Gohlke Pools Blog

Heavy rain can expose problems such as poor drainage and can create problems such as debris in the pool and water chemistry issues. It is important to do the following after a heavy rain: Determine if drainage problems exist which can be corrected. Remove debris from the skimmer baskets. Skim debris off of the surface of the pool. Vacuum the pool as necessary. Check water chemistry and … [Read more...] about What Pool Owners Should Do After A Rainstorm

Although summer officially begins this year on Friday, June 20th, for most of us it has already begun.  I have always considered summer beginning when the kids get out of school, which happened this week for most area schools.  There are so many things to look forward to as summer begins – spending time with family and friends, summer camps, Six Flags, Rangers baseball, not having to … [Read more...] about Swimming Pool Safety

Although swim season started early this year due to the warm weather that we have recently experienced, Memorial Day weekend is traditionally considered the beginning of swim season. If you are the pool owner, hopefully by now your plans are in place for this weekend—the yard is mowed, the food is planned, the guests are invited, and the pool is ready!   Following are some last minute tips to … [Read more...] about Prepare for Memorial Day

What is the best water temperature for comfortable swimming?  According to the National Oceanographic Data Center, 70-78 degrees is where most people feel comfortable swimming.  I have found that water temperature of 70-78 is a bit cold for most of us north Texans.  Most prefer somewhere between 80-84, but it really depends on what type of swimming is being done. Competitive … [Read more...] about Pool Water Temperature Talk

What a difference one year makes!  Do you remember last winter?  What I remember  most vividly about last winter is Super Bowl Week in early February when we received more than our fair share of winter weather all in one week—virtually immobilizing the DFW Metroplex as the world watched.  But this winter was completely different—it has been a very mild and enjoyable winter in which to spend time … [Read more...] about The Pool Weather Forecast

Over the years, pools can become outdated and in need of a renovation.  Some pool owners’ desire minor changes and some desire dramatic overhauls.  Due to the availability of new products and materials that weren’t available when the existing pool was constructed, often times the pool looks better than it did when it was new.  Other than the shape of the pool, virtually anything is … [Read more...] about Renovating a Swimming Pool

Swimming pools have changed dramatically over the past the last 20 to 30 years.  Swimming pool designers have really been creative which has changed the look and feel of a swimming pool.  Following are some of the designs that are currently popular. Natural Pool            This trend had been popular for several years—to make the backyard look like a dark lagoon surrounded by landscaping.  This … [Read more...] about Backyard Designs

As we enter the time of year that we make New Year’s resolutions, it is once again that time that we tell ourselves that we will begin and stick to an exercise program.   It is sometimes tough to stick to New Year’s resolutions.  Several things that have helped me are: Write your resolutions down on paper and review them periodically. Make resolutions that can be attained.  For example, if … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolutions