Top Backyard Renovation Ideas for 2019

Yes, we get it. There’s snow in the forecast and the ground is still frozen—but that’s not to say it’s too early to start planning for 2019.

If you’re contemplating a backyard renovation project, now is the time to get started. Why? Because it will give you ample time to speak with and interview potential contractors, it will allow you plenty of time to get whatever permits you may need, and you’ll beat the spring rush- which means you’ll be first in line to get your work on the contractor’s schedule.

This can help ensure that the renovation is complete in the spring- which means you’ll be able to enjoy your upgraded outdoor living space in the late spring, summer and fall.

Below are just a few of the hottest trends for 2019.

Upgraded landscape design

If the foliage in your backyard could use an upgrade, you’ll want to reach out to a few local landscapers to see how they can help refresh the look. There are lots of new fresh design concepts that are available and hiring a professional can help you visualize and plan something truly amazing.

Swimming pool install

Swimming pool technology has changed quite a bit since you were a child, which means the days of digging a hole to install a pre-bought, pre-formed pool are in the past. Today, swimming pool designers can come to your home to help you with a custom design. Yes, you can build your swimming pool from the ground up! Do you want a slide? How about a waterfall? Do you want water walls or a fountain? If you can dream it, a designer can help you achieve it.

Wetworks Pool & Spa has been helping local homeowners with custom swimming pool design for years. We’ll be more than happy to share our portfolio with you if you’d like to see some examples of what we can do.

Swimming pool upgrade

If you bought a home that already had a pool but you’re wanting to know if there are ways that you can enhance your outdoor oasis, the answer is yes!

The best way to achieve this is to contact Wetworks Pool and Spa to schedule a time for one of our designers to come to your home. During the appointment, we’ll be able to find out more about what you want, and we’ll be able to asses the space to see what’s possible.

Outdoor lighting

If you’re adding a pool or upgrading what you already have, don’t forget to ask about outdoor lighting. We can even recommend special color-changing LED lighting, which can give your backyard an ambient feel.

Have questions? Call today to learn more

Wetworks Pool & Spa is a local, family-owned and operated company that has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We specialize in custom-designed spas and swimming pools and we also offer pool maintenance services. If you’re wanting to install a new pool or upgrade what’s already there, give us a call today to get started.

Remember- calling now will help ensure the renovation is complete before you open your pool in 2019.

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If you’re thinking about adding a pool to your home in 2019 you may have questions about how long the process will take. For this blog, we wanted to address just that.

It starts with design

The first step when it comes to installing a swimming pool involves working with a designer. When you contact Wetworks Pool and Spa we’ll schedule a time for one of our designers to come to your home. During that time we’ll ask several questions, including what you’d like to use your pool for (recreation, swimming laps, etc), the size you have in mind and whether you’d like install additional features such as a slide, spa or waterfall. If you can dream it we can help you achieve it!

Once the design consult is complete it will take between 1 and 4 weeks to complete the design and collaboration stage.

Permits!

When we have our design, we’ll start on the permitting, which can run between 2 and 6 weeks depending on the municipality where you live. Some municipalities approve permits much faster than others.

Excavation, steel, plumbing and electrical

Once the permits are obtained the next steps can begin. Excavation can take about a week and from there, the electrical and plumbing will need o be laid out. The latter processes can take up to two weeks depending on the complexity of the design.

Gunite, plaster, vinyl and fiberglass

This step can take between 1 and 3 weeks. During this time, the construction will start to look a lot more like a pool. You’ll want to remember that vinyl and fiberglass pool installation will be faster because these types of pools are factory made.

Decking, landscaping and other fun features

When all of this is done, the final stages can begin. If you want to add special landscaping or features (ie: a water slide) now is the time to do it. If you’re wanting to install custom lighting, this will be the time where that would be installed. This part can take between 1 and 2 weeks depending on what you’re looking to have done.

Total time? 8 to 12 weeks

All in all, the average time to install a pool between 8 and 12 weeks. Yes, it can seem like a long time but with the proper planning, construction will be able to start as soon as the ground is no longer frozen.

If you’re interested in adding a pool to your home in 2019, call Wetworks Pool and Spa today to schedule a free, no-hassle design appointment. This will allow you to get a head start on your pool planning and construction and it will also help you beat the spring rush!

Remember, our company has more than two decades of experience in helping homeowners make their swimming pool dreams become a reality. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and we’re more than happy to provide you with local references should you want to speak with some of our prior clients.

Call today to learn why we’re the #1 pool and spa design and installation company in this part of Colorado.

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Homeowners in Denver, Colorado and its surrounding areas understand that winter pool maintenance is an absolute must. A pool that is cared for during the winter will cost less to open once the spring arrives— not to mention that proper maintenance can prevent expensive damage.

For this blog, the experts at Wetworks Pool and Spa wanted to explain the importance of covering your pool, maintaining its equipment and keeping the water chemicals balanced during the winter.

First things first

When you winterize your pool, you’re going to need to cover it. This serves several purposes. First, it will prevent debris (dirt, sticks, leaves, animals, etc.) from making their way into the water during the cold months.

When you add the cover, you’ll want to make sure it’s attached securely. You can’t just drape the cover over the water and be on your way. If you have an in-ground pool, you’ll likely need to use water blocks (or bags) and you’ll want to make sure they are secured properly.

If you notice that debris and/or water begins to collect on top of the pool cover, you’ll want to address that promptly. Be sure to use a vacuum to remove excess water if necessary.

Snow will also need to be removed (most people find they’re able to do this with a rake or a larger broom.) The excess weight can cause more damage than you may think. Most experts agree it’s far easier to remove fresh snow than it is to remove snow that’s allowed to pile up for several days.

Check and maintain parts

Just because you’re not using your pool that doesn’t mean you don’t need to make sure the filter and pool pump are maintained.

The filter, heater and pool pump should all be checked periodically to ensure everything is still working properly. Remember- maintaining your equipment is far easier (and less expensive) than replacing it.

If you’d like help with this, please call our office and we’ll schedule a time for one of our pool maintenance experts to come to your home and give you a helping hand.

Keeping the chemistry

When pool water chemistry falls out of whack, any number of problems can arise. Most people don’t drain their pools during the winter so keeping the water balanced is a priority.

Most pool maintenance companies recommend that your pool chemistry is checked every two months because this can help prevent bacteria and algae from growing. If you’re considering holding onto last year’s chemicals to use when you reopen your pool, you should rethink that decision. Chemicals lose their potency over time, so they won’t be as effective.

Need help? Call Wetworks Pool and Spa today

If you need help winterizing your pool or you’d like us to help with checking your pool equipment and/or maintaining the chemicals in the water during the cooler months of the year,

Call our office today at 720-401-0004 to speak with a pool and spa expert you can trust.

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If you’re like most people you have a basic understanding of algae. It’s green, it’s slimy and it’s definitely not something you want running a muck in your pool.

However—you may not know that there are three types of algae that can turn your beautiful, outdoor relaxation spot into an unpleasant mess.

Black algae

Black algae isn’t so much black as it is a mixture of dark blue-green. If you’ve noticed that dark colored specks (that resemble dirt) have started to appear on the bottom of your pool, this could be a sign that this type of algae is about to take over. If the specks aren’t addressed they will start to grow larger- and once they reach a certain size, the algae will start to reproduce at a very rapid rate.

Black algae will expand quickly over the bottom of your pool and if left unchecked, it will seep into the plaster and concrete base. If the problem becomes significant enough it can actually cause structural damage.

Suffice to say, if you plan on being out of town for an extended period of time, you’ll want to have a pool technician monitor your pool in your absence to make sure this doesn’t happen.

Yellow Algae

Yellow algae grows at a much slower rate than green and black algae, but it tends to be harder to kill off. Yes, you can use a brush to remove the surface layer, but you’ll still need to treat the water with chemicals to make sure what’s left is killed off. Most pool experts agree that super chlorination is the best way to address a yellow algae problem.

Green Algae

Green algae is by far the most common type of algae that pool owners find themselves dealing with. It begins by forming a green slime layer on the surface area of the water. What can’t be skimmed can generally be cleaned with a brush, but that’s no to say you won’t need to treat the water to prevent it from getting worse. Again, if green algae grows unchecked it can take over a pool or spa with rapid speed.

Algae experts

Algae is among the most widespread issues that pool and spa owners deal with and, not surprisingly, it’s a top reason why you may want to consider hiring a professional to help to ensure the problem doesn’t occur.

If you want more information about how Wetworks Pool and Spa can help you clean and monitor your pool next summer, give us a call and we’ll be happy to discuss how we can help you keep your pool and spa looking great.

Our company has more than 20 years of experience in the swimming pool industry.

We have an A+ rating with the BBB and we have a long list of clients that would be happy to provide you with information about the type and level of customer care we provide.

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Summer may be all but a distant memory but that’s not to say you shouldn’t still read up on the types of things that can impact your pool once it reopens.

When it’s warm outside there are few things that are better than a game of frisbee and a dip in the water. A pool is a great place to get exercise, to play games and to spend time with your family. It’s also the perfect place to cool off with a cold, frosty beverage after a long day at work.

You may understand the importance of keeping up on the maintenance for the filter along with the importance of keeping your pool chlorinated—but you may not be aware of the types of issues that rainwater can cause.

When you add extra water to your pool, either intentionally or because water is falling from the sky you should keep in mind that it will mess with your pool’s chemistry.

Not only can the water cause unsanitary conditions (ie: if you have runoff from the yard that winds up in the pool), it can also make it look dirty and unpleasant.

Debris and algae

When it rains, and the water chemicals fall out of whack, you could find yourself dealing with an algae bloom, which is as much of a pain to fix as it is unsightly. Algae spores are far more prevalent in the air than you may think, and they are always seeking out ponds of standing water.

Suffice to say, your pool is a prime target.

If the spores make their way into your pool and you aren’t diligent about maintaining the pool’s chlorine and pH levels, you may find yourself dealing with a green pool.

There’s also the matter of other debris, such as leaves, sticks and dirt. When a rain storm hits there are any number of contaminants that could find their way into the pool.

If you don’t clean the debris out, it could start to break down and decompose—and if you have both contaminants in your water, and algae, you’ll want to hire an expert to help you get things back on track.

The algae will need to be killed at a faster rate than it’s able to reproduce!

Suffice to say, keeping your pool’s chemical levels stable is paramount if you want to continue to enjoy it without interruptions.

Pool and spa experts you can trust

Wetworks Pool and Spa has been helping homeowners in the Denver metro area with all of their pool and spa needs for years.

If you’d like us to help you reopen your pool next year, give us a call. Or, if you find yourself in a position where your outdoor oasis has been taken over by algae, we can help with that too! Our company also offers several regular pool maintenance packages that you may be interested in.

For more information on our company and/or the types of things we can assist you with, call today at 720-401-0004.

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Yes, we understand that Labor Day just passed and it’s not even Halloween yet, but if you’re tossing around the idea of installing a pool in 2019, it’s never too early to start planning.

One of the key benefits of starting early is that you’ll get all the design and planning out of the way before the spring thaw- which means construction will be able to start as soon as the weather permits.

There are a number of benefits associated with installing a pool in Littleton. Below are just a few of the reasons you may benefit from the decision.

Say good bye to bathroom lines at public pools

When you have your own pool, you won’t need to worry about loading up the family and driving from point A to point B to enjoy a swim. You won’t need to worry about buying a bottle of over-priced sunscreen from the vending booth if you’ve forgotten yours at home.

You also won’t need to drive around to find parking and you can say good bye to lines at the restroom. Having your own pool comes with many conveniences.

Speaking of convenient…

When you own a pool, you’ll have the added benefit of being able to walk outside and jump into the water whenever you want. If you’ve had a long day at the office, or you’ve been hiking all afternoon and you’d like wind down by taking a quick swim, you can do that! If it’s especially hot at night and you’d like to take a quick dip before bed, your pool will be mere steps away.

It’s a great way to spend time with your family

Between work schedules, kids’ sports and after school activities, field trips and all of your other responsibilities, it can be hard to schedule quality time with your spouse and kids. Yet when you have a pool, you may find that your children will want to spend more time at home. The memories that you’ll make on those days will last a lifetime.

Swimming is a great low-impact exercise

Swimming is a great workout. Not only can it tone your arms and legs, it’s low-impact, which means you won’t need to worry about aching ankles or knees. If you’re wanting to get more cardio in, but the idea of driving to the gym to do it isn’t all that attractive, a pool may be a great solution.

Your home’s value will increase

A final benefit of installing a pool at your Littleton, CO home is that it will increase the resale value of your home. (Industry experts say that a well-kept pool can add 5 to 10 percent to a home’s sale price). It’s also worth mentioning that homes that have in-ground pools tend to sell faster than those that don’t.

Swimming pool experts in Littleton

If you’d like more information about our custom swimming pool services or you have questions about the steps you’ll need to take to ensure your 2019 swimming pool can be installed before next summer, call Wetworks Pool and Spa today at 720-401-0004 to learn more.

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We recently received a call from a local homeowner who expressed interest in installing a pool next spring. Her primary question surrounded the differences between saltwater pools and chlorine-based pools.

Since this is a question we tend to get rather frequently, we thought we’d take a minute to address the query in a blog.

The basics of a chlorine pool

This is by far the most common type of swimming pool that we install in Denver, CO and its surrounding areas. This type pool is generally kept clean through the use of chlorine tablets.

Not only do they help disinfect the water, chlorine tablets also help prevent algae from blooming. Tablets are sometimes added to an external feeder (the external feeder is generally installed in close proximity to the swimming pool) and other times, they’re placed in a floating device that’s placed in the water.

A floating dispenser can be purchased for $10 to $30 dollars, but you’ll want to keep in mind that this option is best for people who own small-sized pools.

If you have a large pool, you’ll be better served by installing an external feeder, since this will allow for better chlorine distribution. External systems can span between $50 and $250.

Most people find that chlorine pools are easy to maintain, so long as they remember to keep a stock of chlorine tablets in a backyard shed or in the garage.

The basics of a saltwater pool

A key thing to remember, is that just because it’s “saltwater-based” that doesn’t mean the pool is chlorine-free. Instead of adding tablets, this type of system uses a special type of machine that helps to convert the salt that’s in the water into chlorine.

You’ll also want to keep in mind that the cost to purchase a chlorine generator can span between $500 and $3,000, depending on your needs. The salt cells in the pool will also need to be replaced every few years; this can cost between $200 and $700, on average.

Saltwater pools have become increasingly popular in the past two decades, but some people find that they’re cost prohibitive.

Annual costs

The average annual cost for chemicals for a saltwater pool may be relatively inexpensive (most people find they pay less than $100 per year), but since they tend to use a lot more energy, this can lead to upticks in your monthly electric bill.

The average annual cost for chemicals for a chlorine pool can run between $300 and $800, depending on the size of your pool.

Pool experts in Denver

If you’re thinking about adding a pool to your Denver, Colorado home and you have questions about the pros and cons of a chlorine pool versus a saltwater pool, we’re happy to help.

Call Wetworks Pool and Spa today at 720-401-0004 to speak with a local customer service representative. Or, if you’d like to schedule a time for us to come to your home to provide you with a no-cost installation estimate, we’re happy to help with that too! Call us today to get started.

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Yes, it may be October, but it’s never too soon to start planning for a custom in-ground pool, especially if you’re thinking of adding one to the yard of your Denver, CO home during the spring of 2019.

Wetworks Pool and Spa has years of experience in helping Northern Colorado homeowners with all of their swimming pool design and swimming pool maintenance needs.

Our company can help both residential and commercial clients with custom pool design services; if you can imagine it, we can help you build it!

We’ve helped design and install countless chlorine and salt-water pools; if you’d like more information about infinity edge pools, we’ll be happy to take as much time as needed to answer your questions and address your concerns.

Our designers are available to assist you with your project, large or small. Call us today at 720-401-0004 to learn how Wetworks Pool and Spa can help make your swimming pool and/or spa dreams a reality.

Pool maintenance in Denver, CO

One of the most important things to keep in mind when you install a swimming pool is that you’ll need to maintain it. If you travel frequently or you’d simply like someone to help you keep your pool clean an algae-free, Wetworks Pool and Spa can help.

Our company provides the following services:

Chemical implementation and chemical balancing
We can help you maintain and adjust filters and motors as needed
We’ll inspect and examine your filters and other mechanical components
Our technicians will brush the walls of your pool and empty your skimmer baskets
Examine and/or adjust auto cleaning systems
We can help clean cartridge filters and backwash sand filters
And many other types of services…

Regardless as to whether you’re interested in having us out on weekly, monthly or quarterly basis, we’re here to help. If you want to set up an account, we can help you with that. Or, if you’d prefer to pay as you go, we can help you with that, too. It’s our goal to provide each and every one of our clients with solutions that meet their individual needs.

Trusted swimming pool and spa service provider in Denver

Wetworks Pool and Spa has been serving clients in Denver, CO for more than two decades. Since that time, we’ve become the most reputable swimming pool design, swimming pool maintenance and spa install/maintenance companies in the region.

We have an A+ accreditation with the Better Business Bureau and we’re committed to providing our clients with the highest levels of customer care and customer satisfaction as possible.

If you’re thinking about adding a swimming pool or spa to your Denver, CO home in 2019, call Wetworks Pool and Spa today to schedule a time for one of our design specialists to come out to your home. Remember, the sooner you start planning, the better!

For more information on our company, the types of services we provide or to schedule a free design consultation, call us today at 720-401-0004 to learn more.

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Hi. My husband and I are wanting to spruce up the area around our pool and we’re interested in adding some landscaping. The problem is that we have no idea what types of plants/ trees we should use. Can you give us a little advice? Thanks! — Gina L.

This is a pretty common question, and yes, there are plants that are better suited for use in around-your-pool landscaping.

For example, you’ll want to steer clear of plants that have aggressive roots (ie: river birches and willow trees) because the roots can cause damage to the pool shell. If you’re interested in planting a few trees, you’ll want to make sure they won’t take over the yard. It’s also a good idea to plant them a bit farther away from the pool.

You’ll also want to pay attention to which parts of your pool area get direct sun—if you plant big trees this can significantly alter the sunlight levels in parts of your yard.

If you’re interested in adding some plants, you’ll want to find some that fit in the space you’re looking to add color to, and you’ll also want to choose plants that do well in the sun pattern that hits that space.

A third thing you’ll want to take into consideration relates to the plant size. Namely, how big is it going to get? If you’re thinking about adding trees, you’ll want to keep in mind that the tree will look much different in 10 years than it will the day you put it into the ground. Plan accordingly!

Lastly, if you want to add some color but you don’t have too much space for planting, you can always opt for potted plants. Potted plants are great because they won’t get too big, you won’t need to worry about their roots damaging the shell of your pool, and you can move them from one side of the yard to the other with relative ease.

Our final piece of advice, is that you should choose plants that match your climate, will create minimal debris (ie: you don’t want to have plants or flowers that will shed a lot of pollen/leaves/flower petals, because all of that can wind up in your pool) and that will match the overall aesthetic of your yard.

Pool and spa experts in Denver, Colorado

Regardless as to whether you currently have a pool, or you’re interested in exploring your options for adding a pool next summer, the experts at Wetworks Pool and Spa are here to help.

When it comes to custom spas and swimming pools, if you can dream it, we can help you achieve it.

We take pride in the work we do, and we’re committed to making sure that each and every one of our clients has the best customer care experience as possible.

For more information on how our designers can help you create your dream pool, call our office today at 720-401-0004 to speak with one of our friendly Denver-based team members.

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Owning a pool is a wonderful thing. When you have a pool you have a wonderful place to gather with friends and family, and you have a relaxing oasis in your yard to help you unwind after a long day at the office.

At the same time, pools need to be cared for. This means more than just testing the chemicals and adding chlorine as needed.

In a previous blog we talked about the steps you’ll need to take to prepare your pool for the winter. For this post, we wanted to address some of the warning signs that indicate you may need to re-plaster your pool next spring.

The basics

Plaster pools are built using a soft surface material, and as you can imagine, since that material is in constant contact with your pool’s chemicals, those chemicals can begin to degrade that material over time.

If you’ve noticed that you have a lot of roughness (or pits) on the surface of the pool (to the extent that it looks like it’s really taken a beating), it may be time to re-plaster your pool.

When you swim in a pool that has a smooth finish you’ll be far less likely to scuff the bottoms of your feet. Re-plastering your pool can help increase your enjoyment of your backyard escape.

Stains

In our blog post about winterizing your pool we talked about the importance of removing debris before you cover it for the winter, because if the debris sits on the bottom of your pool for months on end, it’s bound to stain the plaster.

Some staining will be inevitable (this is especially true if your pool’s chemicals are improperly balanced for a period of time), however, if the stains are getting out of hand and acid washing them just isn’t cutting it anymore, it may be time to consider re-plastering it.

If you’re renovating your decking or landscaping around your pool, this may be the time to re-plaster it

If you’ve decided the area around your pool is due for a major renovation and the plater in your pool is starting to look a bit worn, this would be an ideal time to kill all the proverbial birds with one stone.

Not only will this give your backyard a full facelift, it can also increase the value of your home (which is especially important if you’re considering putting it on the market in the next year or two.)

Call Wetworks Pool and Spa today to learn more

If you’d like more information about the timelines involved with emptying and re-plastering your pool or you have questions about whether it’s time to re-do yours, we can help.

At Wetworks Pool and Spa we have more than two decades of experience in helping Colorado homeowners with this very issue.

For more information about our company or to schedule a time for one of our team members to come to your home to provide you with a free estimate, call us today at 720-401-0004 to get started.

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