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Gohlke Pools Blog
How Do I Begin the Planning Process for a Swimming Pool?
NOTE: THIS IS THE 4th IN A SERIES OF seven ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. THE NEXT ARTICLES WILL BE: Like any large investment, it is critical that you take your time in making decisions. Following are some tips to help get you started on the proper path when purchasing a swimming pool: Pool placement in the yardGame pool or diving poolPool only or pool with … [Read more...] about How Do I Begin the Planning Process for a Swimming Pool?
How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool?
NOTE: THIS IS THE 2nd IN A SERIES OF six ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. 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 … [Read more...] about How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool?
How to Prevent Freeze Damage
Cold weather is on the way! The forecast is calling for extremely cold weather beginning late this weekend into early next week. This can be difficult on pool equipment, as water expands by approximately 9% when it freezes, sometimes resulting in busted pipes or equipment components. What can really be difficult on pool equipment is consecutive number of hours below freezing—which we are … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Freeze Damage
How Long Does it Take to Build a Swimming Pool?
NOTE: THIS IS THE 3rd IN A SERIES OF seven ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. THE NEXT ARTICLES WILL BE: One very common question that we receive is: “How long does it take to build a swimming pool?” This can be a difficult question to answer, as each project is different. Much like building a home, there is a considerable amount of planning that takes place before … [Read more...] about How Long Does it Take to Build a Swimming Pool?
How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool?
NOTE: THIS IS THE 2nd IN A SERIES OF seven ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. THE NEXT ARTICLES WILL BE: 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 … [Read more...] about How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool?
The Pros & Cons of Pool Ownership
NOTE: THIS IS THE 1st IN A SERIES OF seven ARTICLES FOR THOSE WHO ARE CONSIDERING A SWIMMING POOL. THE NEXT ARTICLES WILL BE: Most home improvement contractors, including pool builders, have been very busy over the last 4-5 years. The main driver initially was the pandemic and the desire to improve the home, which is where most people were spending their time. Other drivers were the growth … [Read more...] about The Pros & Cons of Pool Ownership
Christmas Gift Ideas for the Pool or Hot Tub Owner
As we enter the holiday season, we start thinking of potential gifts for our family and friends. Sometimes it can difficult to find that special gift for someone. One special way to honor that person is to make a contribution in their name to a worthwhile charity. Denton has many excellent non-profit agencies that could always use some financial support. Another gift idea for the “hard to buy … [Read more...] about Christmas Gift Ideas for the Pool or Hot Tub Owner
Is Your Pool Leaking?
How to Determine if Your Pool is Leaking Generally speaking, pools lose approximately ¼” of water per 24-hour period* on average due to evaporation, although this can vary due to factors such as humidity, wind, air temperature, and water temperature. With that being said, pools CAN lose up to ½” of water per 24-hour period* due to evaporation if the right atmospheric conditions … [Read more...] about Is Your Pool Leaking?
