Gohlke Pools Blog

It seems like it has been a fairly mild summer overall, especially when compared to the last two summers.  In the summer of 2012—we had 34 days over 100 degrees, and in the summer of 2011—we had a record breaking 71 days over 100 degrees.  But we average only 18 days over 100, and we are currently at 25 days over 100 degrees—so it has actually been a fairly hot summer.  Here is what this summer … [Read more...] about End of Summer Near?

Although this summer appears that it will be much milder than the last two summers, it is still very hot this time of year.  Traditionally one of the solutions to dealing with the summer heat is the cool enjoyment that a swimming pool can provide.  That is not always possible in August—as pool water tends to heat up, oftentimes past the point of being refreshing. Most swimmers like … [Read more...] about How to Cool Your Pool Water

Thus far, our summer temperatures seem to me to be at or below normal, especially when compared to the last two summers. Nevertheless, it is hot, and hot weather can create problems for swimming pools, especially if a routine swimming pool maintenance program is not followed.  We care for several hundred pools on a weekly basis, and although we don’t always succeed at keeping them clear and … [Read more...] about How to Avoid Pool Problems in Hot Weather

Fruit flavors dominate in seasonal concoctions It’s going to get hot again, and the staff at Denton Time decided it was high time to suggest some seasonal libations. Patios all over Denton are ripe for summer cocktails, and the devoted workers at your neighborhood newspaper were good for a round or two. Given the healthy number of bars and restaurant bars in our fair city, this is but a small … [Read more...] about Fruit flavors dominate in seasonal concoctions

What a great weather week we have just had—nighttime temperatures in the low 60’s and highs in the high 80’s/low 90’s with low humidity!  Although I would bet that we have 100 degree temperatures ahead of us, thus far it has been great weather, with just two days over 100. Just how many more days over 100 degrees can we expect to have?  Obviously, no one knows, but we average 17, but we … [Read more...] about Loving This Great Summer Weather!

The July 4th weekend is traditionally the biggest weekend of the year for pool use.  With Independence Day falling on a Thursday this year, the party will likely go for a few days—stretching into the weekend.  In addition, with the relatively mild weather that we have been experiencing as of late—pools and backyards are a great place to be! If you are the pool owner, hopefully by now … [Read more...] about July 4th Swimming Pool Party Time!

5 Ways to Dial in Your Swimming Pool Pump to Reduce Electricity Costs Run your pump long enough to achieve at least one full turnover per day.  Depending on the horsepower of your pump and the size of your pool you can figure out what the bare minimum of pump run time would be (all numbers are estimated): ¾ HP pump –  turns 4,000 gallons per hour, 1 HP pump – turns 4,500 gallons per hour, 1.5 … [Read more...] about Pump Settings to Reduce Electricity Costs

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