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4 Signs it’s Time to Renovate Your Old Pool

Posted On: January 24,2023 By: Todd Thomasson

If you have a pool in your backyard that you really don’t love, you might not be using it to its full extent. In fact, maybe you’re even embarrassed to have guests over and see your pool because it’s in pretty rough shape.

You might be wondering, Should I renovate my pool?

There are a lot of good reasons to consider a pool renovation.

Updating a pool can improve the value of your home, prevent more serious problems (if you have potential issues on the verge of trouble), and (perhaps most importantly) help you to use your pool more often.

But if you’re still not sure whether you’re ready to take the plunge, we’ve rounded up some signs it’s time to renovate a swimming pool.

3 Poolside Fire Feature Ideas and Tips

Posted On: December 30,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

Are you thinking about adding a pool fire feature?

3 Most Common Questions About Spillover Spas

Posted On: December 09,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

Of all the features that can be added to a pool, a spillover spa is often one of people’s favorites. It just adds a whole new sense of enjoyment and use to your pool area.

5 Common Questions About Saltwater Pools in Northern Virginia

Posted On: November 02,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

So, you’re thinking about getting a saltwater pool. In recent years, saltwater pools have really risen in popularity, largely because homeowners want to shy away from entirely chlorine-based pools. Chlorine can be harsh on the eyes, hair, and skin, and some children are particularly sensitive to its effects.

custom pool with infinity edge and lighting

How to Choose The Right Pool Builder in Northern Virginia

Posted On: September 26,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

It’s safe to say that the addition of a swimming pool to your Northern Virginia home is a big deal. Some might go as far as calling it life changing—and it’s really not an exaggeration. You’ll now have a vacation spot in your own backyard and that can really change the way that you enjoy your summers.

If you have children it might also be the difference between them going to friends’ houses all of the time or staying home to hang out at the pool.

pool with patio pavilion waterfalls and lighting

Swimming Pool Tanning Ledges: Pros, Cons, Costs, & More

Posted On: August 24,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

One of the exciting aspects of coming up with your custom swimming pool design is adding the various features that will make it truly your own.

There are so many exciting possibilities such as an infinity edge, a waterfall, pool lighting, or even a spa.

Of course, a favorite (and often asked about) is a swimming pool tanning ledge. Also sometimes called a “sun shelf,” swimming pool tanning ledges are basically a bump-out within the pool that is designed more for lounging than swimming.

In this article, we’ll talk more about some of the specifics of pools with tanning ledges so that you can determine if it might be an option you’d want to consider for your Northern Virginia home.

As with any option there are various considerations (what might be a “benefit” to some could be a downside to another, so keep that in mind as you read).

swimming pool with night lighting patio and pavilion

3 Unexpected Costs of an Inground Pool Installation

Posted On: August 01,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

If you’re thinking about adding a pool to your Northern Virginia home, you want to feel confident that you’ve thought through all of the details. Adding a pool is no small endeavor and you want to feel prepared.

Do I Need a Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect? What’s The Difference?

Posted On: June 07,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

When it comes to creating a picture-perfect landscape, good design is critical. You might think of a landscape design as the “plan of action” to follow in the transformation of your property. When you’re looking at your yard and dreaming about its potential, it might be difficult to imagine exactly how it will all come together.

pool with light bottom and night lighting

Dark Bottom Pool vs. Light: What to Know & How to Choose

Posted On: May 31,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

Swimming pools have evolved in so many different ways over the years. One thing that means for you is that you have more choices than ever. That means you can make your pool entirely customizable to your specific wants and needs. But it also means that you have a lot of decisions to make—and that can feel daunting.

4 Things I Wish I Knew Before Installing My Pool

Posted On: May 24,2022 By: Todd Thomasson

If you’re planning to add a swimming pool to your backyard, you want it to be everything that you dream it could be. The last thing that you want is to ever be disappointed in any way. You don’t want to be swimming or trying to enjoy your pool area thinking there were things I wish I knew before installing a pool.