Lucas Firmin Blog

Ah, Louisiana, where the state tree might as well be the "ever-shedding leafy." It's a beautiful place renowned for its lush, green landscapes that could swoon any nature photographer. Yet for those who own a residential pool in Louisiana, these same picturesque trees often become the bane of their existence.

Before you head to the grocery store, it’s a good idea to make a list. How you organize it is up to you, but without it you’re bound to forget at least one thing. The same is true when it comes to getting your pool ready for spring. After several months of inactivity, even with routine maintenance, there are several steps you need to take to make sure your pool is up for another busy season. Just like it’s hard to make a sandwich without bread, forgetting one of these steps could result in some time away from your backyard retreat. Here is a quick, simple checklist of what to take care of spring approaches.

Knowing what to do when performing a task is just as important as knowing what NOT to do. This is very true when it comes to pool maintenance. While there are a lot things that need to get done, and a variety of ways to do them; understanding not to zig when you should zag can save a lot of time, money, and headaches. Here are five common pool maintenance mistakes to avoid.

When you shop for a car, you have plenty of questions. How efficient is it? How reliable is it? What options are available? So on and so forth. The same is true if you’re buying a new TV, new appliances, or anything that is a considerable investment. The same goes for building a pool. You have a lot of options when it comes to building a pool. From material and design to customization and features, there are a lot of decisions to make, and thus a lot of due diligence to perform. Here are a few important questions you should ask any prospective pool builder.

When it comes to transforming your backyard into a personal oasis, choosing between a custom-designed gunite pool and a cookie-cutter pool is an important decision. While both options offer the joy of pool ownership, the benefits of a custom-designed gunite pool surpass those of its cookie-cutter counterpart.