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Hot Tub Purchasing Tips
Two years ago, we purchased our first stand-alone hot tub. We have had swimming pools that had spas attached to them, and we have even had a jetted bathtub, but we had never had a stand-alone hot tub until recently. It is the first time in 30 years that we have not had a swimming pool, but thus far our family is really enjoying having a hot tub. Hot tubs have continued to increase … [Read more...] about Hot Tub Purchasing Tips
Poolside Landscaping
What a difference landscaping can make! Pool designers and landscape designers definitely agree on the importance of properly landscaping a pool area — it can really transform a backyard pool area. Oftentimes the only difference between a swimming pool that looks good and one that looks great comes down to the landscaping. As we enter the fall and a prime time to landscape … [Read more...] about Poolside Landscaping
Now is the Time to Begin Planning a Pool
Most pool builders are asked two questions more than they hear other questions — and those questions are: “What is the best time of year to build a swimming pool?”“How do I begin the planning process for a swimming pool?” Following are the answers to these very common questions: What is the best time of year to build a swimming pool? The answer will probably not surprise you — it is … [Read more...] about Now is the Time to Begin Planning a Pool
Top 3 Winter Pool Care Options for the Denton Area
Although there are no guarantees, it is likely that the 100 degree days are over for this year. It will continue to get cooler as we venture thru October & November. Our average first freeze is November 22nd, but our earliest freeze ever was on October 22nd (occurred in 1898), therefore, cold weather is just around the corner. What kind of winter do we have ahead of us? I … [Read more...] about Top 3 Winter Pool Care Options for the Denton Area
Swimming Pools & Dogs
Many of us at Gohlke Pools are dog lovers, therefore the topic of swimming pools and dogs is something that we are familiar with. Most in the swimming pool industry do not recommended that dogs be allowed in pools (due to additional chemical requirements/dog hair in the filter/etc.), but we feel that if you have a dog that enjoys being in the water and it’s okay with you, we say “go for … [Read more...] about Swimming Pools & Dogs
Water Your Yard to Prevent Damage to Your Pool
Up until the last few weeks, it has been extremely wet due to all of the rain that we have received over the past several months. But now it is beginning to get really hot and dry. It doesn't look to get any better soon, as we enter August-which is typically our hottest and driest month of the year. This dry weather means that the soil is drying out as well, which is causing problems for … [Read more...] about Water Your Yard to Prevent Damage to Your Pool
5 Tips to Help You Get Your Pool Ready
Although we had a few cold spells, it really hasn’t been a memorable winter. We have had quite a bit of rain over the past several months. Fortunately (or unfortunately depending on your perspective) the cold spells and the precipitation didn’t occur at the same time, so it appears that we will make it through another winter without any snow. Therefore, it goes without saying that we are below … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Help You Get Your Pool Ready
