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Daniela Escudero: Apr 1, 2024
As we mark Autism Awareness Month, our focus turns to a topic of critical importance for families and communities: pool safety for children with autism. With the joys of swimming come unique challenges for children on the autism spectrum, including...
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Daniela Escudero: Mar 28, 2024
Imagine transforming your backyard into a luxurious oasis, a personal retreat where every detail reflects your unique style and enhances your home's...
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Daniela Escudero: Mar 25, 2024
For many homeowners, whether to drain a pool is daunting, especially in the aftermath of heavy rainfall or when faced with the challenge of...
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Daniela Escudero: Mar 22, 2024
Embarking on the journey to design your dream pool involves more than just choosing the right size or shape; selecting materials and colors plays a...
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Daniela Escudero: Mar 2, 2024
Los Angeles residents often consider investing in an inground swimming pool to escape the heat and create a gathering space for their families. The...
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Daniela Escudero: Feb 10, 2024
Every pool owner dreams of a sparkling, inviting oasis in their backyard, a dream that can quickly turn murky with the slightest neglect of pool...
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Daniela Escudero: Aug 22, 2023
J Designs Pool and Spa Wins 2023 Pool & Hot Tub Alliance International Award of Excellence (Los Angeles, State)— J Designs Pool and Spa is proud to...
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Vanessa Petros: Jul 20, 2023
Every year, homeowners in Los Angeles County build their dream concrete swimming pool. With so many choices, finding a pool builder with integrity...
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Vanessa Petros: Jul 17, 2023
When you unexpectedly come across rock during the excavation of your inground pool, it perfectly embodies the essence of the saying, “being stuck...
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Vanessa Petros: Jul 10, 2023
“If I knew then what I know now, I never would've played so nonchalant…” is not just a great Taylor Swift lyric about hindsight; this relatable...
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Vanessa Petros: Jul 5, 2023
When it comes to starting your pool construction project, one important step you need to take is scheduling a dig alert. Dig alerts ensure that...
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Daniela Escudero: Jul 3, 2023
There’s no place like home… especially when you have an ethereal pool on your property.
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 30, 2023
“Well, that escalated quickly,” said everyone but your pool contractor.
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 28, 2023
Information overload is a double-sided coin; more options grant freedom, but endless possibilities make it hard to choose anything earnestly.
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 26, 2023
We live in the age of immediate gratification; we’re barely able to wait for our fresh sushi delivery or for Netflix to drop a new season of Selling...
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 23, 2023
Your pool construction roadmap is paved with regulatory inspections, so sit back and relax while we guide you on the journey!
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 21, 2023
Our stand towards saltwater pools can be summed up with a quick glance at salt’s symbol on the periodic table: “Na.”
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 20, 2023
“Why was the man at the barbecue so happy?”
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 16, 2023
Running on empty: we all know we’re not supposed to do it and yet… we somehow always end up tap dancing on the edge of burnout some weeks.
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 14, 2023
Surprises are overrated; they’re pockets of anxiety delicately wrapped in artisan gift bags.
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 12, 2023
“Dress for success.” A timeless statement predicated upon the sentiment that thoughtful style can serve looks and keep our careers afloat.
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 9, 2023
One-stop shops are glorious. We all flock to the membership warehouses because in one trip, we can pick up car tires, groceries, self-actualization,...
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 7, 2023
Are you getting ready to resurface your pool? Perhaps you’re over the lackluster traditional white plaster and ready for something more luxurious and...
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Vanessa Petros: Jun 5, 2023
To retract or not to retract? That is the question. The context is, well, keep reading.
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Vanessa Petros: May 26, 2023
If a child is missing, check the water first.
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Vanessa Petros: May 15, 2023
EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2023, THE LABDS OF LOS ANGELES REQUIRES ALL NEW BUILDINGS TO BE ELECTRIC BUILDINGS.
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Vanessa Petros: May 12, 2023
April showers bring May flowers… but May is significant for a reason that doesn't involve tulips and poppies; it brings forth the resounding alarm of...
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Vanessa Petros: May 10, 2023
Hindsight is 20/20, but trial and error is too costly in both time and money when we’re talking about investing in a concrete pool. Why learn the...
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Vanessa Petros: May 8, 2023
Does the land on your estate leave much to be desired? Here you are with this massive blank canvas sprawled out on your property. You know you...
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Vanessa Petros: May 5, 2023
Are you getting ready to renovate your pool? Perhaps you’re in the market for a concrete pool and can’t decide between a traditional white plaster...
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Vanessa Petros: May 3, 2023
We all know when it’s time to upgrade our iPhone software; we get a pesky red notification in our settings and endure ten painstaking minutes of...
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Vanessa Petros: Apr 28, 2023
Nature is medicine. At some level, we all know this is true. We haven’t been able to embrace this truth because the responsibilities and time...
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Leviticus Jelks: Dec 16, 2022
It’s almost the end of the year, and for you, a prospective pool buyer, investing in a pool for 2023 gives you so much excitement. However, with the...
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Leviticus Jelks: Dec 14, 2022
When it comes to concrete inground pools, it’s common knowledge that plaster will be involved.
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Leviticus Jelks: Dec 12, 2022
It seems as though California was made for pools. But what about the price?
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Leviticus Jelks: Dec 7, 2022
You’ve spent several years enjoying your concrete pool, but after seeing small signs of wear and tear on the surface, you might start thinking about...
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Leviticus Jelks: Nov 30, 2022
The summer season is over, your pool will not be in use for some time, and the dread of dusting off, dragging, and rolling out that vinyl cover seems...
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Leviticus Jelks: Nov 11, 2022
As the year is drawing to a close, we are already setting our sights on the next summer, especially when it comes to our pools and their design.
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Leviticus Jelks: Nov 9, 2022
There’s more to pool water than just the way it looks. It’s also about how it feels. That all boils down to the type of pool sanitation system you’re...
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Leviticus Jelks: Nov 2, 2022
Deciding what type of inground pool you want for your backyard can be very exciting. No matter what you choose, you’ll be enhancing your home for...
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Leviticus Jelks: Oct 26, 2022
When it comes to enjoying an amazing and challenging workout in our pool, a swim jet system can offer a big boost in turning your backyard oasis into...
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Leviticus Jelks: Oct 14, 2022
If you are thinking of purchasing a home with a pool you could be in for a very special treat. One that can be an added means of enjoyment for you...
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Daniela Escudero: Oct 7, 2022
You will hear about shotcrete and gunite as you learn about concrete pools.
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Leviticus Jelks: Oct 5, 2022
There are a lot of pools in California. There are also just as many pool-building companies.
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Leviticus Jelks: Sep 30, 2022
Have you ever dreamt about swimming in a lake in Michigan and seeing the sparkle of the pebbles on the bottom floor? How about dipping your feet in...
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Daniela Escudero: Sep 28, 2022
Are you someone who’s always dreamt of having a large pool? How about an infinity pool? A Lautner edge pool? Or even a pool with water features and a...
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Leviticus Jelks: Sep 23, 2022
Would you ever go a month without brushing your teeth?
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Vanessa Petros: Sep 16, 2022
You’ve finally convinced yourself to get a pool. There’s enough room in your backyard, and in your mind, you see that one magical space where your...
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Vanessa Petros: Sep 14, 2022
Clean is serene.
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Daniela Escudero: Sep 8, 2022
The day is over, and it's time to say goodbye to your pool after a day filled with fun and splashes. But before you head back inside, you must cover...
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Leviticus Jelks: Sep 7, 2022
If you clicked on this article, you want to know more about grout. Yes, grout.
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Leviticus Jelks: Sep 5, 2022
There is nothing worse for a pool owner than starting on your project and having to immediately stop because something went wrong. To rub salt in the...
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Leviticus Jelks: Sep 2, 2022
These days, a lot of homeowners are looking to enhance the setting of their environment. More specifically, the one main feature which would draw a...
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Leviticus Jelks: Aug 31, 2022
Before the summer started, you had dreams of running out to your backyard and diving into the cool waters of your new inground pool. Visions of...
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Leviticus Jelks: Aug 29, 2022
It has been nearly seven months since your permit to build your pool has been approved. You picked out the tiles, selected your contractors, and...
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Vanessa Petros: Aug 25, 2022
No one likes going through a dry spell, but these types of seasons are particularly troubling when you’re in the market for an inground pool.
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Daniela Escudero: Jun 22, 2022
There’s no denying that the demand for home improvement has increased tremendously since the start of the pandemic. People are investing more time...
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When it comes to constructing a swimming pool, selecting the appropriate builder is a crucial decision. It can determine whether your experience will...
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Daniela Escudero: Jun 12, 2021
Effective July 19, 2021, the DOE aims to reduce energy usage with new pool pump regulatory standards. The Department of Energy has passed a new set...
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Daniela Escudero: May 13, 2021
What to expect this pool season: Factory shutdowns and an unparalleled demand for pool and spa products due to Covid have caused widespread shortages...
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Chlorine-free pools are here to stay… Welcome to Ozone/UV The problems commonly associated with chlorine are almost always the result of water...
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California swimming pools and spas built or remodeled starting in 2018 must have a second safety feature to protect children from drowning. That’s...
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CPSA has scored a couple important victories recently relative to California’s ongoing development of additional water use restrictions as a reaction...
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Construction is over! You regain your backyard and it's time to enjoy your new swimming pool. It is also time to keep up with the maintenance that...
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Vanessa Petros: Jul 10, 2014
You’ve heard the saying that once you learn how to ride a bike, you never forget.
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