September 7, 2026
Frogs in the Pool: Which Frog It Is, and Why That Matters
The frog in your skimmer is probably an invasive Cuban treefrog. UF/IFAS says a well-maintained pool is the actual control — here's why.
Homeowner Resources
Practical guidance for homeowners planning a new build or a remodel, from HOA approval to reading a resurfacing quote.
September 3, 2026
Alligators and Swimming Pools: What FWC Actually Does About It
There is a specific FWC rule for an alligator in your pool, and it is not the one the four-foot threshold implies. Who to call and what happens next.
September 1, 2026
What Summer Rain Actually Does to Your Pool Chemistry
Rain is acidic — EPA puts normal rain near pH 5.6. But acid is not what a Florida wet season really costs you. Dilution is.
August 30, 2026
Well Water and Iron Staining: Test Before You Fill, Not After
Iron is invisible in a glass of well water and permanent on a new pool finish. EPA's staining threshold is 0.3 mg/L — well below anything you'd taste.
August 24, 2026
Gopher Tortoise Burrows: The Permit That Can Stop a Pool Build Before It Starts
A gopher tortoise burrow within 25 feet of your pool excavation needs an FWC relocation permit first. What that means for a Tampa Bay backyard.
August 22, 2026
Florida's Pool Barrier Law: What It Actually Requires of a New Pool
A new Florida pool must have at least one of five safety features to pass final inspection. What section 515.27 lists, and what the barrier itself must do.
August 22, 2026
Four-Sided Isolation Fence or the House as the Fourth Wall?
Both can satisfy Florida's pool safety law. They are not equally safe, and the CPSC says so plainly. What each choice means for a Tampa Bay backyard.
August 17, 2026
Filling a New Pool During a Water Shortage: What the District's Rules Actually Say
Tampa Bay is under a Modified Phase III Extreme Water Shortage. The order restricts irrigation hard — and says almost nothing about filling a pool.
April 8, 2026
Pool Remodeling 101: What Is Delamination — and Why It Matters
What delamination means in pool resurfacing, why skipping it risks your remodel, and the two methods builders use to do it right.
February 3, 2026
Building a Pool in Lake Jovita: Design Ideas, HOA Approval, and What Homeowners Should Know
What to know before building a custom pool in Lake Jovita: popular design features, the HOA approval process, and typical construction timelines.
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