Pool Maintenance Tips for Winter
One of the biggest responsibilities of owning a swimming pool would be that of pool maintenance. After all, what good is a swimming pool if it’s not kept crystal clean and running smoothly? Keep in mind that a large part the maintenance process also means pool cleaning; remember that keeping a pool clean helps to […]
Backyard Paradise Project
Now this backyard is truly paradise! The waterfalls, rocks, lighting and foliage are just a few of what makes this a dream pool. Travertine paver pool deck with intimate seating areas surrounded by lush tropical foliage into a fabulous “beach entry” pool with adjoining hot tub. Swim though double-sided rock waterfalls and slides with a […]
Top 10 Reasons for a Unique Pool
Waterproofing – Our pools & spas are made using high strength shotcrete with fiber mesh, which if cured properly, can achieve strengths of 6500PSI; but, concrete pools are not “waterproof” by nature. A large portion of pools built each year have small undetectable leaks that cause premature damage to swimming pool components, rebar & shell. […]
Unique Pool Designs for Large Backyards
Unique offers many different pool shapes and sizes. Large backyards offer plenty of landscaping opportunities, but sometimes all of that extra space can make it extra challenging for homeowners to decide just what to do. Below are three of our amazing pool ideas for anyone who owns a big piece of land and who just […]
In-Floor Pool Cleaners
In-Floor pool cleaners are a system of pop-up heads on the floor of the pool that rise and spray in sequence. A manifold or distribution device changes the flow of water across banks of jets located in the steps and floor of the pool. The succession of jet banks directs debris towards the deep end, […]
Is Your Pool Leaking Water?
On average, swimming pools lose about a quarter of an inch of water each day, yet variations in wind intensity, humidity and sunlight can drastically change water loss rates. Leaks in your pool system may be difficult to find for one of two reasons. First, if you have an autofill device, it will continue to […]
Spring Cleaning Your Pool
As the Arizona weather warms up in the spring, we start to think about swimming in the pool again. Now that your pool has your attention there are some steps you need to take to ensure that it’s ready for the busy months ahead. Here are some things to make spring maintenance a breeze and […]
Creative Pool Features
Having a pool is great but what if you had the option to add a little something more to it to make your outdoor oasis even more fun, more relaxing and more suitable for your lifestyle? Items like swim-up bars, built-in tables, and tanning ledges transform ordinary and dated pools into trendy and entertaining hotspots. […]
Pool Maintenance
Winter may give pool owners a bit of relief when it comes to swimming pool maintenance, but that doesn’t mean that pool cleaning should be completely forgotten. Some of our clients may opt to hire a pool service company to perform their pool maintenance. By learning to do it yourself, you can save hundreds of […]
Unique Pool Grottos
You may see a large waterfall on many pools and not even realize a grotto is hidden behind it. A swimming pool grotto or cave is basically a concrete room attached to the pool. The walls and the roof are constructed of gunite or shot-crete. There are special engineering requirements for construction of a swimming […]