Flower Fountain

How to Assemble a Flower Fountain

February 24, 2021

How to Assemble and Connect a Flower Fountain You may have received a Flower Fountain along with your pool. Watch this video to learn...

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Chemical Information for Pool Closing

Chemical Information for Pool Closing

February 24, 2021

Pool Closing Chemical Information for Nature's Pure and Chlorine Pools Learn more about what chemicals you need to use in order to safely...

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Is Your Pool Ready to Party?

Is Your Pool Ready to Party?

February 24, 2021

Summer is in full swing and you may be planning some pool parties. These products and tips will help ensure your pool is...

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Glossary of Terms for New Pool Owners

Glossary of Terms for New Pool Owners

February 24, 2021

If you are new to pool ownership this article is a must read for you! I will go over the parts and what...

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Swimming Pool School

Swimming Pool School

February 24, 2021

SWIMMING POOL SCHOOL Watch this recording of our Facebook Live Pool School. Our Water Care Concierge gives comprehensive instruction on pool opening and...

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Common Sand Filter Issues

Common Sand Filter Issues

February 24, 2021

Common Sand Filter Issues Sand filters make excellent pool cleaners, but they have a few common issues. Know what to look for so...

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Common Problems with Swimming Pool Leaks

Common Problems with Swimming Pool Leaks

February 24, 2021

Common Problems with Leaks If you're routinely adding more than two inches of water to your pool per week, you probably have a...

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Common Issues with Waterway Cartridge Filters

Common Issues with Waterway Cartridge Filters

February 24, 2021

Common Waterway Cartridge Filter Issues Having problems with your filter? Here are a few of the most common cartridge filter problems and how...

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How to Assemble a Manual Pool Vacuum

How to Assemble a Manual Pool Vacuum

February 24, 2021

How to Assemble a Manual Pool Vacuum Learn how to assemble and use your manual pool vacuum by watching this video. You will...

Est. reading time: 1 minutes
Cleaning a Waterway Cartridge Filter

Cleaning a Waterway Cartridge Filter

February 24, 2021

How to Clean a Waterway Cartridge Filter The time has come to clean your Waterway Cartridge Filter! The process may even extend overnight,...

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Cleaning a Waterway Sand Filter

Cleaning a Waterway Sand Filter

February 24, 2021

Cleaning & Maintaining a Waterway Sand Filter Operating your sand filter requires some knowledge, watch this video to learn more about cleaning and...

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Nature's Pure Shock and Tablets

Nature's Pure Shock and Tablets

February 24, 2021

What Tablets and Shock should I use with Nature's Pure? With the Nature's pure system you want to use NST tablets (1 per...

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Nature's Pure Ionizer

Nature's Pure Ionizer

February 24, 2021

Nature's Pure Ionizer New Pool Install with Nature's Pure Once your pool has been installed and you have your pump running you...

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How to Operate Your Pool Sand Filter

How to Operate Your Pool Sand Filter

February 24, 2021

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR POOL SAND FILTER Do you know how to operate your sand filter? Is your pool still dirty even though...

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How to Use a Pool Auto Vacuum

How to Use a Pool Auto Vacuum

February 24, 2021

HOW TO USE YOUR AUTO-VACUUM Using a pool vacuum makes the task of cleaning the floor of the pool easy! Here are some...

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How to Use a Robotic Pool Vacuum

How to Use a Robotic Pool Vacuum

February 24, 2021

HOW TO USE YOUR ROBOTIC CLEANER Robotic cleaners are designed to maintain a clean pool without little work for the pool owner. Everyone’s...

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Changing your Pool Cartridge Filter

Changing your Pool Cartridge Filter

February 24, 2021

CHANGING YOUR CARTRIDGE FILTER The pool filter is the heart of your swimming pool. If it is working properly, the water stays clean...

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Caring for Your Pool After the Rain

Caring for Your Pool After the Rain

February 24, 2021

CARING FOR YOUR POOL AFTER THE RAIN We’re all familiar with Oklahoma weather! It can be sunny one moment and a torrential downpour...

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Kiss Green Pool Water Goodbye

Kiss Green Pool Water Goodbye

February 24, 2021

KISS GREEN POOL WATER GOODBYE! It's never fun to pull back your pool cover and see that the water has turned green and...

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Opening Your Swimming Pool For Summer

Opening Your Swimming Pool For Summer

February 24, 2021

Opening your Pool for Summer The sun is shining and the weather is warming up! Is your pool ready for you to take...

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Winterizing Your Swimming Pool

Winterizing Your Swimming Pool

February 24, 2021

  Winterizing Your Pool   Putting on a Pool Cover   Winterizing your Pool   Winter Plugs on your Filter   Winterizing your...

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Shop Pool Accessories

Pool accessories are essential for enhancing the functionality, safety, and enjoyment of your pool. They can help maintain your pool in top condition, provide additional safety measures, and create a more enjoyable swimming experience. Whether you're looking to improve your pool's aesthetics or make maintenance easier, the right accessories can make a significant difference.

360° Bristles 18″ Pool Cleaning Brush

360° Bristles 18″ Pool Cleaning Brush

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Retail: $41

Super Scooper Leaf Rake

Super Scooper Leaf Rake

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Retail: $50

Pool Cover Pillow (4x4ft)

Pool Cover Pillow (4x4ft)

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Pool Cover Pillow (4x8ft)

Pool Cover Pillow (4x8ft)

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Retail: $33

Pool Cover Siphon Pump

Pool Cover Siphon Pump

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Retail: $58

1 1/2″ NPT Winter Plug for Pool Equipment

1 1/2″ NPT Winter Plug for Pool Equipment

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Retail: $9

Aluminum 18″ Pool Wall Cleaning Brush

Aluminum 18″ Pool Wall Cleaning Brush

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Retail: $24

Large Fast Patch Kit for Vinyl Pool Liners

Large Fast Patch Kit for Vinyl Pool Liners

Galaxy Price $11.99

Retail: $19
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OZ3 Ozone Generator

OZ3 Ozone Generator

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Retail: $1,189
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Salt Water Magic Monthly Kit

Salt Water Magic Monthly Kit

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Retail: $84
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Pool First Aid | 2 Liters

Pool First Aid | 2 Liters

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Retail: $50
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Advanced Copper Test Kit

Advanced Copper Test Kit

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Retail: $67
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Sanitizer 56 | 1 lb.

Sanitizer 56 | 1 lb.

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Retail: $14
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Pure Oxidizing Shock | 10lb.

Pure Oxidizing Shock | 10lb.

Galaxy Price $99

Retail: $169
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Hot Tub, Swim Spa & Pool Filter Cleaner

Hot Tub, Swim Spa & Pool Filter Cleaner

Galaxy Price $20.95

Retail: $35
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SunSalt Salt Water Pool System Replacement Cell 25K

SunSalt Salt Water Pool System Replacement Cell 25K

Galaxy Price $899

Retail: $1,529
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Sanitizing Granular by Galaxy®

Sanitizing Granular by Galaxy®

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Retail: $41
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MegaBlu Clarifier® by Pool Breeze®

MegaBlu Clarifier® by Pool Breeze®

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Retail: $40
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Algicide60® by Pool Breeze®

Algicide60® by Pool Breeze®

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Metal Removing Agent® by Pool Breeze®

Metal Removing Agent® by Pool Breeze®

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Retail: $41
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pH Plus by Poolife®

pH Plus by Poolife®

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Retail: $11
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Advanced Shock®

Advanced Shock®

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Retail: $60
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Advanced Prep®

Advanced Prep®

Galaxy: $31.95

Retail: $55
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Advanced Clear®

Advanced Clear®

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Retail: $55
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Pool Services

At Galaxy, we are dedicated to ensuring that you have all the support you need to continuously enjoy your pool. Whether you are having an issue with your pool, needing a replacement cover, or looking to upgrade with new accessories, we've got you covered. Our commitment is to help you maintain and enhance your pool so you can make the most of your investment.

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Galaxy Home Recreation has 6 convenient showrooms across Oklahoma & Western Arkansas

Fort Smith
7607 Rogers Ave.,
Fort Smith, AR 72903

Mon - Wed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thurs-Fri 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Saturday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sunday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

(479) 306-6800