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The most educational swimming pool blog in the country, providing fiberglass pool articles and videos, as well as information on inground concrete and liner pools.

Jason Hughes

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Finding A Pool Contractor  |  Installation & Construction

Inground Pool Warranties: Critical Questions to Ask Your Builder

Okay, let's cut to the chase. Although as a pool guy this seems crazy to me, the following is an accurate portrayal of the entire conversation most folks considering an inground pool have with a potential builder about a very important topic...their warranty:

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Finding A Pool Contractor  |  Installation & Construction

How to Find the Perfect Property for a Future Pool: 5 Valuable Tips!

At River Pools we receive calls on a daily basis from folks who are in the process of looking for a new home or property where they can install a future pool. They all want to know the same thing: “What should I look for in a property where I can install the pool of my dreams?” That’s a great question and we just happen to have some great pointers, so let’s dive right in!

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Comparing Fiberglass, Concrete, and Vinyl Liner Pools in the Modern Age Ebook.

Comparing Fiberglass, Concrete, and Vinyl Liner Pools in the Modern Age

Don't blindly wonder if a fiberglass, concrete, or vinyl liner pool is right for you. Our educational ebook does a deep-dive comparison of the 3 types, all while noting the advantages and disadvantages of each.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Options and Accessories  |  Pool Design Guides  |  Pool Videos

Is Any Backyard Too Challenging for a Fiberglass Pool? Epic Video!

When I first walked into the backyard of Chuck and Kristian Todd in Arlington, Virginia, my first thought was, "If this is going to happen, it'll have to be interesting". In the end, it turned out to be quite interesting indeed, as you'll see in the following before and after video.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Fiberglass vs Concrete vs Vinyl Liner  |  Patio and Coping  |  Pool Videos

Ultimate Fiberglass Pool vs Vinyl Liner Pool Video!

In this video, you’ll see an existing vinyl liner pool that we converted to fiberglass. The most amazing aspect of this entire project is that the dilapidated vinyl pool you're about to see is only 15 years old…and it’s already gone through 3 liners!

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Options and Accessories  |  Patio and Coping  |  Pool Design Guides  |  Pool Videos  |  Retaining Walls, Fence, and Landscaping

10 Hottest Inground Pool Options and Accessories [Video]

In the market for an inground pool? If so, you're certainly looking for the options and accessories that best meet your needs. Let's discuss 10 of the most popular and innovative pool options in the pool industry today! You'll learn why they are gaining in popularity and ballpark costs for each.

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Fiberglass Pool Information  |  Finding A Pool Contractor  |  Installation & Construction  |  Pool Videos

How To Avoid 4 Common Fiberglass Pool Installation Problems [Video]

Let's be honest: Although fiberglass pools are taking the inground pool market by storm in North America, there are still some potential installation problems that continue to pop up in the industry:

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Installation & Construction  |  Patio and Coping

Deck/Patio Drainage For Inground Swimming Pools 101

We are frequently asked questions about deck drainage for inground pools.

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Options and Accessories  |  Pool Maintenance

How Long Should Salt Water Chlorine Generators for Pools Last?

You may be wondering: How long should the salt chlorine generator for my inground pool last? Let’s take a quick look, but first, let’s take a second to understand exactly how salt water chlorinators actually work. Then we'll reveal the average lifespan of salt chlorine generators...along with a few pointers on how to make yours last longer.

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Finding A Pool Contractor

Finding the Right Pool Contractor: Is Angie’s List the Answer?

I recently stumbled across Angie's List. If you’re not familiar with it, here’s an explanation in their words: “Angie's List is the premier word-of-mouth network for homeowners with more than 1.5 million members nationwide. It's a growing collection of homeowners' real-life experiences with local service and health care professionals. Our members research, rate and review service companies in more than 500 different categories. We receive over 400,000 inquiries and more than 40,000 reports each month from our members.”

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Finding A Pool Contractor  |  Installation & Construction

In-House Pool Construction vs. Sub-Contractors: Which Is Better?

If you’re in the market for an Inground Pool you may have wondered about the importance of your pool contractor doing the work themselves verses using subcontractors. Today we’re going to answer some of the most common questions consumers have about this topic. Let’s get started!

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