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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 […]

A partially constructed pool with exposed rebar and dirt walls during excavation.

Sacramento Pool Construction Timeline: Complete Phase-by-Phase Guide

by pooltime
Feb 09, 2025
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One of the first questions families ask me after deciding to build a pool is: "How long is this going to take?" It’s a great question because understanding the timeline helps you plan family schedules, set realistic expectations, and know what to expect during each phase of construction. After building pools in Sacramento for over […]

Workers constructing a pool with concrete and other materials, with tools and supplies visible around the site.

The Custom Pool Design Process: From Concept to Completion in Sacramento

by pooltime
Feb 02, 2025
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One of the most common questions I get from families considering a custom pool is: "What exactly happens from the time we decide we want a pool until we’re actually swimming in it?" It’s a great question because understanding the process helps you prepare for each phase and ensures you get the pool you’re dreaming […]

A swimming pool surrounded by a concrete deck and enclosed by a wooden fence.

Sacramento Climate Considerations for Custom Pool Design

by pooltime
Jan 13, 2025
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When I’m designing pools for Sacramento families, I always start by explaining how incredibly lucky we are to live in one of the best pool climates in the world. But our unique weather also creates specific challenges that need to be addressed in the design phase to ensure your pool is comfortable year-round, not just […]

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