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At Pool Pros our goal is to help educate potential pool owners so they can make the best decision when it comes to purchasing their swimming pool, regardless of type or whom they buy it from. Check out these great articles to help you along your pool shopping journey!
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Why Choose a River Pools and Spas Fiberglass Pool?
When researching fiberglass pools more often than not one of the first names you come across is River Pools and Spas. For good reason. What makes River Pools interesting is that the company didn’t start out as a manufacturer at all.
mike
Mar 263 min read


The #1 Question to Ask when Installing a fiberglass Pool in Door County, WI
In Door County, bedrock isn’t a surprise—it’s a known condition. And any reputable pool builder should be planning for it before excavation ever begins. Lets dive into why this is the #1 Question to ask when installing a fiberglass pool in Door County, WI.
mike
Mar 203 min read


Installing Fiberglass Pools in Door County
In Door County, shallow limestone bedrock isn’t a possibility—it’s the expectation. And that changes everything about how a pool is installed. Let’s break it down.
mike
Mar 204 min read


Installing Fiberglass Pools in Appleton, WI
Installing a fiberglass pool in Appleton isn’t just about the pool—it’s about how the installation matches the local soil and site conditions.
And in the Fox Valley? Those conditions can vary more than you might expect. Let’s break the process of installing fiberglass pools in Appleton, WI.
mike
Mar 204 min read


Installing Fiberglass Pools in Howard & Suamico, WI
If you’re planning a fiberglass pool in Howard or Suamico, there’s something working in your favor that many homeowners don’t realize: Your soil.Unlike areas with heavy clay or shallow bedrock, much of Howard and Suamico is known for: Sandy, free-draining soil And at first glance, that sounds like a perfect scenario. In many ways—it is. But here’s the truth most pool companies won’t tell you
mike
Mar 204 min read


Installing Fiberglass Pools in Wausau, WI
If you’re planning a fiberglass pool in Wausau or anywhere in Central Wisconsin, you’re probably thinking about:
Pool design
Budget
Timeline
But there’s one factor that will impact your project just as much—if not more: What’s in the ground.
Because here’s the truth most pool companies won’t tell you: In Central Wisconsin, the soil conditions can be some of the most challenging—and most misunderstood—in the Midwest
mike
Mar 204 min read


Installing Fiberglass Pools in Green Bay, WI
The ground your pool sits in has a direct impact on how it’s installed, how it performs, and how long it lasts. And in the Green Bay area? Soil conditions can change dramatically from one neighborhood to the next. From:
mike
Mar 204 min read


The Pros and Cons of Automatic Pool Covers
An automatic pool cover is one of the most valuable upgrades you can add… but only if it fits your pool design, budget, and expectations.
Otherwise? It can become an expensive feature that doesn’t deliver what you thought it would.
Let’s dive into the pros and cons of automatic pool covers.
mike
Mar 204 min read


The Pros and Cons of Rectangular Pools
Rectangular designs have taken over.But here’s the truth most pool companies won’t tell you:
Rectangular pools aren’t popular just because they look good—they’re popular because they work better for how most people actually use their pool. That said… They’re not perfect for everyone. Let’s break down the pros and cons of rectangular pools.
mike
Mar 204 min read


The Pros and Cons of Heat Pumps
A heat pump is not the best option for everyone—it depends heavily on your climate, expectations, and how you use your pool. Let’s break it down the pros and cons of heat pumps.
mike
Mar 194 min read


The Pros and Cons of Fiberglass Spas
If you’re planning an inground pool, there’s a good chance this question has come up:
“Should we add a spa?”And more specifically: “Is a fiberglass spa like the River Pools SS08 worth it?”
At first glance, it feels like an easy yes:
mike
Mar 194 min read


The Pros and Cons of Freeform Pools
If you’ve been researching inground pools, there’s a good chance you’ve come across what’s called a freeform pool. You know the look:
Curved edges
Softer, more natural shape
Less “boxy” than a rectangle
And for many homeowners, that’s exactly what draws them in.
But here’s the truth most pool companies won’t tell you: Freeform pools are chosen for how they look—but they should be chosen based on how they function. Because while they can be beautiful, They’re not always the be
mike
Mar 194 min read


The Pros and Cons of Diving Pools
Diving pools are one of the most misunderstood—and often impractical—choices in today’s market.
That doesn’t mean they’re bad. It just means they’re very specific in who they’re right for.
Let’s break it down.
mike
Mar 194 min read


The Pros and Cons of Plunge Pools
If you’ve been looking into inground pools but keep running into one problem…
“I don’t have the space (or budget) for a full-size pool.”That’s where plunge pools come in—especially models like the River Pools N16. At first glance, they seem like the perfect solution:
Smaller footprint
Lower cost
Clean, modern design
But here’s the truth most pool companies won’t tell you:👉 A plunge pool is either exactly what you need… or completely wrong for how you plan to
mike
Mar 194 min read


Why the River Pools A Series Might Be the Right Fiberglass Pool for You
If you’ve been researching fiberglass pools, you’ve probably come across the River Pools A Series.
At first glance, it’s easy to see the appeal:
Clean, rectangular design
Built-in tanning ledge
Open swim space
Modern look
mike
Mar 195 min read


The Pros and Cons of Flat Bottom Pools
If you’re planning an inground pool, one of the biggest design decisions you’ll make is this:
👉 Flat bottom pool or deep end pool? And while most people focus on shape or size first…
This choice has a bigger impact on how you’ll actually use your pool than almost anything else.
Because here’s the truth: 👉 A flat bottom pool is either exactly what you want… or something you’ll regret long term. So let’s break it down—honestly.
mike
Mar 194 min read


The Pros and Cons of Tanning Ledge Pools
If you’ve been researching inground pools—especially fiberglass models like the River Pools D Series, L36, I Series, X36, or C Series—you’ve probably noticed one feature showing up again and again:
👉 The tanning ledge (also called a sun shelf or Baja shelf)
And at first glance, it looks like a no-brainer. Chairs in the water.Kids splashing safely.A place to relax without fully swimming. But here’s the truth most pool companies won’t tell you:
mike
Mar 194 min read


Pros and Cons of Roman Style Pools
Roman-Style Inground Pools - Pros, Cons, and What Nobody Tells You If you’ve been researching fiberglass pools, chances are you’ve come across the Roman-style design —especially models like the L36 from River Pools . And at first glance, it makes sense why people are drawn to it. It ’ s clean… symmetrical… timeless. But here’s the truth most pool companies won’t tell you: A Roman-style pool is one of the most misunderstood pool shapes on the market. So in this article, we’
mike
Mar 194 min read


Who is Pool Pros?
Pool Pros didn’t begin in a boardroom or as a corporate expansion. It started the way most good things do in the Midwest—with hard work, long days, and a commitment to learning the trade from the ground up.
Before Pool Pros became a company, it was years of experience.
mike
Mar 184 min read


Where Should I Put My Pump and Filter System?
Your pool equipment may not be the most glamorous part of your backyard, but it’s one of the most important components of your entire pool system.
And where it’s located can impact everything from energy efficiency and maintenance access to the overall appearance of your backyard.
mike
Mar 173 min read
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