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Now Is The Time To Start Planning That New Pool: Don’t Wait Any Longer
NOTE: THIS IS THE SECOND IN A SERIES OF FOUR ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. 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 beginning the … [Read more...] about Now Is The Time To Start Planning That New Pool: Don’t Wait Any Longer
A Commitment from Gohlke Pools for 2024
We always end the year with mixed emotions. We are happy that we get a chance to reflect back on 2023 and we have some great memories, a few successes, and also a few failures. In addition, it allows us to look at the goals that we set and see how we did. Overall, we are pleased with 2023, but we feel that the best is yet to come. 2023 was a very special year for us—we celebrated our 65th … [Read more...] about A Commitment from Gohlke Pools for 2024
Swim thru November with a Pool Heater
After a very hot summer, the weather has been much cooler as of late. We have had some warm days followed by cool days and even cooler nights, which has resulted in lower pool water temperatures. With these cool nights, average pool water temperatures in the Denton area are dropping. We are seeing water temperatures in the mid 70’s right now, down from the low-to-mid 90’s that we experienced in … [Read more...] about Swim thru November with a Pool Heater
Top 3 Winter Pool Care Options for for the Denton Area
It has been a summer to remember—very hot and very dry. We have had 55 days of 100-degree weather, which is good for 4th place since records have been kept (late 1800’s). It is likely that we have seen our last 100-degree day, as our last one is August 26th (average), with the latest ever being October 3rd (1951). Although this is probably the best time of year to use a pool (milder … [Read more...] about Top 3 Winter Pool Care Options for for the Denton Area
5 Tips to Help You Get Your Pool Ready for Summer 2023
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 2022/2023. The reason that I say almost is because our latest last freeze on record was on April 13th (1957 & 1997). With that being said, we do know that warm weather is on its way. What does this mean to … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Help You Get Your Pool Ready for Summer 2023
Pool Heaters: Heat that Cool Water!
The weather has been wonderful as of late—we have had our share of warm days, but it is starting to cool down considerably, as has pool water. We certainly do not know what the future holds as far as weather goes, but rest assured that 85-degree pool water is over for this year. Average pool water temperatures in the Denton area are now in the high 60’s to low 70’s—of course this depends on if … [Read more...] about Pool Heaters: Heat that Cool Water!
Swimming Pools & Dogs
Disclaimer 😊: I have always been a dog lover. As a child, we always had dogs—several dogs. In my adult life, I have owned four dogs: With that disclaimer out of the way, I am often asked about swimming pools and dogs—especially with the hot weather that we are currently experiencing. Although it is recommended by most in the swimming pool industry that dogs not be allowed in pools … [Read more...] about Swimming Pools & Dogs
Poolside Landscaping
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 (especially for trees & shrubs), now is a great time to plan … [Read more...] about Poolside Landscaping
