Our pool blog is designed to help you, the homeowner learn more about your pool. Whether you already own a pool or are thinking about building a pool, this is your source for learning more.

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The Emerald Difference: Why Clients Trust Us with Their Dream Pools

Pentair pool pump with water in the background

The Importance of Choosing the Right Pool Pump

Aerial view of a custom pool with a kid-friendly pool design.

How to Create a Kid-Friendly Pool Without Sacrificing Style

Custom pool with features that was selected over a fiberglass pool

Custom Pools vs. Fiberglass Pools: Why Custom Pools Are the Superior Choice

Rectangular new pool with hot tub surrounded by stone patio and green grass with water feature and fire pit.

New Year, New Pool: Why 2025 is the Perfect Time to Upgrade Your Outdoor Space

Well designed custom pool with water features and tanning ledge that was planned in the winter.

Why Winter is Ideal Time for Pool Planning

Aerial view of a custom pool with turf inlay which is one of the top design trends of 2025.

Top Pool Design Trends to Watch for in 2025

interior of wooden Finnish sauna with steam.

Transforming Your Outdoor Space: Saunas and Pergolas for Winter

Outdoor custom pool surrounded by a layer of snow with snow falling into the pool.

Winter Pool Care Tips for Texas Homeowners

Holiday decor near the edge of the pool representing the need for holiday pool safety tips.

Holiday Pool Safety Tips for Family Gatherings

Insight view of a Highgrove sauna installed by an outdoor pool.

The Benefits of Adding a Sauna to Your Home this Fall

Corner section of an old pool with a crack in the concrete.

Why Now’s the Time to Plan Your 2024 Pool Remodel