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My first Swimming Pool season in Michigan

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Legendary Escapes Pools

My introduction to the swimming pool industry was a simple one. I was looking for summer work in May 1988. I was home from school between my junior and senior year of college. I was hired on as general labor … Continue reading →

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Custom Swimming Pools in Michigan

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Legendary Escapes Pools

I’ve been involved in the swimming pool industry for 23 years in southeast Michigan. Over the years , I have seen many trends come and go. In those early years for me, we built a lot of very basic swimming … Continue reading →

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Nate Hatfield of Michigan Shotcrete

Posted on October 17, 2011 by sandimaki
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If you've just purchased a home with a pool in Michigan, here's what you will need for spring:

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Ask the Pool Guy

Basic Supply List: If you’re new to the swimming pool world, you might be wondering what you’ll need to get started with your pool. What chemicals should you have on hand? What equipment will you need? Walking into or clicking … Continue reading →

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Now is the time to start planning your swimming pool for construction in Michigan for 2012

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Legendary Escapes Pools

Many homeowners ask what is the best time to start thinking about and designing your swimming pool for summer installation in Michigan. We are starting the here in Michigan, and it is a great time to have our design team … Continue reading →

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When is the right time in Michigan to close a pool?

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Ask the Pool Guy

That’s a great question, and much is up to personal choice. Our service team has been closing swimming pools since mid September, though we aren’t anywhere close to being finished just yet. The majority of pools are closed between September … Continue reading →

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What’s the best type of pool for Michigan’s climate?

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Legendary Escapes Pools

In Michigan we have a freeze thaw cycle that much of the midwest also experiences. Without getting into a weather lesson (though we could, just ask!), we will tell you that because of the freeze/thaw cycle, and the Michigan winter, … Continue reading →

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This winter was hard on swimming pool tile in Michigan…

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Ask the Pool Guy

as our crews have been out on the road opening swimming pools, we’ve noticed some trends. This past winter was very hard on pools in Michigan. A lot of tile has popped off, which is a relatively common occurrence here … Continue reading →

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The Tulips are out in full swing this week in Michigan

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Ask the Pool Guy

It is believed that the first tulips were grown in the United States in the 1850’s near Spring Pond in Salem, MA. The annual return of spring flowers after Old Man Winter’s extended stay, gives us evidence of the power … Continue reading →

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New Pool Service Concept Has 50,000 Michigan Pool Owners Swimming Pretty

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Ask the Pool Guy

New Pool Service Concept Has 50,000 Michigan Pool Owners Swimming Pretty (April 14, 2011) – In any industry, when demand for service outpaces the supply, customers are left with few options and sub-par experiences. Until recently, this basic business tenet … Continue reading →

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