Not all yards have the space for a massive swimming pool. Bummer, I know. But did you know there are tons of great options for smaller pools as well? If you’re looking for a pool that delivers beauty, durability, and low maintenance in a compact size, small fiberglass pools are an excellent choice. These pools … Read more
If you’re considering purchasing a swimming pool, you may be concerned about the maintenance you’ll have to undertake. Picking the pool that is right for you and your swimming needs is one thing. That will determine a good chunk of the required maintenance. But what about the type of filter you purchase? Surely filters need … Read more
Northwest Indiana has been my home since I was 7 years old—growing up in St. John, later moving to Dyer, and now raising my own family in Cedar Lake. I still remember when this area was mostly cornfields. Today, it’s a thriving, tight-knit community filled with incredible families and hardworking small businesses. I couldn’t be … Read more
If you’re considering purchasing an inground swimming pool, you have got a lot to consider. For years, concrete and vinyl liner pools dominated the marketplace. I mean, think about it, you can essentially craft a concrete or vinyl liner pool to look like whatever your heart desires. Customizability is a huge draw for a lot … Read more
If you’re thinking about purchasing an inground fiberglass pool, you may be wondering what maintenance these pools require. For a lot of homeowners, the amount of maintenance required is one of a few key factors that determine whether or not they will actually purchase a pool. Some other factors include: Cost Functionality Customizability You may … Read more
The pool-buying journey is a unique one. During the early stages before the pool has been purchased, or even before you decide whether you’re actually going to get one, it can be easy to forget just how much work will be required to get a pool in your yard. Usually at this stage, you’re imagining … Read more
In a perfect world, a pool would magically manifest in one’s backyard like something out of The Lord of the Rings. Unfortunately, we do not live in middle earth. And even worse, getting a pool installed requires a few things you, the homeowner, must do. Don’t worry though, it is very simple as long as … Read more
If you’re in the market for an inground pool, the list of manufacturers and installation companies you have to choose from is about as long as the runway at the end of Fast and Furious 6. With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to determine the best manufacturer for you and … Read more
One of the hardest parts about getting any project done is finding the right people to help you get it done. In the case of an inground swimming pool, finding the best pool installation company can be like trying to find a crushed plastic water bottle at the bottom of a pool (trust me, I’ve … Read more
We here in the Midwest are not lucky enough to enjoy our swimming pools all year round. We have actually had some pretty gnarly winters over the years. It seems like they usually hit Chicago and the greater Chicagoland region particularly badly. Chicagoland residents value their summers. Shocker, I know. The area known for being … Read more