Custom Pools: Tailored Designs for Your Dream Outdoor Oasis
Montgomery County’s Custom Pool Creations: Dive into Luxury
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Dreamscape
When you choose us, you are selecting a full service pool and landscape design/build firm. That means that you are choosing a specialist in creating beautiful, functional, outdoor environments that fit your home and your lifestyle. It’s tempting to hire a pool-only contractor, but we encourage you to call us instead. While a swimming pool contractor will sell you a pool by itself, our designers will work with you to create a beautiful and functional landscape with a pool as a focal point. We will look at the ways your family uses your home and outdoor living space and will custom-design a plan that fits your usage and budget.
Our expertise in pool design taps into our professional CAD (Computer Aided Design) experience for your project. We will produce scaled drawings of how your in-ground swimming pool design will look in your space, to help you to visualize your finished project. As a locally owned and operated company, we use only high-quality materials that produce a high-quality finish that lasts.
As a full service landscaper, we also have the know-how to complete your entire landscaping project, from masonry to pool design and construction. If you’re incorporating your new inground pool into a true outdoor living area, we can also install a new outdoor kitchen to create the perfect outdoor entertainment venue.
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Your Swimming Pool Project
Pool Design
Shape – closely related to size, this variable will depend on how you intend to use your new pool. It’s hard to swim laps when you don’t have a straight-away anywhere in sight!
Location – do you want your pool to be the focal point of your outdoor living space, or do you want it to complement an existing entertainment area? If you have a patio and outdoor kitchen, you might want your pool deck to flow from this area. Or, you might prefer to set your pool away from the traffic on your patio or deck.
Steps – how do you want to get in and out of your pool?
Depth – What special features are you thinking about? Waterfalls, fountains, and lighting can all affect your pool design.
Finishes – your choice of color and texture on the finished surfaces can dramatically impact the look and feel of your pool.j
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Our Pool Construction Process
Our goal is simple: to create beautiful, functional custom landscapes and pools that exceed our clients’ expectations. Our expertise. Your ideas. The result? A backyard of your dreams.
Deciding how to landscape the area surrounding your pool is another design element that Blue Tree can help with. We consider your pool installation in the broader context of creating an outdoor living space that suits your needs. That’s where we differ from most pool contractors. Landscaping around your pool comes with some special considerations. For example:
After deciding to install an inground pool, planning your pool design will become an obsession! Think about some of the elements you’ll need to consider… Size – do you want to swim laps or are just looking to cool off on a hot day? Will your children be inviting the neighborhood to swim every day? Would a sport pool (shallow at both ends and deeper in the middle) fit your lifestyle? Then, there’s the practical consideration…how much space to you have to work with?
What can happen if the plaster doesn’t cure?
The secret to the long life of any pool surface is properly maintained water chemistry and appropriate surface care. Improper water balance will destroy any pool surface and can be especially harmful to new plaster surface as well as the equipment. If it is not maintained properly, the new plaster will be rough and staining/discoloration will occur.
Scale:
Scaling and blotchy pool finish will occur when your PH level rises. It is very important to maintain a low PH level during the first two years. Scaling is not covered under warranty.
The following is normal with pool finishes:
One final note. Make sure that your design plan includes fencing. While fencing is a practical safety concern – and legally required – a pool fence can be incorporated into your landscaping plan to add beauty as well as security to your outdoor environment. We can show you how!
To keep your pool repairs to a minimum, make sure that you develop and follow a maintenance routine.
Chemicals – check your chemical levels regularly and adjust your chemical applications accordingly. When adding chemicals:
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Dry chemicals – pre-mix into a 5-gallon bucket of water to dissolve prior to adding to water. ALWAYS add water in bucket first then add chemicals. DO NOT put chemicals in then add water.
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Always add chemicals into the deep end of the pool– liquid or dry – Add products as close to the water as possible to prevent splashing, and as far away from walls.
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Run filter for 6-8 hours to allow for chemicals to mix into water.
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Don’t add chemicals just in one spot. Move around and disperse equally.
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Follow all instructions on the products you add to the pool.
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Frequently Asked Pool Ownership Questions
To start the process, contact Blue Tree Landscaping for an initial consultation. We’ll discuss your needs, preferences, and budget to create a custom pool design. After agreeing on the design, we handle all permitting and scheduling to begin construction.
The timeline for building a pool typically ranges from 6 to 12 weeks based on receipt of permits and depending on the complexity of the design and weather conditions.
Pool construction costs vary widely based on design, size, materials, and additional features. On average, you can expect to invest between $60,000 to $120,000 and above for a custom in-ground pool.
Yes, we specialize in designing custom pools that fit small or irregular backyards. Our design team will work with you to maximize your space and create a functional and beautiful pool area.
We offer a comprehensive warranty that includes a structural warranty of up to 10 years and a 1-year warranty on pool equipment and finishes.
Yes, we offer several financing options to help make your pool project affordable. Our financing partners provide competitive rates and flexible payment plans.
Maintaining your new pool involves regular cleaning, balancing water chemistry, and inspecting equipment. We provide detailed maintenance guides and offer professional pool maintenance services.
Absolutely. We offer eco-friendly options such as energy-efficient pumps, solar heating systems, and saltwater chlorination to reduce environmental impact and operating costs.
Beyond pool construction, we offer pool renovation, maintenance, and repair services. We can also design and build outdoor living spaces, such as patios and kitchens.
Yes, we provide comprehensive landscape design and installation services to complement your new pool and enhance your outdoor living area.
