Summer is finally here! Warm days mean lots of time by the pool. Nobody wants to be in a hot kitchen when they could be relaxing by the pool. All those hours in the sun require fuel. Here’s a list of filling snacks to keep you and the kids fed and energized. Hummus + Pretzels/Crackers […]
Just for a moment, forget what you’ve heard about sunshine, skin cancer and harmful ultraviolet radiation. When natural sunlight hits the skin, it triggers the body’s production of Vitamin D. Vitamin D is also known as the “sunshine vitamin”. Your body is meant to be in the sun and exposure to sunlight during the day […]
After being in the pool industry for over two decades, I’ve heard all kinds of reasons for why a client wants to add a pool to their backyard. I’ve come up with the top 5 ways swimming pool ownership can improve your happiness, health and family. More Time at Home: We’ve had clients opt for […]
We all know someone with blonde hair, which means we all know someone who has come out of a swimming pool with green hair. This occurrence is somewhat common, and when it happens, most people have always believed that it’s due to the chlorine in the water. But then they read this blog, and learn […]
Most inground pool installations involve multiple types of work. Beyond building the pool, most projects need electrical wiring, plumbing (if a gas heater is installed), paving, fencing, and landscape restoration. In some cases, the project may also require retaining walls, carpentry, landscape design, masonry work, and landscape lighting. The type of pool builder you choose […]
Memorial Day is only a few weeks away! Although you couldn’t tell by the weather lately, summer is coming. Once those warm, sunny days arrive, we all just want to be outside. It’s important to think about our skin and staying safe while enjoying our time outdoors. We all know the kids love to live […]
A major concern for many people when considering a hot tub is “how much will it cost to operate?” This is a concern that rightfully exists, as the operating cost of the wrong hot tub can equal a modest car lease. A lot of hot tubs have a lot of similarities, so it can be […]
Are you considering adding a hot tub to your poolscape? Not sure what type you should choose? There are several types of spas or hot tubs available to buyers today, and sometimes it can be difficult to decide which is the best for you. Hot tubs can be used for therapy, exercise, aesthetics, or to […]
Clients often ask how long they can expect to use an outdoor pool in Wisconsin. Most people assume that they are lucky if they can use the pool from Memorial Day to Labor Day in our climate. I used to cringe when I heard people say this but I had it all put into perspective about […]
Once a hot tub has been purchased, you’re married to the dealer you bought it from. Hopefully this is a relationship that you plan to have forever, because unlike the ability to find a new spouse in real life, it can be difficult to marry a new spa company with the baggage you now possess […]
We all know that swimming is good for us, but do we know all the benefits that it has to offer? With spring just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about all the fun we can have outside to get the most out of our short lived Midwestern summers. Swimming helps you lose […]
“My pool pump is working fine, I will replace it when it dies” We hear this phrase from customers often in the pool business. It is very hard to convince someone to replace their pool pump with an energy efficient one when they are dead set on running the current pump into the ground. Eventually […]
If you own a vinyl liner pool, you will have to replace the liner over the life of the pool. Vinyl liners typically last 8-15 years depending on the pool. To get the most out of your liner, we recommend keeping the pool water at 80 degrees or lower, keeping your water balanced and keeping […]
People often ask what type of pool we build. The more important question is what is the best type of pool for you? Here are the advantages and disadvantages of the different pool types. Concrete Pools Advantages: These can be built in any shape and the support systems can be customized to best fit the […]
Anyone who understands the phrase “off the hook” grew up in a simpler time, one where cell phones didn’t exist, and no one really knew what pH was or why it’s significant in a hot tub. Those days are far behind us, and now we recognize that pH is one of the most important components […]
Believe it or not, pH balance and Ron Burgundy DO have something in common – they’re both “kind of a big deal”. In the case of pH, it is one of the most critical facets of ensuring the spa chemistry is where it needs to be. Today we’ll explore why pH balance is important in […]
Anyone who took a bubble bath as a kid remembers creating a Santa beard with the bubble, throwing bubbles at their sibling, or making such a mess that their parents never let them take another bath. In a hot tub, these bubbles are called foam, and while they may be fun for the kids, foam […]
This is a question we hear often. Building an inground pool is a major project. Before investing time and energy in the design and construction process, potential clients try to get a rough idea of the cost to see if a pool is a worthwhile and affordable investment for them. There is not a simple […]
