Four Reasons to Install a Pool for Summer Family Gatherings

admin | July 12, 2017

There’s no better time of year to bring the whole family together than in the summer. The kids are out of school, the weather is gorgeous and the days are long. Family cookouts in the park or backyard are great, but the best way to spend time together is by a pool. Unfortunately, going to a public swimming pool can be a disaster if you’re trying to get together with your whole family. There’s simply not enough room for everyone to enjoy themselves at a public pool.

If you want to spend quality time with your family by a pool, your best bet is to speak with a contractor about new pool construction in Los Angeles, CA. Continue reading to learn more about the benefits of installing a pool for family gatherings:

Everyone can cool off: While we all love summer, it’s hard to ignore the fact that it’s almost unbearably hot much of the time. The quickest way to cool down is by hopping in the water, but if you’re at a public pool, finding a place to get in can be difficult. That’s not the case if you have your own pool in your yard! The whole family can get in the pool at once to cool down and have a good time.
Personal space: Public pools aren’t just overcrowded in the water—the pool decks are also always full of people hogging all of the chairs and picnic tables. If you have a large family, finding a spot for everyone to sit together during the day is often impossible at a public pool. That’s not the case if you stay home and relax in your own private oasis! Everyone will be able to sit near each other in their own chairs when you stay home and spend time at your family pool.
More pool activities: While simply swimming back in forth and playing Marco Polo are both fun activities, they can get boring after a while. This is especially the case for kids who have short attention spans. One of the easiest ways to end swimming pool boredom is by installing a diving board or basketball hoop during new pool construction in Los Angeles, CA. Playing basketball in the pool and going off the diving board sometimes isn’t an option at a public pool, but it will be at the pool in your backyard!
Pool deck fun: Some folks just don’t like getting wet. For these people, spending a day at the public pool isn’t the ideal way to bond as a family. You can reconcile individual differences by hanging out together at your private pool. People who love swimming can splash in the water, and relatives who’d rather be on dry land can have fun on your customized pool deck. The options are limitless when it comes to designing your own pool area.

Don’t host one more family gathering without a pool in your backyard. Give Avanti Pools, Inc. a call today to learn more about new pool construction in Los Angeles, CA and to schedule a consultation.

Sanitation Options to Consider for Your New Pool Construction in Los Angeles, CA

admin | March 2, 2017

Chlorine is frequently used for pool cleaning, but this strong chemical often comes with negative side effects. Here are some sanitation options that you can use with your new pool construction in Los Angeles, CA that can either reduce your chlorine use, or eliminate it altogether:

Copper ionization: The copper ionization approach is two-headed. The oxidation process gets rid of all of the organic materials that may not be visible in the water, but could still pose a threat to the condition of your pool. Copper is also added to the pool water in order to sanitize and get rid of all of the remaining types of elements that may be present in your water. After both of these processes take place, the crystal clear water is then pumped back into the pool, ready for you and your family to enjoy. This mixture is particularly effective in keeping algae at bay, and is a good choice if you want a chlorine-free pool, although low levels of chlorine can be used to increase the system’s effeciency if you choose.
Ozone with tablet feeder system: Introducing ozone tablets into your pool system is one of the quickest, most powerful ways to sanitize your pool. When ozone is fed into your pool water, it has the ability to destroy multiple types of organisms that are brought to the pool, including bacteria and algae, as well as lotion, sweat and body oils. Ozone will gradually revert back to its natural state of oxygen as it comes into contact with all of these organisms, so it is usually used in conjuction with other chemicals. But because ozone is so effective, by the time you do need to introduce additional chemicals to your pool, most of the work will already be done, allowing you to reduce the usage of these chemicals by up to 70 percent.
Salt chlorination: The ionic compound salt is a combination of both sodium and chloride, and these two can work together very efficiently to keep your pool free of harmful contaminants. When salt is added to your pool filter, it is dissolved into the water, and only the chlorine is left. This chlorine, however, is a tamer, more natural form of chlorine than that normally used in pools. It is still more than capable of getting the job done, though, and your pool will still be spotless without experiencing the presence of strong odors or some of the other byproducts that come along with the use of harsh chlorine chemicals. This is a very balanced way to filter your pool’s water, and because of this consistency, very little maintenance will be needed on your part. You can say goodbye to the days of lugging heavy buckets of chlorine back and forth in your backyard, as well as the constant checking of chemical levels in your pool once a week.

To learn more about these sanitation options and find out which one will work best with your new pool construction in Los Angeles, CA, contact Avanti Pools, Inc. In addition to in-depth knowledge about these sanitation options, we have experience with pool installations of all different shapes and sizes. Give us a call today so you can get the most out of your new pool!

Six Tips for Choosing the Perfect Plants for Your New Pool Oasis

admin | February 15, 2017

So, you’ve finally been able to install the beautiful in-ground pool that you’ve always dreamed of! The design is perfect, the installation impeccable, but the final product is not quite everything you dreamed it would be. What many new pool owners fail to realize is that even the most stylish and exquisite pool is still just a hole in the ground without the right landscaping.

Landscaping around your pool is the difference between something that looks like the outdoor pool at a hotel and a pool that looks like a lush oasis. However, knowing what type of plants to use around your pool can be challenging. As experts in pool construction in Los Angeles, CA, we know a thing or two about designing backyard havens. Here are six tips for choosing the right plants to create the perfect landscape for your pool:

Choose plants that provide some privacy: Pools should be secluded enough that you can relax without worrying about nosy neighbors looking on. The right plants, such as climbing vines or small shrubs, can help you achieve a certain amount of privacy around your pool area.
Don’t use plants that have spreading roots: Avoid using plants that are prone to have spreading roots around your pool. Spreading roots from small plants can damage the stone or tiles around the circumference of your pool, and roots from trees can even damage the very foundations of your investment.
The plants you choose should like sunlight: The water’s surface reflects light, as do the materials used around your pool. That’s why it’s essential that the plants you choose to put around your pool can handle the heat and the excessive sunlight.
Choose plants that can stand up to chlorine: Because chlorine and other chemicals are in pool water, water splashing can cause damage such as bleached leaves, or even slowly kill certain types of plants. You’ll want to use hardy plants that can stand up to a little chemical water every now and then.
Don’t choose plants that attract bees: There are two reasons you don’t want bee-attracting plants around your pool. First, you don’t want a lot of bees stinging swimmers or getting in the way of poolside barbecues. Second, bees can also end up drowning in your pool, which is annoying to clean up and also harmful to the ecosystem.
Stay away from plants that drop too many leaves: The last thing you want is to have to clean a bunch of leaves out of your pool every day or deal with a frequently clogged filter. Choose plants that aren’t going to be dropping tons of leaves into your pool. Too many leaves just add work for you and your pool system.

Choosing the right plants to create your poolside oasis can be challenging, but with a few pointers from your local experts in pool construction in Los Angeles, CA, you can make your vision of the perfect pool into a reality. Contact Avanti Pools, Inc. today to learn more!

Six Amazing Pool Design Trends to Watch For in 2017

admin | February 1, 2017

“What’s new?” seems to be the question we get from many of our clients this time of year. As our list of clients for new pool construction in Los Angeles, CA comes together for the new year, many of our clients want to know what the newest trends are for in-ground pools. We can tell you that 2017 has some exciting design features that are the latest thing for in-ground pools, and we’re pretty excited about them. Just take a look at some of the pool design trends to watch for in 2017:

Wet or infinity edges: The infinity or wet edge is when water is allowed to flow freely over the edge of the pool, creating a visual effect of water with no boundary. The infinity edge provides a modern look that flows well into the natural landscape around your pool creating a seamless water oasis.
Tanning ledges: A tanning ledge, also known as a sun shelf, is what you often see in pools at resorts. It is a flat, shallow area in your pool that allows you to be in the water while still catching those rays. Tanning ledges are also great for small children or pets.
Designs for small spaces: No longer do you need a sprawling backyard in order to have an in-ground pool. Designers have gotten creative when it comes to designing pool layouts for small spaces. In fact, the unique shapes and stylish features of these smaller pools are almost preferable if you are looking for something truly out of the ordinary.
Mineral water: As people become more aware of the need to care for our environment, they are embracing eco-friendly solutions, including choosing mineral water over salt and chlorine pools. Mineral water is better for the environment, gentler on your skin and requires less maintenance.
Beach entries: This new feature is designed to give you a true seaside experience. The beach entry to your pool is designed to allow a gradual descent into the water. exactly like what you would experience when walking into the open ocean.
Open concepts: The interior design trend of open concepts has made its way to the outdoors. Where people use to design their outdoor living spaces as separate areas for eating, playing, swimming and so on, the new trend is to create a smooth transition, not only between your outdoor spaces, but from your indoor space to your outdoor space. To that effect, pools are now being designed with glass partitions or with tile patterns that complement that of your patio or even your interior floors.

At Avanti Pools, Inc., we’re excited to be making these recent trends part of some of our upcoming pool construction in Los Angeles, CA. If you’re thinking of installing an in-ground pool this year and are interested in learning more about some of the amazing pool features mentioned above, feel free to give us a call. We’re always more than happy to get people started on their pool design concepts.

Category: Pool Construction

Make Your Backyard Beautiful and Increase Your Home Value with a New Pool Construction in Los Angeles, CA

Four Reasons to Install a Pool for Summer Family Gatherings

Sanitation Options to Consider for Your New Pool Construction in Los Angeles, CA

Six Tips for Choosing the Perfect Plants for Your New Pool Oasis

Six Amazing Pool Design Trends to Watch For in 2017

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