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Both saltwater pools and traditional chlorine types have awesome features. If you’re on the fence, you certainly aren’t alone. Which features suit you best? Read on! Saltwater Pools The biggest myth surrounding saltwater pools is that they contain zero chlorine because the water comes from the sea. But the truth may surprise you. Saltwater pools don’t even come…

Remember when your pool was brand new and how beautiful and inviting it was to look at? You were probably really proud of how it looked and even showed it off to your friends. The way the crisp sharp colors and patterns of the liner stood out boldly was one of the things that made…

Here at Perma Pools, our mission as educators in the pool industry is to answer all your questions—the common, the technical, and even the bizarre.The most common question? Cost.Whether vinyl liner or concrete or fiberglass pools, whether extravagant or minimalistic aesthetics, people want to know about how much they’re going to spend.You ask; we answer.…

Of all of the choices you make when buying a pool, this one is the most important: choosing a builder. But if you lack construction experience, how will you know if your prospects are qualified? Research is necessary, but we’ve outlined some things to pay attention to, so that you can better gauge skill level…

Regardless of whether you are building a fiberglass or vinyl liner pool, a pool light will generally come with the package. The light enables nighttime swimming. But the type of light you choose makes a big difference in terms of ambiance. Many customers I talk to prefer upgrading to LED lights, because they are brilliant and…

Some people I talk to during March are anxious to break ground and start their pool installation process, but they feel a little rushed by the various decisions they need to make, like shape, design, colors and decorative touches. I understand. Summer is coming and everyone—especially the kids—is anxious to start swimming! But there’s no…

Now that you have completed your research and decided that you’re family is ready to move forward with the installation of a new In Ground Swimming Pool, you are faced with the decision of where exactly is the best location and elevation in your backyard. Sure, looks are important but so is drainage! Unfortunately, most homeowners do…

I am often asked what are the most annoying problems you can have with pools.  My answer is always BAD DRAINAGE!! When we install a pool, we spend a good amount of time assessing the grade of the ground and confirming the level of the pool and patio. There is a reason for this:  water…

I am often asked whether waterline or other tile on your fiberglass pool is a good decision. The colors and styles are beautiful!  Here are some things to think about. There are 2 types of tile we do on fiberglass pools.  A 6″ strip of waterline tile or a variety of inlaid tiles that are…

Many customers have asked me what they should do to make their pool stand out. Of course, adding a pool to your backyard makes a dramatic statement by itself!   But with the right options, the entire space can look like a work of art. Sometimes small details make all of the difference. Here are…