Two weeks ago I announced, based on many years of weather records and 50 years on this planet, that the cold weather was behind us and that pool season was near. I really believed that we had seen the last of temperatures in the 30’s, but I was wrong. I really shouldn’t be that surprised as … [Read more...]
Soon It Will Be Pool Weather!
February 28, 2013 by ·
Wouldn’t it be great if we accurately predict what the weather would be for North Texas for the next few months? According to The Old Farmer’s 2013 Almanac, we have some interesting weather coming for the Texas-Oklahoma region as it reads: The snowiest periods will be in early to mid-February … [Read more...]
How to Prevent Freeze Damage
December 6, 2012 by ·
With the extremely mild fall that we have had this year, it is surprising that area weather forecasters as well as the 2013 Farmers Almanac have predicted a colder and wetter winter than normal. Technically, they could still be correct, as the first day of winter is December 21st. As winter … [Read more...]
100 DEGREE WEATHER ARRIVES THIS WEEKEND!
June 22, 2012 by ·
Although the recent weather has been much milder than last year’s record highs, the weather is forecast to reach 100 degrees this weekend. This hot weather can create problems for swimming pools even when a routine swimming pool maintenance program is followed. Two of the most common pool … [Read more...]
Free Ice For Your Pool Parties!
June 18, 2012 by ·
Are you in need of ice for your weekend pool parties or kids sporting events? We provide free ice for our pool customers. Why and how do we do this? Why does Gohlke Pools have free ice? We recently purchased an icemaker that is used by our staff, but it makes enough ice that we have enough … [Read more...]
What Pool Owners Should Do After A Rainstorm
June 7, 2012 by ·
Heavy rain can expose problems such as poor drainage and can create problems such as debris in the pool and water chemistry issues. It is important to do the following after a heavy rain: Determine if drainage problems exist which can be corrected. Remove debris from the skimmer … [Read more...]
Renovating a Swimming Pool
February 2, 2012 by ·
Over the years, pools can become outdated and in need of a renovation. Some pool owners’ desire minor changes and some desire dramatic overhauls. Due to the availability of new products and materials that weren’t available when the existing pool was constructed, often times the pool looks … [Read more...]
How to Purchase a Hot Tub
November 18, 2011 by ·
Buying a hot tub is a decision that you should not feel rushed or pressured into. It is important to take your time and ask plenty of questions. As with most major purchasing decisions, knowledge is everything. Following are some questions that you should consider when shopping for the hot … [Read more...]
Pool Chemical Disposal
October 21, 2011 by ·
As we enter the off-season for many pool owners, you might find that you have pool chemicals that have not been used and that you do not anticipate using. It is not smart to have chemicals that are not being used stored at your house. Many common pool chemicals can be toxic, corrosive, … [Read more...]
Winter Pool Care
October 5, 2011 by ·
As I was enjoying the cool morning temperatures recently on the first day of fall (September 23rd), it brought back some thoughts about how brutally hot this record-breaking summer was and how glad that I am that it is finally over. I graduated from Denton High School in 1980, and I remember the … [Read more...]