How to Enjoy the Outdoors While Social Distancing
Earlier this month, Pennsylvania’s Governor ordered a stay-at-home mandate through the end of April to flatten the curve of the Coronavirus through social distancing. People are instructed to only travel for necessary and life-sustaining needs like groceries and medical appointments. Fortunately,…
Summer 2020: There's never been a better time to have a swimming pool
With the start of a new decade, it’s safe to say we all had a bright outlook on what 2020 would bring. What any of us could not possibly have anticipated was a spring and (now possibly) summer spent in quarantine with kids out of school a whole 2+ months early. With all that has transpired, our…
What You Need to Know About Building an Indoor Pool
When a homeowner wants to build an indoor pool (especially in the Northeast), it’s often so that they can enjoy it year-round. And that might be a good reason to do it, especially if the client is a competitive swimmer or training enthusiast. Other times, it is for health or therapy reasons…
10 Myths About Custom Gunite Swimming Pools - Debunked!
1Once you decide you want something, like the convenience and luxury of having your own swimming pool, there are few things that can hold you back. Many of these things prove to be myths or misconceptions once you pull back the curtain and learn the truth. This is exactly what we’re going…
4 Mistakes to Avoid When Designing Your Swimming Pool
It’s hard to imagine that there are truly “bad” swimming pool trends or designs that could offset the luxury and convenience (not to mention fun!) of owning your own swimming pool. And in our experience, there are not that many at all! We live by the philosophy of “to each their own.” That’s the…
3 Things Aquavisions Does Differently Than Most Pool Companies
When someone asks, “What does Aquavisions do?” the simple answer is we build custom gunite swimming pools. But is that all we do? Not even close! It’s a little (a lot) more complex than that. Why? Because so much goes into a custom swimming pool – and it all starts with having a relationship with…
Unique Fire Features for Your Custom Pool
Outdoor fire features have become one of the hottest trends in pool design. It’s no surprise why. Having elements of fire combined with elements of water makes your backyard space feel like a high end resort that can be enjoyed throughout the day and long into the night. What’s important to keep in…
Key Things to Know About Your Pool’s Pump and Filtration System
Your pool’s pump and filtration system is essential to circulating and maintaining great water quality. One of the best investments you can make in your pool is purchasing good quality equipment, suited to the size and needs of your pool. Too small, or too large of a pump and filtration system will…
Project Highlight: Aquavisions Creates Custom Gunite Spa with Outdoor Living Area
It takes time to create a masterpiece. In fact, the concept for this Central Pennsylvania custom gunite pool was about seven years in the making! But as you can see, the end result was well worth the wait. The story behind this particular pool is quite interesting. By how natural the pool and…
What Are the Benefits of a Custom Gunite Swimming Pool?
Owning and maintaining a gunite swimming pool is different from any other type of swimming pool. As you research swimming pool options for your backyard, you’ll come across the main types of swimming pools and the materials and processes required for each. When it comes to gunite, you’ll quickly…