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A round stone fountain made of stacked pebbles sits by a pool with flowers at its base.

Sacramento Water Feature Installation: Process, Timeline & What to Expect

by pooltime
May 17, 2025
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One question I consistently hear from families considering water features is: "What exactly will this process be like, and how long will my backyard be torn up?" It’s a completely understandable concern because water feature installation does involve some disruption to your outdoor space. After overseeing hundreds of water feature installations throughout Sacramento, I can […]

A backyard pool features a smooth stone wall with a narrow waterfall and patio seating nearby.

Planning Your Sacramento Pool Water Feature: Smart Investment Strategies & Design Success

by pooltime
May 15, 2025
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One of the biggest mistakes I see families make with water features is jumping into the project without proper planning. They fall in love with a beautiful waterfall at a friend’s house or see something amazing on social media, and they want to recreate it immediately. While I love that enthusiasm, the most successful water […]

A resort-style pool with a waterfall, lounge chairs, and a curving waterslide surrounded by landscaping.

Sacramento Pool Water Features Guide: Waterfalls, Fountains & Design Options

by pooltime
May 07, 2025
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When families visit our showroom to explore water feature options, I love watching their eyes light up as they discover all the possibilities available for transforming their pools. From natural rock waterfalls that look like they’ve been carved by nature to sleek contemporary fountains that create stunning visual effects, the range of options can be […]

A natural-style pool with rock waterfalls and a bronze mermaid statue surrounded by lush greenery.

Why Add Water Features to Your Sacramento Pool? Benefits That Transform Your Backyard

by pooltime
Apr 26, 2025
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When families ask me about adding water features to their pools, I can see the excitement in their eyes as they imagine their ordinary pool transformed into something magical. After installing hundreds of water features throughout Sacramento, I’ve learned that they’re not just beautiful additions – they’re lifestyle investments that change how families use and […]

A lagoon-style pool with a raised stone spa sits in front of a brick home with large windows.

Pool Startup & Post-Construction: Your First Swim to Long-Term Care

by pooltime
Apr 19, 2025
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The moment families have been waiting for finally arrives – construction is complete and it’s time to fill the pool. But there’s a crucial phase between "construction done" and "let’s swim" that sets the foundation for years of enjoyment and trouble-free ownership. After helping hundreds of families transition from construction to confident pool ownership, I’ve […]

A shaped concrete pool shell sits unfinished beside a house in a dirt yard.

Sacramento Pool Construction Delays: How to Avoid Common Timeline Issues

by pooltime
Apr 05, 2025
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One of the most stressful aspects of pool construction for families is worrying about delays. I’ve seen projects drag on for months due to preventable problems, and I’ve also seen families get frustrated by normal construction variables that they weren’t prepared for. After managing pool construction for over three decades, I’ve learned that most delays […]

Construction workers dig a pool area using a small excavator and hand tools.

Pool Construction Week-by-Week: What Happens During Your Sacramento Build

by pooltime
Mar 19, 2025
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When families call me asking what actually happens during pool construction, I can tell they’re trying to picture the process and understand what their backyard will look like from week to week. It’s exciting but also a little overwhelming to imagine your peaceful backyard transformed into a construction zone. After managing hundreds of pool builds, […]

Construction site in front of single-story house showing excavated courtyard area with exposed dirt, broken concrete, construction debris, and rebar. Worker visible in background near house entrance, white statue and landscaping visible on intact lawn areas.

Sacramento Pool Permits & Pre-Construction: Setting Your Project Up for Success

by pooltime
Mar 11, 2025
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One of the least exciting but most important aspects of pool construction is the permit process. I can’t tell you how many families have called me frustrated because their project is stalled due to permit problems that could have been avoided with proper planning. After navigating Sacramento’s permit process for over three decades, I’ve learned […]

A finished backyard pool with clear blue water, waterfalls, and surrounding landscaping.

Custom Pool Investment Guide: Costs, ROI & Value in Sacramento’s Market

by pooltime
Feb 15, 2025
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When families ask me about pool costs, I always start with this question: "Are you looking at this as an expense or as an investment?" Because how you frame that question determines everything about how you approach pool ownership. After building pools in Sacramento for over three decades, I can tell you that quality custom […]

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