Gohlke Pools Earns 2026 Masters of Design Recognition

Over the years, pools can become outdated and in need of a renovation.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 possible when a willing homeowner is paired with a creative designer/craftsman. Renovations can include, but are definitely not limited to, replacement of the filtration equipment, the addition of a heater or automatic cleaner, the addition of computerized pool and spa control systems, replacement of the tile or coping, resurfacing the interior of the pool with a dark finish which can…

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 be sure that the pH is in the proper range. Superchlorinate according to label directions. Consider operating the pump and automatic cleaner for an extended period of time to help clean up the pool. Check the water chemistry the day after the storm and adjust as necessary. If problems still exist, call Gohlke Pools at (940) 387-7521 or…

Although this summer will not likely be another 1980 when it comes to the heat, it appears at this point that it might end up being the second hottest summer on record in the north Texas area.  Traditionally one of the solutions to dealing with the heat is the cool enjoyment that a swimming pool can provide.  That has not been the case as of late—as pool water is obviously warmer than it typically is this time of year.  Couple this with the popularity of dark pool surfaces—and many pool owners are experiencing water temperatures which are too warm. What is the desired water temperature for swimmers?  Most swimmers like water in the range of 80-90 degrees, with temperatures below 80 and above 90 being…

The Rain What an interesting (and wet) spring that we have had—it has been a record breaker! In April, we received much more rain than normal, but then the record-breaking May arrived. Now that the rain appears to be over for a while, let’s look back on it. In May, it rained 24 out of 30 days for a total of 16.96” of rain. It was the most rain that we have received in May since records have been kept—117 years (1898). In addition, it was the third wettest month since records have been kept, less than 1” from the wettest month. Thru May, we have received 31.63” of rain, which is 88% of our yearly average of 36.14”. The biggest beneficiary of this rain…