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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
Tips for a Great Labor Day Weekend Pool Party
Labor Day weekend is typically a very big weekend for swimming pool parties, probably second only to the July 4th weekend. Although we have had some much needed cooler weather as of late, summer 2022 has been a hot one! It is typically very warm over Labor Day Weekend, therefore pools will be a great place to be. Following is a checklist to assure that your Labor Day weekend pool party … [Read more...] about Tips for a Great Labor Day Weekend Pool Party
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: Ellie—a yellow Labrador Retriever who passed away approximately 20 years ago. Sweetie—a black Labrador Retriever who passed away in July of 2015. Bogey—a Dachshund that we got as a puppy in July of 2017. Dawson—a Pug mix that we rescued in March of … [Read more...] about Swimming Pools & Dogs
Gohlke Pools Again Named to Top 50 U.S. Pool Builders List
For the 5th consecutive year, Gohlke Pools has been named as one of the Top 50 Pool Builders in the United States by Pool and Spa News. “With an estimated 16,000 pool builders in the United States, it is certainly an honor to be recognized and be included on this prestigious list”, said Nick Day, General Manager of Gohlke Pools. He also said, “This is a great honor for us not only as a company, … [Read more...] about Gohlke Pools Again Named to Top 50 U.S. Pool Builders List
Water Saving Tips for Pool Owners
To say that it has been a hot, dry summer thus far would be an understatement. As of this writing, it has been 46 days since our last measurable rain (June 3rd), the 9th longest streak since records have been kept (1898). The current drought combined with the continued influx of new residents to the north Texas area can and has put a heavy burden on our resources—especially our water. Most DFW … [Read more...] about Water Saving Tips for Pool Owners
Ways to Cool Your Pool Water & Pool Area
The heat has arrived early this year and it doesn’t appear to be letting up anytime soon. If the current trend continues, it appears that we could be breaking some records. As of this writing (July 13th), we have had eighteen 100 degree days, which already exceeds the number of 100 degree days that we had in each of the last three years. In addition, there doesn’t appear to be any relief in … [Read more...] about Ways to Cool Your Pool Water & Pool Area
5 Tips to Help Ensure a Great July 4th Weekend Pool Party
By far the most popular weekend for pool use is this coming weekend—July 4th weekend. With Independence Day falling on a Monday this year, and the weather expected to be in the mid 90’s with no rain, it should be a great weekend and pools will be a popular place to be. Following are five tips to assure that your July 4th pool party will be one to be remembered. Be sure that your pool is … [Read more...] about 5 Tips to Help Ensure a Great July 4th Weekend Pool Party
