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The Pool Design Process:

Planning a new pool or pool renovation project can overwhelm a homeowner. The entire process from initial concept to first dig does take quite a bit of time to navigate. At Ted’s Pools, we equip our homeowners with the materials and information they need from the very start. No homeowner is left wondering what step is next and that includes the finite details of the design process. 

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Spring Pool Renovations:

If your pool needs renovation before opening, early spring is a great time to get started. Ted’s Pools' Renovation Division is ready to transform your existing pool into a modern oasis. 

  

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Pool Chemistry 101:

Tired of the winter weather? The warmer weather is right around the corner and that means the 2025 pool season will finally be here. For pool owners, this means it’s time to schedule your official pool opening! Before you do that, there are a few steps to take to get that crystal blue water you’ve been dreaming about. Follow along as the staff of Ted’s Pools breaks down your pool’s water chemistry and explains why it’s so important to follow the right steps.  

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Winter is the Time to Plan Ahead for Spring Pool Construction

January is a snowy month in our area, which makes it a great time to plan for your summer pool. This month, homeowners should be reaching out for engineering and local permit approvals. Not sure about the appropriate steps to take? The team at Ted’s Pools - the leader in pool construction in the West Chester area - will help you every step of the way to successfully navigate the pool construction process so you can be swimming by the summer! 

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Preparing for Your Pool’s Design Process

As we discussed last month, now is the perfect time to begin the design process for your new pool or pool renovation project. The entire process from initial concept to first dig does take quite a bit of time to navigate. At Ted’s Pools, we equip our homeowners with the materials and information they need from the very start. No homeowner is left wondering what step is next and that includes the finite details of the design process. 

Let’s dig deeper into what a homeowner can expect with Ted’s Pools at the helm of your new pool project. 

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Fall is the perfect time for next year’s pool construction:

Fall is the perfect time to file permits for next year’s pool construction! Are you thinking of swimming in your own backyard pool next summer? Already have a pool but ready for a renovation?  The team at Ted’s Pools knows that now is the time to start planning. In fact, November is the best time to start reaching out for engineering and local permit approvals. 

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Winter Watch - Why winter maintenance is important to the life of your pool!  

Once you close your pool for the winter, it is easy to forget about it until you pull the cover off in the spring. Pool owners know that the first glimpse of pool water on opening day is definitely not crystal blue. It takes a few weeks to get everything set again before you can start cannonballing back into the water. However, the folks at Ted’s Pools say that leaving it alone throughout the winter can lead to some big problems, so it is important to practice good pool care year-round.

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Time to Plan for Next Year’s Swim Season

While summer has come and gone, many think about closing up their pools and focusing on the fall and winter to come. However, fall is the perfect time to start thinking about your vision for next summer and the team at Ted’s Pools is ready to assist! 

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