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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 […]

Backyard pool construction site with a yellow excavator digging near a house, showing excavated dirt area, gravel base, stone retaining wall, and a two-story house with deck in the background.

Choosing Sacramento Pool Contractors: Avoid These 5 Costly Mistakes

by pooltime
Feb 17, 2025
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The horror story that shook a family in Granite Bay started with a contractor who seemed perfect: lowest bid, immediate availability, and promises that sounded too good to be true. Six months later, their "finished" pool surface was peeling, their warranty was void, and they faced spending another $25,000 to fix work that should have […]

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 […]

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 […]

Rectangular outdoor swimming pool with clear water, built-in water features, and surrounding green lawn and trees on a sunny day.

Why Choose Custom Pool Design in Sacramento? Benefits That Transform Your Property

by pooltime
Jan 09, 2025
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When families call me about pool design, one of the first questions I ask is: "Do you want a pool that looks like every other pool in your neighborhood, or do you want something that’s uniquely yours?" After building custom pools in Sacramento for over three decades, I’ve learned that the difference between a standard […]