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Big Sale Dates Announced!
38 years ago, Gohlke Pools started having an annual sale—called The Big Sale! This is a great opportunity for pool owners to stock up for the season at special discounted prices and to begin preparing for the upcoming pool season. Following are the scheduled days for the sale. Thursday, April 20th 9am to 6pm Friday, April 21st 9am to 6pm Saturday, April 22nd 9am to 6pm Sunday, April … [Read more...] about Big Sale Dates Announced!
Did You Have Any Freeze Damage This Winter?
Our last freeze of winter 2022/2023 has likely occurred, as the average date of our last freeze is March 13th. It was a fairly typical winter here in DFW, perhaps even considered a fairly mild winter. With that being said, we did have one extended period of time (January 29th-February 2nd) that caused some freeze damage to some pools in the area. Most of the damage that occurred was limited to the … [Read more...] about Did You Have Any Freeze Damage This Winter?
How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool in 2023?
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 difficult to answer the simple question—“How much does ___________ cost?” Restaurants When selecting a … [Read more...] about How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool in 2023?
5 Tips on How to Select a Contractor
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 in the number of pool companies. While there are many very good building contractors in the area, there are … [Read more...] about 5 Tips on How to Select a Contractor
An Update on Dealing with Freeze Damage
In the days leading up to Christmas Day-2022, we had some extremely cold weather with a low of 11 degrees (DFW Airport). With temperatures getting this cold, there were some pools that experienced freeze damage. Most of the damage that occurred was limited to the pool equipment pad area—pumps, filters, heaters, pipes, etc. There are two extreme weather events that can cause freeze damage to … [Read more...] about An Update on Dealing with Freeze Damage
Order Your Mesh Pool Cover Now!
Fall and winter in Denton and surrounding counties may draw a pool owner's attention away from the back yard pool at a time where proper maintenance can be critical. Falling tree foliage, wind-blown debris and sudden freezes are part of the north Texas way of life. Pool covers are an important consideration for pool owners all over the north Texas region. We typically tell customers who are … [Read more...] about Order Your Mesh Pool Cover Now!
Protect your Pool Cleaner
The thefts seem to be mainly focused around the Fort Worth area, but it is better to be safe than sorry. No one wants to lose their cleaner, especially when prices can range anywhere from $700 to $2,000 for a new one. There have been at least 17 reports of pool cleaner thefts with one person claiming to have been hit twice by the cleaner thieves. Police have been on the lookout and have made … [Read more...] about Protect your Pool Cleaner
Fall is a Great Time of Year to Enjoy Your Swimming Pool
It has been a very hot summer, as we have had 43 days of 100 degrees or more, with our last 100-degree day being August 17th. Since that time, it has been surprisingly milder. The average date for our last 100-degree day is August 26th, although we did have a 100 degree day as late as October 3rd (1951). Hopefully, we have seen our last 100 degree day for 2022. Many who like spending time … [Read more...] about Fall is a Great Time of Year to Enjoy Your Swimming Pool
