Pools

We are fortunate to be living in one of the sunniest countries on the world and for most a pool is a place to enjoy splashing, lazing and swimming in.

There are of course things which need to be checked regularly such as PH Levels, making sure the filter is working properly, making sure fencing and signage is up to standard, but there is also one MAJOR item that should be on the checklist and that is ELECTRICITY!

For the most part to lessen the risk of electricity around pools, there are unseen safety features built into the construction of every pool called bonding and earthing. What are these things?

“Bonding is the process by which the electrical and metallic components of the pool are joined together with a wire to form a non-resistive path between the components. The goal of bonding is to connect, contain and prevent the transmission of any harmful electrical voltage to pool equipment, people and pets.”

“Earthing, or grounding as it's also known, is the process by which the bonded pool components are connected to the earth. The goal of grounding is to direct and dissipate any harmful electrical current to the ground and away from pool.”

Electrical bonding and earthing are two of the most important parts to be put in place before your pool is poured and helps keep you and your family safe from stray electrical currents from the pool water to prevent electrocution or drowning.

Pools aren’t the only risk from poor bonding/earthing, your water pipes and metal appliances in your home can turn deadly from a MEN fault. Getting regular switchboard and electrical installation checks for your property could save the lives of you and your family.

Backyard with illuminated swimming pool at dusk, surrounded by patio furniture, lounge chairs, and decorative lighting with trees and a grassy hillside in the background.
Backyard swimming pool at night with blue water and surrounding lighting, wooden deck, and a privacy fence.
Nighttime view of a luxurious swimming pool with underwater blue and yellow LED lights, surrounded by lush tropical plants, palm trees, and outdoor lounge chairs. There is a wooden pergola with seating, a firepit area in the background, and a clear dark sky.
Illuminated backyard swimming pool with waterfall features and rocks at night.

Pool Lighting

Pool lighting can be very practical and allows you to see when you are in the pool swimming at night, but the right lighting a pool can be so much more. There are so many different options now to choose from with pool lighting, from white lights to amazing automated and timed colour effects. Bright coloured festive lighting can turn your Celebrate holidays or birthdays with festive colored lights. Whatever your mood, pool lighting lets you create the back yard ambiance that you desire. It can turn your pool a magical and enchanting place to swim at night.

Nighttime view of a modern backyard with a rectangular swimming pool, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a white wall, with a glass house on the left side.
Illuminated outdoor swimming pool with built-in LED lights in purple and blue, surrounded by a landscaped garden at dusk.
Nighttime view of a swimming pool with cascading waterfalls illuminated by colorful purple, pink, and blue lights, surrounded by rocks and lush tropical plants.
A modern backyard pool illuminated at dusk, surrounded by a wooden fence and lush greenery.