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Swimming Pools: Chlorine or Salt – Which is Best?

Swimming Pools: Chlorine or Salt – Which is Best?

ByCharles Elfert

At Pleasure Pools, we have installed “Salt-Water” pools exclusively for over 30 years now, so we may be somewhat prejudiced, but we believe that our success with this method is based on very sound scientific principles. First let me dispel the misconception that “Chlorine” pools are drastically different than “Salt-Water” pools. Both are using chlorine as a disinfectant and algaecide. The difference is the way that chlorine is introduced into the water. Salt-Water pools use an electronic device to separate sodium chloride (NaCl) Into sodium and chlorine. The positive and negative electronic plates in the “Cell” cause the electronic bond between the sodium and the salt to be broken, freeing up elemental Chlorine into your water.  As in most chemical reactions, there are residual effects. Without getting too technical,…

Is a Gunite Pool Better Than a Fiberglass or Vinyl Pool?

Is a Gunite Pool Better Than a Fiberglass or Vinyl Pool?

ByCharles Elfert

The question of gunite pools versus fiberglass or vinyl pools has come up many times in my 50-year career. My experience at Pleasure Pools is unique, since I have built all three types, and I know all the installation techniques and the pluses and minuses. Often to validate my position that gunite is the best option, I will ask the client to find out what types of pools are most prevalent in their area.  If the area is relatively flat, high ground, with a low water-table, there could be a fairly even mix of all three types. If, on the other hand, the water-table is high, water intrusion makes installation of fiberglass and vinyl much more complicated. If there are considerable differences in elevation, pools out of the…

Backyard Needing Pool Installation

Beat the Heat! 4 Ways to Get Your Property Ready for Swimming Pool Installation

ByCharles Elfert

Adding a pool to your backyard can be an incredibly exciting prospect. It will give you a place to cool down in the summer, to exercise, and to entertain guests or hold birthday parties for the kids. Before the swimming pool installation occurs, however, there are some things you’ll need to do to get your property ready.

Swimming Pool Installation Considerations
1. Make Sure the Pool Will Fit
The size and decking on your pool will be determined by how much space you have in your backyard. You may have visions of an Olympic-sized pool, but if you don’t have the space, too large a pool will not look good or function properly.

You may also think that you’re going to get a really deep swimming pool, but if there are ground issues or bedrock, you may be limited in what you can choose.

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Home Field Advantage: 6 Surprising Benefits That Come When You Look for “Pool Construction Companies Near Me”

ByCharles Elfert

When summer is in full swing and you find yourself sweating and miserable in the intense heat, the first thought that may run through your mind is taking a dip in a pool. This can be a great way to cool off and get in some exercise, but dealing with crowds can be a hassle at best. That’s when it’s a good idea to look for “pool construction companies near me.”

Benefits of Looking for “Pool Construction Companies Near Me”
There are so many advantages to having your own pool: not having to deal with strangers or crowded public places is just the most obvious. There are some other benefits you’ll discover as soon as you look for “pool construction companies near me.”