Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

When I worked as a lifeguard, there was one chore that we had to complete without question every day – testing the pool water. Beyond keeping the pool clean, this simple test also ensured the water ...

Swimming in a pool is fun. Swimming in a dirty pool? Not so much. That’s why it’s important to ensure your pool is consistently clean, whether you just use it for yourself and your family, or you ...

Got a pool or a pool you frequent? Then request a free pool test kit from www.waterandhealth.org & the CDC. www.healthypools.org/freestrips is hosting the free offer ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Owning your own swimming pool is definitely a luxury.

One more thing to put in your vacation suitcase: a swimming pool test kit. “We actually recommend that people go buy test kits at their local hardware store or pool supply store and test the chlorine ...

All it takes is for the calendar to launch spring and the weather to show serious signs of warming up. Then all thoughts turn to preparing the swimming pool and spa for summer action. And that often ...

One of the most important parts of swimming pool maintenance is preventing bacterial and algae growth by shocking the water with granular pool shock chemicals or liquid chlorine. Pools typically need ...