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What Your Pool Company is Really Worth — And Why Many Owners Misjudge It

Most pool company owners think they know what their business is worth, but a closer look at margins, operations and buyer expectations often tells a very different story.

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Introducing the Aboveground Pool Coalition

Manufacturers and industry leaders have united to form a new coalition aimed at strengthening the aboveground pool market through advocacy, education and a more unified voice.

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A Hydrotherapy Home Run

The Cleveland Guardians level up recovery with a new hydrotherapy room — complete with expanded pools, hot and cold plunges, and space for the whole team.

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Pool Privacy in the Big City

Why build a backyard pool when you can have one in your living room? Bangkok’s Pridi 41 House features a sunken second-floor pool that connects indoor living with the outdoors.

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Mythbusters: Fiberglass Edition

We debunk 11 myths today's fiberglass builders wish their customers didn't think they know.

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From Waste to Wonder

When misguided original construction left a new homeowner with a failing pool, this renovation became less about creating a backyard paradise and more about uncovering, and correcting, the sins of the past.

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New Ways to Grow Pool Renovations in 2026

A growing wave of aging pools — and evolving homeowner expectations — is creating a massive opportunity for renovators willing to think beyond basic upgrades and sell the dream of a fully transformed backyard.

This project by Artisan Pools NC in Kitty Hawk, N.C., earned Silver in the Pool Renovations category in the 2025 Awards of Excellence.

This Pool Weathers the Storm

In La Coruña, Spain, the rainy climate became the perfect opportunity to explore unique designs for this commercial swimming pool facility.

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Cover Stories: Understanding Pool Owners' APC Needs

Automatic pool covers become an easier sell when builders focus on safety and how homeowners use their pools.

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The Hidden Costs — And Benefits — Of Cold Weather Construction

There are many benefits to continuing swimming pool construction throughout the colder months.

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Water, Wellness and Wonder

A surreal, multi-sensory water journey blends architecture, wellness and entertainment into a one-of-a-kind luxury experience.

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Brutalist Home With a Gentle Touch

A cave-inspired pool glows at the heart of this fortress-like brutalist home, softening raw concrete with light, water and a surprising sense of warmth.

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