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Is Any Backyard Too Challenging for a Fiberglass Pool? Epic Video!

  
  
  

When I first walked into the backyard of Chuck and Kristian Todd in Arlington, Virginia my first thought was, 'If this is going to happen, it'll have to be interesting.'  In the end, it turned out to be quite interesting indeed, as you'll see in the following before and after video. 

Visual Proof that Fiberglass Pools are Stronger than Concrete

  
  
  
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Although this photo might confuse you at first, it's showing a fiberglass display pool at our headquarters here in Warsaw Va. after some serious wind gusts that have been plaguing the state over the last couple of days. What normally is a pool shell on its side with the trailer as its base, mother nature decided to blow it over with some serious force behind it, causing the shell to slam to the  ground.

A Review of Barrier Reef Fiberglass Pools (Pricing, Warranty, and Models)

  
  
  
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Over the years, we at River Pools and Spas have carried a variety of fiberglass pool lines, mainly due to the fact that we’re always looking to stay on the cutting edge of the fiberglass pool industry for our customers and ensure we’re offering them the best products available on the market today.

The Best Inground Fiberglass Swimming Pools/Designs of 2013

  
  
  
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In the past, we at River Pools and Spas have taken the time to recognize the different advances and developments in the fiberglass pool industry over the years, many of which have been the most read articles on this blog to date. So as 2013 is now here, we felt it time to discuss the best inground fiberglass swimming pool designs we’re seeing in terms of functionality and creativity in 2013. Also, as a side note, this article is not about the quality of the included manufacturers, but rather our opinions on their designs. Here goes:

Groundbreaking DIY Fiberglass Pool Video Trains, Educates, and Empowers Pool Shoppers

  
  
  
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Our primary goal here at the River Pools blog has always been pretty straight forward...to empower potential pool owners with the information they need to make their backyard dreams a reality. 

Will a Fiberglass Pool Increase the Value of My Home?

  
  
  
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Often times when homeowners are considering the purchase of an inground swimming pool, they want to know how it will affect the value of their home—which is a very important and legitimate question. Interestingly enough, the type of pool you choose for your backyard will greatly dictate the return on investment for the pool itself.

Fiberglass Pool Pricing in 2013 and Beyond: Where is the Industry Headed?

  
  
  
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We’ve talked extensively about the cost of fiberglass pools here on this blog over the years but as 2013 approaches, I wanted to take a look at where pricing is headed in this industry and what it means for consumers and pool builders as a whole.

What are the Best and Worst Types of Swimming Pools and Why?

  
  
  
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Well, you’re in the market for a swimming pool…Congratulations! Yes, I know, you may be thinking a pool is going to be a lot of work. But these days, it clearly doesn’t have to be, especially if you choose a few options that will make pool ownership much, much easier. In order to help you find the type of pool that will best suite your needs, here are some helpful tips:

What are the Biggest and Smallest Sizes for Fiberglass Pools?

  
  
  
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With the proliferation in growth of the fiberglass pool marketing over the last 10 years here in the United States, consumers are getting more and more options, sizes, and accessories to choose with their fiberglass swimming pool.

5 Ways to Keep Your Pool Algae Free During the August Heat

  
  
  
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Well it's that time of year folks. August is here, vacations are being taken left and right, the heat is on, and for some pool owners, this all can equate to that green thing that makes pool ownership a frustrating experience---Algae.

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