5 Must-Have Swimming Pool Accessories this Summer!

The sun is out in beautiful Upstate New York and that means that backyards are being occupied with swimmers and loungers! At Alpin Haus, we totally understand wanting to maximize your backyard experience, whether it be for you, the kids, or the whole family. We put our pool team to the test and asked for five MUST-HAVE pool accessories that we have in the showroom, and these are the goods they came up with:

1. Maytronics Dolphin Pool Cleaner

We love pools, swimming, and everything that comes with the lifestyle. With that being said, vacuuming the pool may be one of the activities that you aren’t chomping at the bit to do. With the Maytronics Dolphin Pool Vacuum, you can relax in the sun with some snacks and refreshments, all while your pool becomes spotless! With five different models available, there is an option for any size pool, above-ground or in-ground, with any feature you’ll need to get the job done. You can even control the Dolphin with a smartphone app, making it easy to see when you’re ready to dive in.

2. YETI Beverage Ramblers & Coolers

Speaking of the refreshments you’ll be enjoying while your new Dolphin Pool Vacuum works its magic, you’ll want them ice cold and protected from the sun! YETI coolers and ramblers can keep your fresh iced tea, lemonade, and soda cans the perfect temperature for some sunny day sipping. Alpin Haus carries YETI rambler mugs and bottles ranging from 20oz to 42oz, coolers that can fit up to 54 cans, and tall can insulators. Not a single warm drink in sight, all while you sit by the pool.

A bonus for our YETI products is that you can bring them anywhere! With industry leading durability, bring your coolers and ramblers to the lake, ocean, campgrounds, or wherever a cold beverage may be needed.

3. Heavy-Duty Leaf Skimmer

An accessory that makes all the difference. Having a heavy-duty skimmer to get any leaves, twigs, or other outdoor debris out quickly will give you peace of mind and a beautiful, clear surface. A common replacement needed is a new skimmer, but the right skimmer can last for years. On top of that, the net will not break apart anytime you scoop something heavier than the average leaf. Parents, that means that if your kids leave some toys in the pool, you can trust this skimmer to scoop them out quick instead of waiting for them to float around to you, or worse, trying to scoop them and breaking it.

4. Pool Basketball Hoop

Back to the fun stuff we go with an accessory that can keep the kids happy, and provide good times for the “big kids” when you have some company over! Whether you want a hoop that floats around in the water, or can be put on the ledge of the pool, they provide a fun summer activity, and can spark a little family competition.

5. Solar Cover

For our team who lives in Upstate New York, one of the top accessories we use is a solar cover. Keeping the water warm is a huge bonus for pool owners, as just a couple of cooler nights can cause the water temperature to drop substantially. Using your solar cover during the night can help keep the warmth in, making sure that your pool will be ready to use at all times!

If any of these accessories speak to you, feel free to stop at either our Amsterdam or Clifton Park locations, where you can find these options available. We also do free computerized pool water testing in these locations, as well as our new High Adventure location in Latham. Swing by anytime and we will make sure your pool is clear, healthy, and ready for sunny days and basketball plays!