Welcome to the Gib-San SPLASH Newsletter!

Our SPLASH newsletter is just one way we keep in touch to ensure you get the maximum enjoyment from the pool, hot tub or other products purchased from us. In this publication you'll find maintenance tips and reminders as well as information on other products we've picked to complement your current Gib-San products and lifestyle. We hope you enjoy it, and if you have any suggestions or topics you would like more information on in future issues, please let us know.

We are proud of our company and we like to share what we are doing so that you will have a better understanding of our commitment to the industry and to you, our customers, through our continued professional development.

Gibbs - President of the National Spa & Pool Institute, Toronto Chapter – For the past year Ed Gibbs, President of Gib-San, has been President of the Toronto Chapter of this industry association. During his tenure, he has been instrumental in increasing the association's commitment to education and training relevance within the swimming pool and spa industry. Gib-San has had a long history of contributing to the industry by serving on boards and committees. This commitment extends back to 1965 when Ed Gibbs Sr. was President of the original Ontario Pool Association.

Management Training - by Franklin Covey Programs – We believe that investing in our people is one of the best business investments we can make. Our senior staff have embarked on a series of training sessions aimed at making them better managers and more enriched individuals with an appreciation of the necessity of balance in life. An underlying theme of these programs expressed in terms of our specific business is: we are not just building a pool - we are building relationships. At Gib-San we truly believe this and build our service programs around that concept.

Project Management Courses – Our production management group has just completed Project Management training also run by the Franklin Covey Group. This is a critical aspect of customer service and on-time delivery, and we are committed to continually striving to be the best in this area.

ISO Certification is getting closer – We are on track to becoming the first dedicated pool and spa company in North America to achieve ISO certification. “ISO” stands for International Standards Organization which is a system used by all major companies around the world to establish professional operating standards.

New website is a real hit this season! www.gibsanpools.com
Over 10,000 visitors have visited our site since it was launched a year ago, with an incredible number of them browsing it for over 30 minutes. This is the best endorsement for any site. Our Gallery of pool, hot tub and landscape photos is expanding all the time, as is our Clubhouse - a special section full of helpful ideas and services for our valued Gib-San pool and spa owners. Plan on “stopping by” soon for some new ideas for your backyard.

Account Payment made easy with Online Banking – You can now pay your Gib-San account while paying your other bills by online/telephone banking. Simply connect to your bank's online/telephone banking service and add Gib-San into your list of payee accounts. That's it! No more need for cheques and stamps. We will continue to look for ways to simplify your life.

While pool closing time is quickly approaching, that just means it is time to turn up the heat of your Spa!

We hope you have had a lot of enjoyment around your pool this summer. Hard as the thought is, it is time to schedule its closure:

• If you want us to close your pool - please book now.
  
  
• If you plan on closing your pool yourself - consider dropping-by our retail store and picking up a free copy of our “Helpful Closing Hints” along with the necessary chemicals and supplies.

Remember, we are open year round, so whenever you need something for your Hot Tub or BBQ or want to start thinking of new pool and patio ideas, drop in and see us.

We would like to thank you for your pool business this year and hope to see you over the winter for your Hot Tub and BBQ needs.

The Gib-San Pool & Spa Centre
5324 Dundas St. W. Etobicoke 416 231 9699

Jacuzzi Premium …
“How the world says Hot Tub”

“Come in for a fitting” - Would you buy a car without test driving it? Buy a suit without a fitting? Probably not, and we believe buying a hot tub is no different.

Jacuzzi offers a wide selection of models in which to choose from and one to “fit” your needs. Jacuzzi is the name people say when they talk about hot tubs and there is a reason for that! Jacuzzi offers unparalleled hydrotherapy with the quality that you demand from a trusted name.

A Jacuzzi Hot Tub not only should “fit” the user but also the environment in which you’ll be enjoying it. Let us help you make the “fit”. We can coordinate the total installation; from creating special fencing and gazebos to building waterfalls and other landscape creations.

Combining the first name in Pools and Landscape Design with the only name in hot tubs….a perfect partnering!

Come in and see our latest promotion to “fit” your budget. 

• Ask about our “Fall Frenzy In-store Promotion” – we are sure to have a model that is right for you.

• Mention SPLASH and you’ll receive an additional $250.00 off the price of the tub!!! 

• Refer someone who buys a Jacuzzi Hot Tub from us and you will receive a $100.00 store credit as our thanks to you! (See store for details).

Come in and see the difference that Jacuzzi makes. Come to our showroom and see and feel for yourself. Come in for a fitting…and remember to bring your bathing suit!

Self-locking gates – We often take fence gates for granted, but they should be checked at least twice a year. As well as being a by-law, ensuring all gates have the proper self-locking hardware that is in good working condition is just good pool safety. If a gate is dragging the lock may not have a chance to engage. Screws often loosen from the constant closing action. Add "gate closure" to your Opening and Closing Checklists.

... for Pools:

Add an Automatic Cover to your pool … enjoy both peace of mind and a warmer pool. This cover is both a safety cover and a solar blanket. It reduces heat loss and chemical consumption by slowing down evaporation.

• You are in control of pool opening times with a key lock activation system.
  
  
• Engineered so the cover track and cover housing are recessed to maintain the beauty of your pool setting.

Talk to our Renovations Department about installing one while renovating your current pool or modernizing your deck.

Close your pool with a Safety Cover!
Your yard will look great throughout the winter months and you will have the peace of mind about the added safety for children and pets. Leaves just blow off the top of these covers so you no longer have to scoop mushy leaves out of murky water in a sunken winter cover.

Opening your pool in the spring time is so much easier with these custom-fit safety covers.

• Lightweight material allows for easy installation and removal.
  
  
• Stainless springs and brass hardware.
  
  
• Complete with 10 years warranty.

Call us today to have one put on your pool this fall.

Jandy AquaLink RS OneTouch Pool Control System brings a new level of simplicity, convenience and flexibility from an indoor room – to your automatic swimming pool and spa components.

With customized programming of unlimited on/off times and activation of multiple pieces of equipment with the OneTouch control you are able to manage your backyard environment with ease. The automatic control of heating, lighting, water features and more lets you sit back and enjoy your backyard paradise.

Jandy AquaLink RS All Button System allows for more customized automatic control of your swimming pool and spa. Custom labeled buttons for all your equipment helps you easily understand and control your pool system. Ask a Gib-San consultant which system is best for you.

...for Hot Tubs:

Hot Tub Sanitizers
Bromine is an option to chlorine as a sanitizer keeping the water protected and soothing. One advantage is that bromine is virtually odourless. This is available in two forms:

SpaGuard Brominating Concentrate - a new technology to help make spa care easy! Simply add these concentrated granules into the spa water according to label instructions.

If you prefer to use a floating dispenser, it is available as SpaGuard Brominating Tablets.

Enhance your hot tub experience
Choose from a variety of available products to enhance your hot tub experience. Try BioGuard's SpaGuard Optimizer Plus to make your water feel soft and silky while improving your tub's water chemistry. To escape life's stresses, why not try a fragrance from our aromatherapy product line.

Gib-San is an authorized dealer for Napoleon BBQs, and we have a wide selection in our showroom to choose from. If you have a BBQ but need accessories or sauces, we have a full range of those as well. Here is a great model to come and check out or to view the full range visit their website.

Prestige PF600

• Each PF600 is hand crafted, hand tooled and hand polished one-by-one with strict attention to detail for optimum performance.
• Super high efficiency and variable up to 101,500 BTU's.
• Huge 850 in. 2 (0.5 m 2 ) cooking area.
• Napoleon's patented, integrated dual fuel. QUAD-HEAT ™ cooking system allows for an infinite number of grilling styles and methods.
• Patented stainless steel wave rod cooking grids for even, consistent heat and Napoleon's trademark sear lines.
• Stainless steel sear plates vaporize drippings and control flare-ups.
• High intensity ceramic infra-red rear rotisserie and bottom burners for searing perfection and restaurant style grilling and roasting.
• Bottom 304 stainless steel commercial grade tube burners for optimum in-direct and convection style cooking.
• Convenient stainless steel storage drawers with ULTRA-GLIDE ™ sliders as well as generous top loading drawer for dishes, buns or towels.
• Electronic ignition featuring a heavy duty 9 volt battery for fail-free sparking power and all-stainless-steel standing pilot for smooth, trouble-free ignition.
• Built-in halogen lights for night-time grilling and entertaining.

Try this Napoleon BBQ Recipe:

Book your Pool's Closing Date … limited times available
If you received a mailer regarding Pool Closing, please complete the Winterizing Request Form and fax it in. If you did not receive the form, call 416-749 4361 ext. 232 or e-mail us at service@gibsanpools.com.

If your pool or spa was built by Gib-San you can book your Pool/Spa Winterizing online through the Clubhouse section of the website. If you cannot access the Clubhouse, you can request your Clubhouse access code by registering here. It is free and only available to Gib-San pool and spa owners.

Pool Closing Tips … if closing your own pool:
If you are closing your own pool, doing it right will prevent possible freezing or chemical imbalance problems. Test your water before closing your pool to ensure it is chemically balanced to prevent staining and scaling over the winter. Allow chemicals to circulate for a minimum of 12 hours if possible before closing your pool.

Bring your water into the Gib-San Pool & Spa Centre for free water testing and pick up a Winterizing Tips Sheet that details the process and what you'll need to do it properly. We have everything from the chemicals to the winter cover, water bags, skimmer gizmos, expansion plugs, pool antifreeze, and the tools to help you do each step correctly.

Filters should be cleaned when closing. If you have a cartridge filter such as the System 3, use a filter cleaner and high-power sprayer to rinse the cartridge(s). Be careful not to use too much pressure or you may damage the fibers of the filter. If you like, Gib-San Service will pick these up, clean them properly and return them for only $129.95.

• Have your water professionally tested – we are at 5324 Dundas Street West.
• Clean the pool filter - use Bio-Guard Filter Brite.

Add winterizing chemicals:

• Bio-Guard Hiber Shock - to remove summer waste.
• Winterize II Algaecide - to prevent algae growth.
• Bio-Guard Stain & Scale - to prevent staining.

Spa/Hot Tub Maintenance Tip
Hot tub maintenance doesn't have to be difficult but it is extremely important to maintain good water quality. The more people using the hot tub, the more attention you need to give it. Here are some rules of thumb:

• Check the water regularly (2-3 times per week). Check it a few hours before and after heavy use (using AquaCheck test strips).
• pH should be between 7.4 and 7.6.
• Total Alkalinity should be between 100ppm and 140 ppm.
• Sanitizer …. This test is dependent on what you are using (chlorine, bromine, ozone …)
• Change the water 3 or 4 times a year … typically late winter, mid-summer and late fall depending on usage pattern. We can test the water to tell you if it should be changed based on the test results.
• Filter should be cleaned every 2 weeks, washing it down and using SpaGuard Filter Brite every other time.
  

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