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.

Emerald Custom Pools employee inspecting for leaks in a swimming pool.

What is Leak Detection? Identifying & Preventing Costly Pool Water Loss

French bulldog swimming demonstrating pool safety for pets

Keeping Your Pool Pet Safe: Essential Tips for a Pet-Friendly Swimming Environment

custom rolled neck spa

What is a Rolled Neck Spa? The Ultimate Blend of Comfort, Luxury, and Hydrotherapy

Emerald Custom Pool Dream Pool Builders standing by their work trucks.

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

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