If you’re thinking about purchasing an inground swimming pool, ask yourself: What are my swimming wants and needs? Determining these will help you figure out which pool is right for you. The three types of inground pools are: vinyl liner pools, concrete/gunite pools, and fiberglass pools. Odds are, if you clicked on this article, you’re … Read more
An inground pool is unlike most investments you’ll make in your life. To get one in your backyard and swim-ready, you need to find a trusted pool builder who sources their pools from a reputable, credible manufacturer. Finding the right swimming pool contractor for you and your backyard makes the difference between a professional pool … Read more
A veteran pool boy once told me that with great pools comes great responsibility. This is especially true for inground pools. Proper inground pool maintenance is the key to keeping your water clear, your equipment running efficiently, and your primary investment (your pool!) protected. If you don’t know how to maintain your inground pool, however, … Read more
Ask any inground pool owner about owning an inground pool, and many will have great things to say. One may assume that an inground pool would require basic maintenance and care, but remember, these are luxury products and should be treated as such. You guessed it, guys: owning an inground pool means regular upkeep. You … Read more
So you’re one of many people who don’t like the feel of chlorinated water on their skin. Totally understandable. You’ve probably been researching different pool water chlorine alternatives and are curious about salt. Saltwater pools have grown in popularity over the past decade, and many homeowners choose them as a “chlorine alternative” for their inground … Read more
When it comes to inground pool decks, nothing beats concrete. Whether you’re going with standard broom-finished concrete or stamped concrete, a concrete pool deck offers everything you need to support your pool. Plus, it just looks really nice around a pool! Of course, that’s not to say that there are no problems that can be … Read more
Saltwater pools have become increasingly popular for homeowners with inground pools. Many people prefer the softer feel of the water and the convenience of automated chlorine production. But while a saltwater pool can be a great option, it’s important to understand the realities that come with a salt chlorine generator. Whether you own fiberglass pools, … Read more
How does water flow through an inground swimming pool? How does a pool stay clear and clean? The answer is *drumroll* pool equipment! Your pool equipment is the respiratory system and heart of your swimming pool. When something stops working, whether it’s the pool pump, pool filter, or pool heater (if you have one), your … Read more
There has been a growing trend in the inground pool world for some time. Pools aren’t cheap. There’s no getting around that. For that reason, many prospective pool owners are turning their sights to plunge pools, which offer compact swim space at a lower cost. This is especially true in the Midwest, where backyard space, … Read more
Why are inground pools so expensive these days? Are you considering purchasing a smaller pool to maximize your backyard and save money? These are great questions, and ones that can be answered with: plunge pools! Plunge pools are not a new thing in the pool world. They have actually been around, in one way … Read more