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Top 2020 Pool Design Trends

As we turn our calendars over to the new year, many homeowners are considering starting a new pool restoration or installation project as part of their resolutions for 2020. If putting in a new pool in your property is something you’re contemplating for this year, here are some leading design trends we think you’d be […]

The Importance of Keeping Your Swimming Pool Clean

A pool is a wonderful way to add value to a home, in terms of its property worth, aesthetics, and the quality of life for your family. However, like any other valuable piece of equipment, a pool needs to be maintained and kept clean. Keeping a pool clean will increase its longevity between renovations, require […]

Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Get Pool Tile Repair

With age, swimming pool tiles can crack or come loose from the wall of your pool. This is an inevitable problem that is likely to occur after several years of pool ownership. Although it’s not necessarily caused by any issues other than age, it’s still something that should be repaired right away in order to […]

How Rain Can Affect Your Swimming Pool

As the rainy season in Southern California begins, homeowners are now often unable to use their backyard swimming pool. Cold temperatures, high winds, and heavy rains make it uncomfortable to swim outside and enjoy your time in the water. However, rain does more than affect your mood while swimming; it also affects your pool water. […]

4 Types of Pool Coping That Will Transform Your Pool

It’s an oft-overlooked aspect of pool design, but pool coping is a crucial element of your pool that can transform its appearance in one simple step. From pavers to brick and from concrete to stone, there are hundreds of color and material options on the market that will give your backyard space a brand new […]

Why A Swimming Pool is Perfect for the Holidays

Across most of the country, swimming pools are out of commission during the holidays due to the cold weather. Luckily, the constantly sunny climate of Southern California allows all residents to enjoy their swimming pool through any time of year. Swimming pools are perfect for the holidays as they add a fun dynamic to any […]

How to Know When It’s Time for Pool Resurfacing

As the weather cools down and you spend less time swimming in your backyard pool, you may spend more time looking at it and noticing small cracks and stains that you’re sure weren’t there during the summer. Over time, especially with frequent use, your pool surface can start to deteriorate and look dingy. Traditional pool […]

Why You Shouldn’t DIY Your Pool Replastering

Although every pool owner knows that pools require constant maintenance when it comes to chemical balancing and superficial cleaning, many take for granted the structural integrity of their swimming pool. However, over time, your pool’s plaster can wear down and require repair. Your pool’s plaster is what creates a watertight seal over your pool wall […]

3 Common Pool Disasters to Avoid

There are few things more enjoyable than having a private pool in the backyard of your home. From relaxing dips in the pool to splash-filled family fun, a residential pool creates a sense of paradise in your Southern California home. However, pool ownership also comes with its share of maintenance and renovation requirements to worry […]

Choosing the Best Pool Finish for Your Home

If you’re installing or repairing a pool in your Southern California home, you’ll have to make numerous decisions regarding both structure and design. One of the most crucial elements that you must make a decision on is the pool finish. The pool finish is one of the most important aspects of your pool and will […]