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Deck/Patio Drainage for Inground Swimming Pools 101

What should I know about pool deck and patio drainage? Pool patios should slope about one-quarter of an inch per foot, away fr...
Sep-13-2019

Pool Retaining Walls for Sloped Yards: Cost, Materials, and More

Wondering about the logistics around retaining walls to accompany your inground pool? Watch this video to learn about the cost,...
Sep-13-2019

Should I Get an Automation System for My Pool?

Feeling techie and want to try out a new gadget for your inground swimming pool? Watch this video to learn about an automation ...
Sep-13-2019

Stamped vs. Brushed/Broomed Concrete for Swimming Pools: Which is Better?

Should I get brushed concrete or stamped concrete for my pool patio? Broomed/brushed concrete requires little maintenance and ...
Sep-13-2019

My Swimming Pool Water is too Hot! ...and How to Cool it Down

Why is my pool water so hot, and how can I cool it down? Your pool water will likely get too warm in the summer if it's 6 feet...
Sep-13-2019

What is a Saltwater Pool? Chemistry, Lifespan, Cost & More

What should I know about salt water pools? You add salt to your pool water, and the salt chlorine generator converts it to chl...
Sep-13-2019

Pool Patio Materials: Stamped Concrete vs. Pavers

Should I get stamped concrete or pavers for my pool patio? Stamped concrete typically costs $12-$16 per square foot. Many patt...
Sep-13-2019

Pool Lighting - Cost and Other Common Questions

What should I know about pool lights? Lighting your pool lets you swim at night with multicolored ambient light. LED pool ligh...
Sep-13-2019

Solid Vinyl vs Mesh Inground Winter Pool Cover; Which is Better?

Should I get a solid vinyl or mesh inground pool cover? Mesh pool covers typically cost $200-$600 less than a solid vinyl pool...
Sep-13-2019

In Ground Pool Coping Idea and Cost Guide

Are you planning to install a pool in your backyard and having trouble deciding what type of coping you'd like around your pool...
Sep-13-2019