4 Cool Features for Your Pool

January 8th, 2017 Posted in Pool Remodeling
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Your pool is a wonderful luxury to enjoy, making your free time at home cool and refreshing. Whether your pool is large, small, rectangle or curved, there are optional features that make even more enjoyable to own. Here are a few cool features you may want to consider adding to your home pool.

  1. Make it as simple as possible to maintain your pool with an automation system. You can control different features, temperatures and monitor the chemical balance, all from one control panel or your smart phone. This can save you time and money off your utility costs.
  2. Ozone generator. Stop dealing with the smell and harsh effects of chlorine by upgrading to an ozone generator for your pool. Your skin, hair and swimsuit no longer need to be exposed to chlorine every time you want to enjoy your pool, giving you a more natural swimming experience.
  3. Underwater lighting. Your pool is a great place to cool off on a hot day, but it can also be the centerpiece of your outdoor space at night with underwater lighting. Create a beautiful, glowing pool with colored lights that will make the neighbors jealous.
  4. Waterscapes. Waterfalls, flowing rivers and other waterscapes can add beauty to your pool area, as well as a relaxing sound effect. Listening to the sound of moving water is a great way to unwind after a long day.

Give your pool a few upgrades that will make it easier to maintain and more enjoyable. Call your local pool remodeling company to learn more about these features and other options you can add onto your pool to improve its beauty and function.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pools, LLC
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 767-7755

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Pool Building Terms

January 8th, 2017 Posted in Pool Construction
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Are you planning on building a new pool? Like any specialty project, there is terminology will need to know to have an educated conversation with your contractor. Not everyone is up on pool lingo, especially if this is your first pool building experience. Here are some common terms you need to know to communicate your desires to your contractors.

Cove

The curved area at the bottom of a vertical pool wall as it transitions to the floor surface.

Coping

At the top of the pool edge, coping is the material that covers the surface. This can be concrete, brick, stone or many other materials.

Gunite

Gunite is a method used for concrete pools, spraying the dry concrete on instead of pouring wet concrete. It is also referred to as dry-mix shotcrete.

Plaster

The smooth, waterproof surface below the waterline is pool plaster. This is created blending concrete, aggregate and water to make a protective, smooth surface.

Standard Plan vs. Custom Structural Plan

The engineering plan for your pool can be a basic standard plan that covers common details of pool building; a custom structural plan includes more specific details and is usually more expensive.

Hardscapes

Additional features that may be built around your pool, including waterfalls, grottos, pool decking and other amenities that you may want to add to your pool area.

Of course, there are many other terms that are used in pool building. You will want a pool builder that is willing to take the time to explain every step of the process and ensure you are getting exactly what you want and need in a new pool. Understanding the common terms can help you communicate better with your pool contractor for better results.

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Premier Pool Enterprises
Canton, GA
(494) 496-5579

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Common Pool Surfacing Issues

January 8th, 2017 Posted in Pool Remodeling
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When your pool was brand new, it looked pristine and beautiful, an inviting place to cool off on a hot day. Over the years, wear, exposure to the sun and chlorine can all take their toll on your pool’s surface. Years later, the stunning pool you once had is now faded, stained and can even be an eyesore. Here are common issues that can affect your pool’s surface over the years.

Copper

Many times pool plumbing uses copper pipes. The chemicals used to keep your pool sanitary can also cause the copper pipes to corrode. As the copper enters the pool water, several issues can become apparent. “Green hair” is one issue; the green from the copper corrosion can also change the color of your pool water and stain the surface.

Iron and Manganese

Both iron and manganese in the water can leave stains on your pool surface. These minerals can leave stains on your pools surface as they oxidize; they can also leave sediment at the bottom of your pool.

Etching

The surface of your pool can become pitted, often from improper chemical balance. While balancing your chemicals can help stop this issue, once the damage is done, resurfacing is the best solution.

Bleaching

The hot sun that makes a pool so enticing can also ruin the surface of your pool. White spots and pale bleached areas are common after years spent under the sun’s hot rays.

Slipping

If a pool’s surface has extreme wear from years of enjoyment, the surface can become slippery and dangerous.

Investing in resurfacing can bring your pool back to its former glory. Choose a quality surface that will resist these common issues. Talk to your local pool renovation company to find the right new surface to rejuvenate your pool.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pool Service & Repairs
4581 Weston Road
Weston, FL 33331
(954) 840-8544

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5 Benefits of Owning a Pool

January 8th, 2017 Posted in New Pools
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Have you been considering adding a pool to your home? The thought of having a cool place to relax and unwind on hot days is enticing. However, a pool has many more benefits than just the obvious enjoyment of swimming in your backyard. Consider these other benefits to pool ownership to give you even more reasons to make the investment.

  1. Healthy exercise. Swimming is a fantastic way to get exercise for your whole family. Not only is it fun, swimming also offers great cardiovascular benefits.
  2. Family time. Spending time in and around your pool is something the family can enjoy together. Quality family memories are sure to made throughout your years of owning a pool.
  3. Home value. A new pool adds value to your home. It is a popular amenity that can make your home easier to sell when the time comes.
  4. Why have a backyard BBQ when you can have a pool party instead? Think of all the fun times you will have with friends and family during gatherings at your home.
  5. Beauty. While no one would buy a pool just to look at, it does add beauty to your home. Add in water, light or fire features to make your pool the centerpiece of your backyard.

If you are ready to build a new pool for your home, take the time to find a quality pool builder in your local area. You will want a builder that offers different pool options and stands behind their work. Look for an experienced company that you can trust for this major investment. You will love the benefits of owning a pool if it is built right from the beginning.

Posted on behalf of Somar Pool Service & Repairs
401 East Las Olas Boulevard #130
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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