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Archives for 2024
100 Degree Weather Facts for the DFW Area
It has been a very wet spring so far, but before long it will be 100 degrees and rainfall will likely become a distant memory. You might recall that last summer was a hot one—we had 55 days of at least 100 degrees (we average 20). That begs the question: What will summer 2024 be like? Recently, the weather team of WFAA made predictions of how many triple-digit temperature days that we will have … [Read more...] about 100 Degree Weather Facts for the DFW Area
Swimming Pool Maintenance Tips
It has been an extremely wet spring so far. But now that we are into June, temperatures are beginning to rise into the 90’s on a fairly regular basis and based on our weather history, the rainy weather will likely lessen. Before long, we will likely be seeing 100 degrees, as our average first day to reach 100 degrees is July 1st. With that being said, we know that as the temperatures continue to … [Read more...] about Swimming Pool Maintenance Tips
Protecting Yourself This Summer
Now that all area schools are out for the summer and the Memorial Day weekend is behind us, the hot weather is beginning to arrive. As of this writing (May 28th), we have only reached 90 degrees ten times (May 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27), and it has not yet reached 100 degrees. The average date of our first 100-degree day is July 1st, but it will be here soon enough. With the … [Read more...] about Protecting Yourself This Summer
May is National Water Safety Month
As pool season kicks off for many of the 35,000 plus swimming pools in Denton County, it is important to be aware of pool safety. May has been designated as National Water Safety Month. National Water Safety Month is an annual awareness campaign coordinated by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance with support from the American Red Cross, National Drowning Prevention Alliance, National … [Read more...] about May is National Water Safety Month
Now is a Great Time to Have a Pool Heater
With ambient temperatures beginning to warm up, pool water temperatures are increasing as well. As of this writing (April 29th), average pool water temperatures in the Denton area are in the low to mid 70’s—of course this depends on if the pool is shaded, if it has a dark surface, etc. According to the National Oceanographic Data Center, 70-78 degrees is where most people feel comfortable … [Read more...] about Now is a Great Time to Have a Pool Heater
5 Tips to Help You Get Your Pool Ready
The weather as of late has been spectacular and it appears that the cold weather is behind us. As a matter of fact, we can almost be assured that we have had the last freeze of winter 2023/2024, as our average last freeze is on March 13th. With that being said, we can’t be sure that we have seen our last freeze because our latest last freeze on record was on April 13th (1957 & 1997). With that … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Help You Get Your Pool Ready
2024 BIG SALE DATES ANNOUNCED!
39 years ago, the Retail Store of Gohlke Pools started having an annual sale—called The Big Sale! This sale has historically been a great opportunity for pool owners to stock up for the upcoming pool season at special discounted prices and to begin preparing their pool for the season. In an effort to accommodate the needs and timing of all of our Retail Store customers, we have decided to have … [Read more...] about 2024 BIG SALE DATES ANNOUNCED!
5 Tips on How to Select a Pool Contractor
NOTE: THIS IS THE SECOND IN A SERIES OF FOUR ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. The past few years have been extremely busy for the swimming pool construction industry—demand has definitely exceeded supply. In other words, more consumers wanted pools than there were companies and skilled workers available to build them. Unfortunately, this resulted in an expansion … [Read more...] about 5 Tips on How to Select a Pool Contractor
