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A curvy hillside pool with a built-in fountain and waterslide is surrounded by terraced landscaping.

Common Pool Landscaping Mistakes & Professional Coordination in Sacramento

by pooltime
Jul 23, 2025
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Over many years of building pools in Sacramento, I’ve watched the same landscaping mistakes happen over and over again. Families spend $80,000 on a beautiful pool, then make $5,000 worth of landscaping mistakes that end up costing them $15,000 to fix. The frustrating part is that most of these problems are completely preventable when you […]

A hillside infinity-edge pool beside a house is framed by patio furniture and tall grasses.

Drought-Tolerant Succulents & Strategic Tree Placement for Pool Areas

by pooltime
Jul 18, 2025
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When Sacramento families ask me about plants that can handle the intense heat around pools, I always start the conversation with succulents and drought-tolerant trees. After watching countless pool landscapes struggle through our brutal summers, I’ve learned that these ultra low-water plants aren’t just surviving our climate – they’re actually thriving in conditions that kill […]

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Pool Landscaping Sacramento: Understanding Climate Challenges & Strategic Planning

by pooltime
Jul 06, 2025
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After building pools in Sacramento for over three decades, I’ve watched countless families struggle with landscaping around their pools. They’ll spend $80,000 on a beautiful pool, then plant the wrong plants and end up with dead vegetation, cracked pool decking from invasive roots, or constant cleanup from debris falling into their pristine water. The truth […]

A vibrant, lagoon-style pool with waterfalls glows with colored lighting among lush greenery.

Sacramento Fire Feature Safety, Maintenance & Investment Value Guide

by pooltime
Jun 23, 2025
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While fire features create magical outdoor experiences, I’ve learned that proper safety and maintenance are what separate families who love their fire features for decades from those who end up with problems or regrets. After installing hundreds of fire features throughout Sacramento, I can tell you that the most important conversation isn’t about which type […]

A modern fire bowl sits in front of a round spa with fountains and symmetrical landscaping.

Sacramento Fire Feature Types & Design Options: Complete Guide for Pool Areas

by pooltime
May 13, 2025
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One of the most common questions I get from Sacramento families is: "What type of fire feature would work best with our pool?" After designing and installing fire features throughout Sacramento for decades, I’ve learned that the answer depends on how you plan to use your outdoor space, your aesthetic preferences, and the unique characteristics […]

A luxurious night-lit backyard with a glowing fire bowl centered over a narrow pool.

Outdoor Fire Features for Sacramento Pool Areas: Creating Year-Round Entertainment Destinations

by pooltime
May 08, 2025
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There’s something magical that happens when you combine fire and water in an outdoor space. I’ve been designing and building pool areas throughout Sacramento for decades, and I can tell you that nothing transforms a backyard quite like adding a fire feature near the pool. The combination creates an atmosphere that draws people together and […]

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