Lucas Firmin Blog

When designing the perfect outdoor space for your in-ground swimming pool, deciding on the right deck is a key step in the process. As with any major home construction project, you’ve probably narrowed your choices down by asking yourself the following questions:

“If you want a pool so badly, dig it yourself!”

Maybe you’ve said it. Maybe it was said to you. Chances are it didn’t end well. If you were or have an industrious child, this overwrought phrase might’ve ended with some very dirty kids and a giant pit in your backyard.

Don’t risk it. Besides avoiding the under-aged demolition crew, there are several truly persuasive reasons to own an in-ground pool.

As we turn the corner into fall, it’s important to take a moment and assess the health of your pool, while the temperatures are still mild and a freeze isn’t in the forecast. Here are 6 common problems you’ll want to watch for:

As the rain stops and the high waters begin to recede, it’s time to account for possible flood damage. Even if your home remained above-water, rain and debris can majorly affect your property’s health and longevity, including your pool. Take these five steps to restore your pool after a heavy storm:

You’ve already made the most difficult decision: you’ve decided to build a pool. Reward yourself with the custom-designed pool of your dreams.  Stairs or stepladder? Tanning ledge or diving board? We’ve got ideas for every taste. So wet your whistle with these design elements!