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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 […]

Resort-style backyard pool with bright blue water featuring large decorative boulders, a tall rock waterfall with fire feature on top, circular spa, stone patio with white lounge chairs, and residential houses visible in the background at dusk.

Preparing Your Sacramento Pool for Summer: Spring Opening Timing & Climate Guide

by pooltime
Mar 10, 2025
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The phone call always comes the same way: "Joe, it’s 85 degrees today and my pool is green! Can you get it ready for my kid’s birthday party this weekend?" I wish I had a dollar for every time someone waited until the perfect swimming day to realize their pool wasn’t ready. What should be […]

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Essential Fall Pool Cleanup & Dormancy Preparation Steps for Sacramento

by pooltime
Mar 09, 2025
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Comprehensive "big cleanup" procedures ensuring optimal winter pool condition The Foundation of Successful Dormancy Comprehensive fall cleaning provides the foundation for successful dormancy period management that prevents expensive spring restoration while maintaining swim-ready water throughout Sacramento’s mild winter months. Professional cleaning ensures pools enter dormancy in optimal condition through systematic procedures proven effective over three […]

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Pool Equipment Upgrade Guide Sacramento: Your Complete Implementation Roadmap

by pooltime
Mar 08, 2025
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I’ve watched too many well-intentioned Sacramento pool owners make expensive mistakes with equipment upgrades. They research the technology, understand the benefits, and even budget appropriately – but then try to cut corners on installation or skip professional planning altogether. The result? They end up with efficient equipment that doesn’t perform efficiently. Over three decades in […]

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Winterization vs Winter Maintenance & Equipment Care in Sacramento

by pooltime
Mar 07, 2025
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When families move to Sacramento from colder climates, they often ask me whether they should winterize their pool like they did back east. It’s a great question because Sacramento presents a unique situation – we have enough mild weather to potentially swim year-round, but we also get occasional freezing nights that can damage equipment. The […]

Close-up comparison of pool surface finishes showing blue pebble texture transitioning to beige/tan pebble texture, demonstrating different color options for pool plaster.

Sacramento Pool Resurfacing: Smooth Plaster or Textured Aggregate Finishes?

by pooltime
Mar 06, 2025
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The texture revelation came for a family in Elk Grove when they visited two neighbor pools on the same day. The first had traditional smooth plaster that felt pleasant but showed every water spot and stain. The second featured NPT StoneScapes Mini Pebbles with a natural texture that felt amazing underfoot and somehow made the […]

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Professional Winter Pool Maintenance Sacramento Services: Expert Care for Year-Round Swimming

by pooltime
Mar 03, 2025
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When homeowners ask me what makes professional winter pool service different from DIY approaches, I explain it this way: anyone can add chemicals to a pool, but understanding exactly how much, when, and why requires years of experience with Sacramento’s unique winter conditions. Professional service isn’t just about doing the work – it’s about knowing […]

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Sacramento Seasonal Pool Maintenance Schedule & Best Practices

by pooltime
Feb 28, 2025
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Complete seasonal care guide for optimal pool performance throughout Northern California’s year-round swimming season Mastering Sacramento’s Seasonal Pool Maintenance Demands Success with pool maintenance in Sacramento comes from adapting your care routine to match the changing demands of each season. Unlike regions where pools close completely for months, Sacramento’s Mediterranean climate requires a dynamic approach […]

A lagoon-style pool shaded by overhanging tropical plants with a hidden grotto feel.

Common DIY Winter Pool Care Mistakes Sacramento Homeowners Make

by pooltime
Feb 24, 2025
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Every spring, I see the same concerning pattern repeat itself across Sacramento. Well-meaning homeowners who tried to save money with DIY winter pool care discover they’ve actually cost themselves thousands of dollars. The phone calls start in March: "My pool is green and cloudy, and nothing I’m doing is working." By the time I arrive, […]

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