So, you’ve got a rust spot in your pool finish…or an area of the pool finish that is lifting up and delaminating…or you have glass block at your spa that is cracked: maybe your pool isn’t quite ready for a total remodel or you aren’t quite ready to undertake a major renovation project…. Instead of […]
Pool Repairs—what can be done and when? Read More »
This is the second blog in our two-part series focusing on expecting the unexpected. It is important in the remodeling business to expect the unexpected. Unlike new construction, in remodeling you don’t begin with a clean slate. Often, remodels are constrained by the quality of the initial construction or by its unique features. When
How it Works—the process of resurfacing your concrete swimming pool: STEP 4 – Applying the Interior Finish This is our fourth blog in our series diving deeper into the main steps in resurfacing your swimming pool. We have had a short hiatus from our regular blog posts for the holidays but are very excited to
When you first installed your pool, you probably didn’t think much about potential repairs down the road. However, as with any man made construction, normal wear and tear will result in your pool eventually needing repair and/or resurfacing. While the occasional crack may not seem like a big deal, unrepaired pools are more likely to
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As the name suggests, pool plaster delamination is a situation where the new coat of plaster has separated from the old layer beneath. Small pop-off areas the size of a quarter may not be indicative of large scale bond failure. Spray a hose on an empty plastered pool, and you may “hear” areas of delamination
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Without a sturdy and leakproof pool interior finish, your swimming pool won’t be very useful. Such a large volume of water needs to be kept in a pool basin that is not only attractive but also sturdy, something that becomes a challenge in older pools. Deterioration to a pool’s finish is virtually inevitable, due to
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Pool plaster repair can enhance the appearance of your swimming pool and reseal it at the same time. No matter if you need one or both, you will need to decide if you want to complete this project on your own or hire a professional. It’s true that you can find some DIY “success stories” on
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If your pool is leaking, finding the culprit of the leak is like finding the proverbial needle in a haystack. With such a large body of water and so many different pieces of equipment contributing to its daily functions, where is the leak most likely originating? You should expect a certain amount of water loss
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Owning a pool in the South is as common as owning a heavy jacket in Maine. Hot weather and cool water just go together. But sometimes it can feel like pools and repairs go together too. There are five pool repair issues that tend to occur more frequently than others, so it’s always a good
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When you own a home and automobile, costly repairs are often the name of the game. From flat tires and worn down brakes to leaky ceilings and rusted hot water heaters, you might start wondering if you’ll ever have a full wallet again. Pools have the potential to join the endless repairs list, but only
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