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Green grass and trees next to swimming pool on terrace during summer. Real photo

Can Tree Roots Damage Swimming Pools?

by Shelby Hatcher

Pools can provide some much-needed cooling relief during unbearably hot summers. Proper maintenance is crucial to keeping your pool functional for longer, so you must consider issues such as how tree roots impact swimming pools. Tree roots can damage swimming pools. Trees with extensive root systems that grow too close to a swimming pool that … Read more

Categories Pool Landscaping, Pool Maintenance, Pool Safety
some pools can be extended

Can a Concrete Pool Be Extended? A Simple Answer

by Shelby Hatcher

Change is an exciting prospect, and the idea of switching up a permanent house fixture like your pool is very thrilling. The possibilities are endless: a new pool liner, a fresh deck, a spa, LED lighting, or even a pool extension! But is it really possible to extend an inground concrete pool?  An already-existing concrete … Read more

Categories General Info, Pool Features, Pool Maintenance
Gunite is a concrete like mixture used to build pools

How To Tell If Your Pool Is Gunite (6 Signs)

by Shelby Hatcher

With the real estate industry running red-hot, getting all the vital information on a property before closing can be difficult. One tidbit of information that might fall through the cracks is the material used to construct an in-ground swimming pool. So how do you tell if your swimming pool is made of gunite or fiberglass? … Read more

Categories General Info, Pool Features
Concrete and gunite can be rough on feet, especially if water conditions aren't maintained and buildup occurs.

Are Gunite Pools Rough on Feet? Tips For Rough Pool Surfaces

by Paul Williams

It’s summer- everyone’s having a blast in your backyard pool. However, some guests emerge from the pool complaining about its course floor. Can your gunite pool be that rough on feet? Gunite pools are rough on feet because of the coarse aggregate in concrete. The crushed stone and gravel pieces create a rough surface that … Read more

Categories Pool Maintenance, Pool Safety
Concrete pools do not have liners.

Do Concrete Pools Have Liners? Why Some Might and Probably Shouldn’t

by Paul Williams

Concrete pools can be an excellent option for your backyard. They are durable and will last for decades. But they aren’t the only options on the market. Liner pools are another popular pool type. This raises an important question. Does a concrete pool have a liner?  Most concrete pools won’t have a liner, because unlike … Read more

Categories General Info, Pool Maintenance

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I'm a fun-loving husband and father of 3 that enjoys spending pool days with the family! After years of above ground pool fun, we took the leap and got our first in-ground pool installed. What an exciting journey it has been! I have learned so much along the way, and use this site as an outlet to share everything I've learned, researched, or randomly thought of that I found to be interesting. For more info, see my About Me page.

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