Gohlke Pools Blog

This simple question is one that everyone should consider before taking the plunge.  I am not naïve enough to believe that swimming pools are for everyone—each situation is different.  Many people who have pools would probably be better off without them, due to time, financial, and other issues.  There are many things to consider when trying to determine if a pool would fit your needs.  Following … [Read more...] about Do I Really Need a Swimming Pool?

More and more homeowners are beginning to create outdoor kitchens in their backyards. While pools were once the focal point and often still are, outdoor kitchens are increasing in popularity. The weather in the north Texas area, especially spring & fall, is very conducive to being outdoors. Whether it is a large gathering of friends or a relaxing evening with the family, outdoor kitchens seem … [Read more...] about Cooking Outdoors!!

You probably saw it on the news or read it in the newspaper.  Jack Pittman-Heglund, a 12 year-old Keller Middle School student and lacrosse player, collapsed when he arrived home after school.  Jack’s mom performed CPR and called 911.  Jack was transported to Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth, where he spent five days in coma and is now doing well.  Doctors told the … [Read more...] about Do You Know Jack About CPR?

Q. My pool cleaner won't pick up all of the leaves at the bottom of the pool, what can I do to fix this? A. Your pool cleaner bag has a certain capacity.  When the bag gets full, it will get too heavy to move around the pool.  Most pool cleaner manufacturers make leaf bags for their cleaners which allow more leaf storage, but let some of the smaller debris pass through.  These are a great … [Read more...] about Q: My pool cleaner won’t pick up all…

Very few people are in a financial position to pay for a swimming pool renovation project without borrowing money.   Therefore, a pool owner must decide how to fund the project.  Financing (or borrowing money) is a very common method of funding these types of projects.  The two most popular types of loans that are available are: home improvement loan home equity loan Common to both … [Read more...] about Financing a Pool Renovation

Finding a dependable, experienced contractor is the key to a successful renovation.  Pool owners whom have had a pool renovation done are often the best source of advice when trying to select a pool renovation contractor. When obtaining estimates ask the following of the contractor: Do you have completed renovation projects that I can see? Can you get me a list of referrals? What type … [Read more...] about Selecting a Renovation Contractor

Installing a mesh cover on your swimming pool is an option that has increased in popularity in the Denton area in recent years.  This is due to the oak trees having made pool care in the fall such a chore.  Following is some information on mesh covers that might be helpful in determining if it is the best winter pool care option for your pool. Mesh covers allow water to pass through but catch … [Read more...] about Mesh Pool Covers

More and more homeowners are beginning to create outdoor kitchens in their backyards.  While pools were once the focal point and often still are, outdoor kitchens are increasing in popularity.  The weather in the north Texas area, especially spring & fall, is very conducive to being outdoors.   Whether it is a large gathering of friends or a relaxing evening with the family, outdoor kitchens … [Read more...] about Outdoor Kitchens