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what goes into planning a custom-built swimming pool?

I have spent years dreaming of owning a custom-built swimming pool. Have you ever looked at the pictures of exotic swimming pools online and imagined yourself soaking in the hot tub while your kids splashed around in the cool pool water? Maybe you imagine soaking in your heated pool on a summer night watching the shooting stars zipping by. Two years ago I finally had enough saved up to pay for the biggest portion of my custom-built pool and began making plans. If you are considering having a custom-built pool installed on your property, this blog can help you learn the steps of the process and tips for making it much easier for yourself.

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How To Maintain Teak Patio Furniture

Posted on January 26, 2016

Wood patio furniture, bought from a store like Eastgate Pools, has a homey, earthy quality that you can't get with vinyl or even metal pieces. If you are trying to create a rustic feel for your deck, then teak is a good way to go. Not every type of wood you would use on a deck will have natural sealants, but teak does. Even though it is naturally rot resistant, teak is far from impervious to the elements, so you will need to decide how to preserve your teak. [Read More]

Three Questions To Ask Your Custom Pool Contractor

Posted on January 21, 2016

When you're in the early stages of thinking about having a custom pool put into your yard, it can be a challenge to draw your mind away from pleasant thoughts of floating around on an inflatable chair sipping a summery drink. Before you reach this point, however, you'll need to find the right contractor for the job. It's beneficial to talk to some friends and neighbors who have had custom pools built to put together a list of contractors who are well-suited for the job. [Read More]

Does Your New Home Have A Damaged And Outdated Pool? A Couple Of Easy Fixes

Posted on January 15, 2016

If you have purchased an older home that has an outdated and poorly maintained pool on the property, you may be wondering what the easiest way to have it repaired is. You want to keep the cost as your main concern, and how long the repairs are going to take. You also want to ask what safety feature updates are available. There are different pool options based on your budget, but a vinyl liner or fiberglass liners areboth popular and practical. [Read More]

Starting At The Top -- 5 Tips For Protecting Your Hot Tub Cover

Posted on January 14, 2016

A new hot tub is an exciting and rejuvenating addition to any home, but it comes with some cost and work maintaining it. There are ways to keep those costs and effort to a minimum. One way to protect your investment and prevent unnecessary problems is to learn how to take good care of the spa cover. Here are 5 tips for keeping your spa cover looking and feeling great. [Read More]