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Can a deck be converted to an inground pool?

Can a deck be converted to an inground pool? Conversions will completely cover an inground pool, sometimes employing pumps to keep standing water from collecting in the pool below. For a homeowner interested in using the location as an outdoor living space, a deck conversion is a straightforward solution and eliminates the significant expense of outright removal. Is it OK to have an inground pool in your backyard? An inground pool can be a fabulous centerpiece of backyard living, but there are situations in which having this recreational fixture on the property becomes a source of frustration for the homeowner....

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Can you replace the top rails on an above-ground pool?

Can you replace the top rails on an above-ground pool? One of the most common and easiest ways to replace the top rails is to make them out of wood. Most often this is done by using pressure treated 1"x6" or other sized wood planks to emulate similar lengths and widths of the damaged top rail. How long do metal above ground pools last? Typically, a steel above-ground pool purchased from a "big box retail store" can last up to 10-15 years, but liners usually last about 5-8 years and it may be necessary to replace other equipment like the...

Miscellaneous

Do pool covers keep mosquitoes away?

Do pool covers keep mosquitoes away? Using a cover is a great solution to keep them away and prevent any mosquito eggs in pool at home. However, if the cover is solid, water from rain can gather on its surface and sit, which can attract mosquitoes to lay their eggs. Therefore, make sure to monitor your pool cover and prevent any water from accumulating. Are mosquitoes attracted to pool water? A clean pool isn't inviting to mosquitoes. However if they're not properly maintained, swimming pools can quickly become mosquito breeding sites, creating a nuisance for both yourself and your neighbors....

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Can you use a tarp as a pool liner?

Can you use a tarp as a pool liner? It's possible to use vinyl tarps as an alternative pool liner. It can apply to a swimming pool. Why do people put tarps under their pool? A tarp will allow all the lumps and bumps of a dirt base to show through into the base of your pool. It will cause the bottom to be lumpy and uneven and therefore hard to clean. The sand will smooth out making the bottom of your pool easier to clean and easier on the feet for walking on. How does a pool tarp work?...

Guidelines

What does the skimmer do for a pool?

What does the skimmer do for a pool? Skimmers draw in water from the surface of the pool, where most contaminants, including debris, sunscreen, body oils and hair, dwell. Skimmers are designed to pull the top 1/8 inch of the pool water. The suction power of skimmers is so slight that most swimmers don't even notice. How often do you empty a pool skimmer? You should clean your swimming pools skimmer basket at least once per week. The more often you empty out the debris caught by the basket, the better you pump filtration will be. During the most active...

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Can you refreeze cooked ground beef twice?

Can you refreeze cooked ground beef twice? You can refreeze previously frozen and cooked meat, as long as you cooked it to a safe temperature and safely handled the leftovers, according to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Food Safety website. Is it OK to refreeze cooked food? After cooking raw foods which were previously frozen, it is safe to freeze the cooked foods. If previously cooked foods are thawed in the refrigerator, you may refreeze the unused portion. Do not refreeze any foods left outside the refrigerator longer than 2 hours; 1 hour in temperatures above 90 °F. Can you refreeze...

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What stock had the most volume in one day?

What stock had the most volume in one day? Citigroup Inc NEW YORK, Aug 5 (Reuters) - A record 347 million Citigroup Inc C.N shares traded hands on Wednesday, surpassing by far the New York Stock Exchange's one-day single-stock volume peak logged only last week, the exchange said after markets closed. Why did the stock exchange suspended trading in 1861? As a result of the "Panic of 1857", stock prices slumped 45% since the first of the year. Following the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861, the NYS&EB suspended trading in securities of the seceding Southern states. On Black...

Q&A

Is Sep better than SIP?

Is Sep better than SIP? On the other hand, the advantage of SEP is that you may choose yourself in which stock(s) to invest, while in case of SIP, fund managers take the call regarding selection of stocks. So, you should go for SEP, only if you are an expert in equity investments, otherwise it's always better to invest in MF through SIP. How does systematic investment plan work? Systematic Investment Plan (SIP), is the ideal way of investing in mutual funds in a regular and systematic manner. A SIP works on the basic rule of investing regularly, enabling you...

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What are the trading hours for New York Stock Exchange?

What are the trading hours for New York Stock Exchange? NYSE BondsEarly Trading4:00 a.m. ET - 8:00 a.m. ETCore Trading8:00 a.m. ET - 5:00 p.m. ETLate Trading5:00 p.m. ET - 8:00 p.m. ET At what time does the New York Stock Exchange open each day? The NYSE is open from Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern time. The NYSE may occasionally close early, either on a planned or unplanned basis. How many trading hours are in a day? The regular weekday trading session for the U.S. bond market is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET. How much...

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When does Global Indemnity Group, LLC ( Gbli ) stock price?

When does Global Indemnity Group, LLC ( Gbli ) stock price? BALA CYNWYD, Pa., June 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Indemnity Group, LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI) announced today its Board of Directors has approved a distribution payment of $0.25 per common share to be paid on June 30, 2021 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 21, 2021. Who are the shareholders of Global Indemnity group? About Global Indemnity Group, LLC and its subsidiaries Global Indemnity Group, LLC (NASDAQ:GBLI), through its several direct and indirect wholly owned subsidiary insurance companies, provides both admi Harbert Fund...