Winter is Finally in the Rear View Mirror

ByMatt Gohlke March 13, 2015 Gohlke Pools Blog Reading Time: 2 minutes

We are right in the middle of the Spring Break period—many area school districts had the break this past week (March 9-13) and other school districts are having this coming week (March 16-20). Both the 10 day forecast and history tells us that we have likely seen the final freeze of the winter. You might remember last winter when we following weather terms were popular—“polar vortex”, “thunder sleet”, and “cobblestone ice”. The term that I am going to remember for this past winter is “pothole”.

How did this past winter rank? Well, it was colder than average as we had 40 freezes, and we average 33. You might recall that winter 2013/2014 was a cold winter in which we experienced 55 freezes. Following are some more data on past winters.

Last freezes

Average last freeze—March 13^thEarliest last freeze—February 5, 2000
Latest last freeze—April 13, 1957 & 1997

Number of freezes

Average freezes in a season—33
Most freezes in a season—62 (1977-78)
Few number of freezes—14 (1930-31, 1931-32, 1999-2000, 2011-12)

What can really be difficult on pool equipment is consecutive number of hours below freezing—which we had in late February/early January. If you notice any leaks in your pool equipment area, it could have been caused by the freezing temperatures. Give us a call at (940) 891-0500 and we will make the repairs before the swimming season starts.

Enjoy the spring!

Brad Haefner

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A Holiday Message from Clay Nelson
ByMatt Gohlke November 26, 2014August 13, 2026

claynelsonlifebalance.com Family togetherness during the holiday season is something we look forward to, and often dread all at the same time. Ask 100 people why that is, and you will probably get 100 different answers that can all be wrapped up into one core thought, which is: Expectations! We each have our own expectation of what the holidays will bring to us and what they should look like. Yet, your picture-perfect expectations are not the same as other’s expectations, and you can end up in this sort of mess of unspoken worry and make-wrongs. So, would you like to give all-of-this up, and embrace the holidays for what they are meant to be? Following is some advice in how to do so: #1: Get grounded…

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A Look Back to a Brutally Hot Summer and A Look Forward to Fall Pool Use
ByMatt Gohlke September 18, 2023

Needless to say, it was a summer to remember when it comes to heat, and oftentimes it was even too hot to be outside enjoying the pool. With that being said, we have likely seen our last 100-degree day for this summer and have now entered what is likely the best time of year for outdoor activities—the fall. Many who like spending time outdoors agree that fall in the north Texas area is hard to beat for weather. The average temperatures for the next three months are as follows: September -78 degrees (average high=88 degrees; average low=67 degrees)October – 67 degrees (average high=78 degrees; average low=56 degrees)November – 55 degrees (average high=65 degrees; average low=45 degrees) These temperatures are ideal for being outdoors, especially in…

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How About This Weather?
ByMatt Gohlke September 20, 2012

How about this cool weather that we are having? It feels great to walk out in mid-September to temperatures in the 50s. But believe it or not, pool water temperatures are still warm and we have several more weekends before the really cold weather gets here. Pete Delkus of WFAA Channel 8 reported the following last night: The average date for the first freeze – November 22nd The earliest date for the first freeze – October 22nd (1898) The latest date for the first freeze – January 4th (1972) Therefore we know that we probably have 5-14 weeks before the first freeze. Does this unseasonably cool weather indicate what type of winter that we will have? Who really knows what will happen, but the area…

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Gohlke Pools Speaks at the International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo
ByMatt Gohlke September 16, 2010August 13, 2026

Matt Gohlke and Jody Horton are featured speakers at the International Pool, Spa, Patio Exposition at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas this November. Here, experts in the field share their valued knowledge with professionals across the nation and the world. Matt and Jody will absorb the wealth of knowledge and expertise they have been invited to add to and return to offer Gohlke Pool’s clients an even wider experience in back yard living. The conference runs from October 31st through November 5th and exhibits run from November 3rd through the 5th.

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Basic Pool Troubleshooting
ByMatt Gohlke May 13, 2013

Even though temperatures have been cooler than normal this spring, many people are beginning to enjoy their pool and before long we will miss these cool weather days. This is the time of year that many of us are trying to get our pools cleaned up and ready for the season. Unfortunately, sometimes problems occur that need to be addressed. Following are some basic tips for troubleshooting which might help you solve these problems. If you do not understand or have further problems, it is our suggestion to schedule one of our service technicians to come to your house to solve the problem. Question: My pump won’t prime (no water is going thru it) or won’t stay primed, what is going on? The first thing…

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Pool Care Tip: Dealing with Summer Rains & High Pool Water Temperatures
ByMatt Gohlke August 4, 2017

WOW—how about this awesome weather we are having right now! I cannot remember such great weather in August—very conducive to being outdoors. Pete Delkus of WFAA had some interesting things to report earlier this week: This summer, our rainfall total is 13.03”, which is 6.98” above normal. The long term forecast for the rest of August calls for lower than average temperatures. With that being said, the rains coupled with the high pool water temperatures can make keeping clear, sparkling water more challenging than normal. As a reminder, following are the steps to take immediately after the rain ends: Remove debris from the skimmer baskets, pool surface, & floor of pool. Check the water chemistry and be sure that the pH is in the proper…

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