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Archives for January 2025
How to Deal with Freeze Damage
We have had a couple of very cold periods this month—one on the week of January 6th that brought us snow on January 9-10, and another that arrived on January 18th that brought with it many consecutive hours of below freezing temperatures. With temperatures getting as low as they did combined with the number of consecutive hours below freezing, there were some pools that have experienced some … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Freeze Damage
How Do I Begin the Planning Process for a Swimming Pool?
NOTE: THIS IS THE 4th IN A SERIES OF six ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. THE NEXT ARTICLES WILL BE: Like any large investment, it is critical that you take your time in making decisions. Following are some tips to help get you started on the proper path when purchasing a swimming pool: Pool placement in the yardGame pool or diving poolPool only or pool with … [Read more...] about How Do I Begin the Planning Process for a Swimming Pool?
Ten Reasons to choose Gohlke Pools as your Pool Builder
NOTE: THIS IS THE 6th IN A SERIES OF SIX ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. Thank you.We want to be your swimming pool builder. … [Read more...] about Ten Reasons to choose Gohlke Pools as your Pool Builder
5 Tips on How to Select a Pool Builder
NOTE: THIS IS THE 5th IN A SERIES OF SIX ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. Starting around the middle of 2020 (at the start of the pandemic), times got extremely busy for the swimming pool construction industry—demand definitely exceeded supply. In other words, more consumers wanted pools than there were companies and skilled workers available to build them. … [Read more...] about 5 Tips on How to Select a Pool Builder
How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool?
NOTE: THIS IS THE 2nd IN A SERIES OF six ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. One of the most common questions that pool builders get is—“How much does it cost to build a swimming pool?” As with many other purchases, prices vary greatly depending on what the prospective buyer is desiring. We all have different tastes. Following are a few examples of why it is so … [Read more...] about How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool?
How to Prevent Freeze Damage
Cold weather is on the way! The forecast is calling for extremely cold weather beginning late this weekend into early next week. This can be difficult on pool equipment, as water expands by approximately 9% when it freezes, sometimes resulting in busted pipes or equipment components. What can really be difficult on pool equipment is consecutive number of hours below freezing—which we are … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Freeze Damage
How Long Does it Take to Build a Swimming Pool?
NOTE: THIS IS THE 3rd IN A SERIES OF six ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. THE NEXT ARTICLES WILL BE: One very common question that we receive is: “How long does it take to build a swimming pool?” This can be a difficult question to answer, as each project is different. Much like building a home, there is a considerable amount of planning that takes place before … [Read more...] about How Long Does it Take to Build a Swimming Pool?
The Pros & Cons of Pool Ownership
NOTE: THIS IS THE 1st IN A SERIES OF six ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. THE NEXT ARTICLES WILL BE: Most home improvement contractors, including pool builders, have been very busy over the last 4-5 years. The main driver initially was the pandemic and the desire to improve the home, which is where most people were spending their time. Other drivers were the growth of … [Read more...] about The Pros & Cons of Pool Ownership
