Lucas Firmin Blog

Winter in south Louisiana may be hard to notice at times, but it does tend to give us a break from the stifling heat and smothering humidity.  It is also a time of the year when our air conditioners, and thankfully our wallets get a break from sky high energy bills.  However, as a pool owner you are very familiar with the amount of power it takes to keep your pool clean, safe, and operating; the good news is that the winter months should also provide some relief in this area as well.  Here are a few tips that can help to keep the energy costs associated with your pool down, while making sure it stays clean and ready for the warmer temperatures right around the corner.

While winter is typically a short lived word in south Louisiana, it can still have some influence over your home’s pool.  With that being said, this time of the year can still mean that your pool could use some special attention.  Here are a few things to keep in mind as the calendar turns and the temperature drops.

While a pool may not be the first thing on your mind this holiday season, it doesn’t mean it can’t make an appearance on someone’s wish list.  Yes, a new customized pool would be the ultimate stocking stuffer, but that’s not what we mean.  Let’s a take a look at these five holiday gifts that are perfect for pool owners, and easier to fit under the tree.

So you’ve decided to build a pool.  Or at the very least you’ve decided to start thinking about building a pool; and while many of your thoughts are centered on pool design, landscaping, furniture, and those relaxing summer afternoons, and rightfully so, there are some other important things to consider.  Let’s start on the ground level, actually below.  Here are 3 questions you may not think to ask, but should when the time comes to build your in-ground pool.

The fall, especially in south Louisiana, brings a lot of different things.  It delivers football season, tailgating, and eventually cooler weather.  And while the high season for swimming may be in the rearview mirror, if you are considering building an in-ground pool, this could be the perfect time of the year to do so.  Here are a few reasons why the fall and winter in our warm climate are a great time to build your pool.