Blog | Page 5 of 13 | Sacramento Pools & Spas

A backyard pool with a built-in spa and small waterfalls flows beneath a sunny blue sky.

Sacramento Pool Safety Requirements: Legal Compliance & Family Protection

by pooltime
Jun 11, 2025
0

Pool safety regulations can seem overwhelming, but they exist for a crucial reason – preventing tragic accidents while protecting families and property owners from liability. During my years building and servicing pools in Sacramento, I’ve seen the importance of proper safety compliance firsthand. What many families don’t realize is that California’s pool safety laws are […]

A freeform backyard pool with an attached spa, surrounded by patio seating and landscaping.

Pool Automation Benefits Sacramento: Transform Pool Maintenance Into Effortless Enjoyment

by pooltime
Jun 06, 2025
0

I’ve been installing pools in Sacramento since 1989, and I’ve watched countless families start with dreams of backyard relaxation only to discover that traditional pool maintenance can quickly become another demanding responsibility competing with career, family, and personal time. The reality many busy Sacramento homeowners face is clear: manual pool care requires consistent daily attention, […]

A fire pit with blue fire glass sits between two cushioned chairs on a backyard patio.

Sacramento Fire Feature Fuel Options & Professional Installation Guide

by pooltime
Jun 04, 2025
0

When Sacramento families ask me about fire features, one of the first questions is usually: "What’s the best fuel option?" After installing fire features throughout Sacramento for decades, I’ve learned that the answer depends on how you plan to use your fire feature, your site conditions, and your personal preferences for convenience versus authenticity. Selecting […]

A small backyard pool with a raised tile wall and waterfall, framed by boulders and plants.

Practical Hard Water Chemical Balancing Steps for Sacramento Pools

by pooltime
May 28, 2025
0

The most frustrated call I received last month was from a homeowner in Folsom who’d been following the "pool store protocol" religiously for six months – testing twice weekly, adding exactly what they recommended, keeping detailed records – but his pool kept having the same problems over and over. His pH would climb back to […]

Nighttime view of illuminated rectangular swimming pool and spa with bright blue underwater lighting, concrete stepping stones connecting pool to spa, fire bowls with active flames on both sides, decorative pathway lights along pool edge, lounge chairs on patio, palm trees and tropical landscaping in background at dusk.

Sacramento Fire Feature Design Integration & Aesthetic Coordination Guide

by pooltime
May 27, 2025
0

When I walk through a backyard with a family considering a fire feature, I can usually tell within minutes whether the end result will look like it was always meant to be there or like an afterthought that was added later. The difference comes down to one thing: understanding how to integrate the fire feature […]

A rectangular backyard pool beside a stucco home with an outdoor dining patio and waterfall

Key Pool Chemicals & Hard Water Interactions in Sacramento Pools

by pooltime
May 26, 2025
0

The most eye-opening moment for new Sacramento pool owners often comes when they realize their pool is "eating" chemicals like crazy, but the water still doesn’t look or feel right. I had a customer in Carmichael who was adding chlorine every other day and acid twice a week, spending $150 monthly on chemicals, but his […]

Small kidney-shaped pool with two turquoise Adirondack chairs placed in shallow water, blue patio umbrella, natural rock waterfall feature, lush tropical landscaping on terraced hillside, brick coping edge.

Comprehensive Pool Heater Types & Sacramento Applications

by pooltime
May 25, 2025
0

The most expensive heating mistake I ever saw happened to a customer in Elk Grove who bought a heater based on internet research without understanding Sacramento’s unique advantages. They installed an oversized gas heater thinking "bigger is better," and their monthly heating bills hit $400 because the system was designed for Minnesota winters, not our […]

A glowing infinity-edge pool with a lit-up rock waterfall and lush landscape at night.

Pool Lighting Costs Sacramento: Complete Budgeting & Professional Selection Guide

by pooltime
May 24, 2025
0

When Sacramento families call me about pool lighting, the first question is almost always: "What’s this going to cost?" It’s a fair question, and after three decades of lighting installations, I’ve learned that smart budgeting and understanding the complete cost picture – not just the upfront price – makes the difference between a great investment […]

An outdoor swimming pool with blue water featuring a stone waterfall spillway, surrounded by natural landscaping with rocks and plants, and a beige lounge chair on the stone patio deck.

Preventive Maintenance & Equipment Longevity for Sacramento Pools

by pooltime
May 22, 2025
0

The most expensive pool equipment is the kind you have to replace prematurely because maintenance was neglected. I’ve seen $15,000 worth of equipment fail within five years while identical equipment with proper maintenance continues running reliably after 15 years. The difference isn’t luck—it’s understanding that preventive maintenance isn’t an expense, it’s the best insurance policy […]