Installing a Pool – Why it takes longer than you think

Building Inground Pools & Spas timeline of construction & leveling real world expectations. Timeline to build a pool in your backyard in 2020 to 2021 In January 2020 the pool construction industry was swimming along to a seemingly typical start to a busy season, then something happened. Whether or not you agree with the current […]

Why does sand go into the pool after backwashing?

The question: Why is sand going back to the pool after backwashing the filter?   “Clear water ,ph ,chlorine level good. I have an above ground pool with a sand filter. After I vacuum the pool I backwash I lose sand then I put on rinse to level the sand for about 30 sec. then […]

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Sand pool filter troubleshooting

My pool filter pressure goes down, not up, what gives? In a recent experience we had an 18k gallon inground guinite pool with a Hayward S-200 sand filter we helped the customer troubleshoot their sand pool filter to try and find the answer to an uncommon problem.

Why does my pool filter pressure go down rather than up?

Chlorine or bromine, which is better in a pool or spa?

We get this question a lot: “Chlorine or bromine?” To be honest either will work in a spa or a pool but to be more specific, Bromine works better at higher temperatures than chlorine. Above 75°F, bromine remains stable, whereas chlorine is more effective in temperatures as low as 65°F.

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Chlorine or bromine, which is better in a pool or spa?

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Technology in the Pool Industry

Turn your pool truck into a Ferrari. Pilot by PoolToday is now live!

PoolToday has helped Pool Service Pros in Florida. We have found that customers are 30% more likely to pay for parts and repairs through our app than without it. In fact, in a matter of weeks we have expanded from just pool service to offering over a dozen different products and services.

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Technology for Pool Service Companies

Pool Trader App

Pool Trader is a totally free app specifically designed for anyone in the swimming pool industry. 

The original idea and goal was to create something that can help everyone, especially weekly service techs, to get tighter routes. I drove ALL over the valley here in the Phoenix area for years, going as far as 45 minutes in every direction to service pool accounts. I would constantly drive by other pool companies or even park across the street from a fellow tech as he went into his customers yard, and me into mine. It would frustrate me to think of how far I was driving to my accounts. On occasion I would get to speak with a fellow tech as we serviced the same area, and some were doing the exact same thing I was, driving a lot of miles, but a few would say, “I live just around the corner”!! And this is where the spark of the idea came.

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Cost of Ownership Pools & Spas

Pool Maintenance & Upkeep Costs DIY vs Hiring a Service Company Price Comparison

It’s crucial to count the pool maintenance cost of a swimming pool before buying one so you can plan for the future. You also have to budget for electricity and water bills, not to mention monthly maintenance costs, which do add up...

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Furry Friends mean Troubled Pools

It’s nice to be able to let the dogs play in the pool, let them cool down and wash dirt into the pool. Is it bad to let pets into the pool? Should I treat my pool if I let the dogs swim? “An average sized dog is equal to 50 swimmers in the pool.”

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Making Pools Safer for Children

Owning AND living near a swimming pool comes with inherent responsibility and risk. Drowning is silent. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1-4 years of age in the United States. The percentage of child drowning deaths in public pools with lifeguards on duty is at 19%.

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How being CPO certified helps you run a better pool business

What is a CPO Certification? CPO® Certification provides individuals with the knowledge, techniques, and skills of pool and spa operations. This training has helped protect millions of swimmers by reducing hazards at aquatic facilities. CPO® Certification, the world’s leading verifiable pool and spa training credential, is available as a blended training program.

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Gunite, Shotcrete, Concrete – What great pools are made of

Your pool is what it’s made of Dave at Your DIY Pool Plans explains in detail: What is gunite? Is gunite different than shotcrete or concrete? Why do people say gunite is the best way to build a new pool? … and much more in this 2000 word article that pretty much answers all of […]
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What’s Protecting Your Backyard Investment?

Swimming Pool Enclosures – a good Idea? Different than an automatic pool cover, a swimming pool enclosure allows you to use the pool while it is protected from the elements. If you have been considering a way to cover the pool area but still be able to use the pool and patio. In this post […]
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DIY POOL CARE QUESTIONS 101

If you are a pool owner looking to maintain your own swimming pool here are the basics. Things the DIY pool owner needs to know. WHAT DO YOU NEED FOR A CHLORINE POOL? You will need chlorine for the type of system you have (if it is installed into the plumbing of your pool system). […]
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List of Resources for Swimming Pool Owners and Pool Professionals

YOUR SWIMMING POOL RESOURCE CENTER

Your Pool Help provides a valuable online swimming pool resource solution for new and experienced pool owners. their network of solid top rated fully qualified pool professionals have proven extensive experience in swimming pool designs and engineering. Featuring exclusively the most trusted for their customer service reputation, and thoroughly screened for stability and follow-through so you can be confident in your new pool purchase decision. We understand your need for personalized service. New pool owners and experienced pool owners all benefit from the valuable information that we share about the swimming pool industry. Your Pool Help, where swimming pool industry relationships meet consumer confidence in harmony. their mission is to take the guess work and stress out of your swimming pol purchasing equation, to help you navigate the process with ease, providing a little insight and pool school guidance along the way! It all starts with a call or an email, simply send us your request.

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SWIMMING POOL FINANCING GUIDANCE

What you need to know, before you buy, about financing your new swimming pool.
Have you been planning to buy a custom swimming pool, and you're just stuck on the part where you have to figure out how to pay for it? Lightstream Financial is here to help show you a path to become the owner of that beautiful pool you've been dreaming of. The journey to custom pool ownership begins with the project budget. If you have owned a pool before then you may already know your pool loan options, for those who do not we are here to help you get a quick and fair financing solution. We work with a top National Lender who focus on great terms on affordable swimming pool loans.
Discover the cost of building a quality swimming pool, and how much it will cost to install a new inground pool.

Before describing exactly how much a custom pool can cost to build, just keep in mind that the price of the pool is largely based on the pool size and included features. The amount of pool that you are aloud to go crazy with will be strictly tied to your project budget, their professionals will guide you in the right direction and maximize your pool features based on your budget. Consider this, the swimming pool is not the only aspect of the total project cost. Your must also think about the repairs to sprinkler system, fences, and the landscaping that will be used after the pool is complete. We go into more details about the general costs associated with building different types of pools.

Custom Pool Financing & Loans
Here’s a TIP:
There are essentially three ways in which to finance for your pool project:
“Home Improvement Loan”
“Refinancing” your existing Loan
“Credit Based” Loan
There are advantages and disadvantages of each. It’s usually best to talk to a lender (or call us) to find out which of these will be best for you and your situation.
Here’s Another TIP:
Talk to a lender.
Note that you DON’T need to fill out an application, or worry about anything hitting your credit report.

SWIMMING POOL CONSTRUCTION PROCESS TIMELINE

Building an in ground swimming pool, whether a custom gunite pool, fiberglass, or vinyl liner pool is described as creating a hand made permanent structure in an uncontrolled environment. As your are aware construction projects rely heavily on favorable weather conditions as most swimming pools are built in unprotected outdoor areas. Generally speaking, and considering weather delays of normal scope, a swimming pool should take no longer than 4 - 5 months to fully complete. It can in some cases take longer than 3 months to fully complete a specialized custom pool design that features multiple unique elements. To find out more details about the swimming pool construction process including Pre-Construction Check Lists visit their Swimming Pool Construction Page.

Website: https://yourpoolplans.com/swimming-pool-construction/how-to-build-your-own-swimming-pool/

SWIMMING POOL REMODELING PROCESS

For old pools that show obvious wear, it’s time to know your pool remodeling options up front.
By the way, we are also swimming pool remodeling and pool restoration experts? It is true that after so many years of use that beautiful pool will need a bit of special attention. So Let us show you how we have helped pool owners restore or replace old pool tile, replaced and upgraded worn pool equipment, and upgraded pool design features for less than the price of a new pool installation. We can also assist you in planning landscaping features to enhance your existing pool design. Not to mention, the swimming pool remodeling financing options available for the times that you really need to fix the pool it can be a great solution to cover much needed repairs and afford pool renovations in the process.

Website: https://www.yourpoolservice.net/pool-remodeling/

HOW TO BE YOUR OWN POOL BUILDER

DIY solutions for the installation of a new swimming pool. From Your Pool Plans you can get a full set of pool design & construction plans ready to use for installing your own swimming pool. With claims of saving upwards of 40% of normal cost compared to hiring a pool builder this service is promising for the budget-friendly wannabe pool owner. There are not many online sources to get swimming pool designs, but of the few out there this is the more professional one I found. See: Online Pool Design Construction Plans by Your Pool Plans.

Website: https://yourpoolplans.com/

SWIMMING POOL MATH CALCULATIONS

Part of owning a swimming pool means having to occasionally know some conversion math, especially when adding certain chemicals to the pool. You can find some helpful conversions for pool water and chemicals for when you need to turn your pool blue again.

Website: https://yourpoolhelp.com/consumer-resources/tips-advice-diy/pool-math-calculators/

SWIMMING POOL BUSINESS DIRECTORY

If it is one thing that consumers are looking for when they want to install a new swimming pool, is where to go to find a trusted source to get the job done. Although swimming pools are popular, pool companies are not always the best at marketing their services, and you might otherwise miss out on a good company for them not appearing online (if that's where you search). This is where a online swimming pool business directory comes in handy. On this directory all the listed companies are tested for quality - and it's only for pool companies and backyard contractors, so you know you will be able to find the specialist you are looking for.

Website: https://biz.yourpoolhelp.com/

SWIMMING POOL INSPECTIONS

Homes for sale that include swimming pools is a very common thing, yet home inspectors are lacking the experience to include the swimming pool into their inspection reports relying on a local pool company to see if they can provide the assessment of the pool integrity. This can put the home owner into a situation where the subcontracted pool company may have a bias towards generating new business from the inspection for problems that may or may not exist, and the inspector is claiming to not be an expert about inspecting pools - so the buyer is left with biased & ignorant information. There is a company (at least in Texas) that specializes in helping insurance companies and home buyers with performing unbiased swimming pool inspections for both residential & commercial installations. The company Texas Pool Inspectors has over 20 years of design, engineering, construction experience and focuses on inspections only and does not provide the repair work.
Website: https://www.txpoolinspectors.com

AROUND THE POOL DAY & NIGHT

There is no doubt you will be spending a few evenings out near the pool, it's a nice thing to be able to do. You might want to make a small upgrade here and there to the backyard hangout areas, it's just what you do! No pool is finished without complimentary landscaping to tie it all together! Spending time outside at night? You are going to want custom lighting & landscape lighting to help it all look good but also so you can see where you are going. Don't simply settle for cheap big box brand landscape lights, take the time for LED quality yard lighting you will be glad you did. We know of a great provider & landscape lighting installer (in Texas) that can provide the outdoor lighting package you need.

Website: https://hudsonstreetlighting.com/

The Path to Swimming Pool Success!

Swimming pool design options to consider

What Pool Design Features Are Right For Me? You’re doing it — you’re building your dream pool! And it’s going to be everything you’ve ever imagined it would be and more! But before it can come into fruition, there are some pool design features that you may need and want to consider before the building […]

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Get fit for summer with a new pool

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Get #summer #bikini #fit - get a pool!

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5 Steps to a Perfect Summer

Five Steps for Creating the Perfect Summer-Prepped Pool Our pools can bring our families endless joy, especially during the summer. However, we need to take care of our systems and stay on top of safety and storage. Make sure you’re prepared for the coming months to keep your pool in good condition and your family […]

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LED Swimming Pool Lights for 2019

Why Your Swimming Pool Needs LED Pool Lights First, LED pool lights provide a much better ambiance than incandescent or halogen bulbs. An LED lighting system allows you to customize your swimming pool lighting by programming it for different colors. You can also set the lightening for specific locations that will offer a unique experience […]
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Texas Landscape Lighting Designer

Landscape Lighting Design & Texas Pool Owners

Want to make your backyard & pool space even better? Call Hudson Street Lighting, LLC, a Texas based landscape lighting design & installation company with locations around TX to help home & garden enthusiasts with making the best of their exterior home lighting design options.

Here’s a few examples of their work:

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Landscape Lighting Installation PRICES & PACKAGES INFO

Featuring Kichler quality LED landscape lighting products backed by a solid warranty and even come with a landscape lighting maintenance program (when available).

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Hudson Street Lighting has put the cherry on top of swimming pool landscapes, so if you’re looking for some great pool landscape lighting ideas be sure to visit their website, links below.

Hudson Street Lighting offers custom designed, affordable, quality landscape lighting & outdoor services for both the home and business (commercial & residential).

Outdoor Services from Hudson Street Lighting Including:

Outdoor & Landscape Lighting Services

• Residential Exterior Lighting Services
• Commercial Landscape Lighting Design
• New Landscape Lighting Installation
• Repairs Outdoor & Landscape Lighting
• Christmas & Holiday Light Hanging Service
• Mosquito Misting Systems
• Low Volt Lighting Maintenance & Service Program

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How to ‘Shock’ the Pool

How to ‘Shock’ a Pool

“Pool Shock” Shocking a swimming pool is a great way to bring things back into balance but should not be over used. You’ll enjoy the pleasures of swimming in crystal clear pool water by regularly maintaining and shocking your pool.

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What is swimming pool automation?

Pool & Spa automation

Pool & Spa Automation Systems The days of walking through the bushes to flip a switch to turn on the hot tub bubbles or pool lights are over. These days we are spoiled with the luxury of technology that has found it’s way into the swimming pool industry. Enter “Automated Pool Controls” – The SMART POOL

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Pool Maintenance Guide Download

Pool & Spa Maintenance Guide! 

Whether you are keeping your own pool clean (DIY) or you have hired our company or another pool service provider it would not hurt to have a helpful pool maintenance reference guide on hand when you need it!

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Pool Renovation Before and After

Pool Renovation Before & After

Complete pool remodel Montgomery, TX Your Pool Service Montgomery team takes a 10 year old concrete pool & spa to turn into a whole new look for this backyard paradise near Lake Conroe in Montgomery, Texas. See how this swimming pool transformed into a brand new looking backyard retreat.

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