{"id":1083,"date":"2023-07-20T06:24:13","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T06:24:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/?page_id=1083"},"modified":"2023-08-08T17:55:23","modified_gmt":"2023-08-08T17:55:23","slug":"blog","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/blog\/","title":{"rendered":"Blog"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull hero-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"237\" src=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/blog-hero-1024x237.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/blog-hero-1024x237.png 1024w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/blog-hero-300x70.png 300w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/blog-hero-768x178.png 768w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/blog-hero.png 1355w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-dark-blue-color has-text-color has-title-font-size\">Let&#8217;s talk pools!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center padding-top-bottom has-dark-blue-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">Already own a pool? Considering installing a pool? <br>Enjoy tips, insights and resources compiled specially for you.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/services\">LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SERVICES<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:75px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"is-flex-container columns-2 wp-block-post-template has-small-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-post-template-is-layout-flow\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-183 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-uncategorized entry\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1046\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"hot-tub\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool-1.jpg 1046w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool-1-300x95.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool-1-1024x325.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool-1-768x244.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1046px) 100vw, 1046px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/why-you-need-a-hot-tub\/\" target=\"_self\" >Why you need a Hot Tub!<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-block-post-excerpt wp-elements-e1987495d7977aa1ad3943e6f50ab872\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">There comes a day when you decide that it is time to focus on the well being of yourself and your family. One of the most valuable investments you can make to help begin healing your mind, body and spirit is a Hot Tub. We all work hard and as we age our body begins&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/why-you-need-a-hot-tub\/\">read more<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-4 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-uncategorized entry\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1046\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool4.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"pool\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool4.jpg 1046w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool4-300x95.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool4-1024x325.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool4-768x244.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1046px) 100vw, 1046px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/top-5-things-to-consider-if-you-are-thinking-about-getting-an-inground-swimming-pool\/\" target=\"_self\" >Top 5 things to consider if you are thinking about getting an inground swimming pool!<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-block-post-excerpt wp-elements-e1987495d7977aa1ad3943e6f50ab872\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">A swimming pool is a large investment that enhances your backyard and brings joy to you and your family. Before making the big decision to purchase an inground swimming pool there are several things that you need to think about. A swimming pool should enhance your outdoor living space and give you a space to&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/top-5-things-to-consider-if-you-are-thinking-about-getting-an-inground-swimming-pool\/\">read more<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-810 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-uncategorized entry\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1046\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool2.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"measuring chlorine\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool2.jpg 1046w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool2-300x95.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool2-1024x325.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool2-768x244.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1046px) 100vw, 1046px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/why-you-need-to-have-your-pool-water-tested-by-a-professional\/\" target=\"_self\" >Why you need to have your pool water tested by a professional.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-block-post-excerpt wp-elements-e1987495d7977aa1ad3943e6f50ab872\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">So you just opened your pool, the water is clear and you think you are good to go\u2026. not quite\u2026. Here are 5 reasons why you need to get a pool water sample to Nicholas Pools today.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/why-you-need-to-have-your-pool-water-tested-by-a-professional\/\">read more<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-813 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-uncategorized entry\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1046\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool6-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"pool image\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool6-1.jpg 1046w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool6-1-300x95.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool6-1-1024x325.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool6-1-768x244.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1046px) 100vw, 1046px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/how-do-i-know-when-it-is-time-to-replace-the-vinyl-liner-in-my-pool\/\" target=\"_self\" >How do I know when it is time to replace the vinyl liner in my pool?<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-block-post-excerpt wp-elements-e1987495d7977aa1ad3943e6f50ab872\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Many of us love going out into the backyard and gazing at our beautiful pool. However there comes a time for every pool owner when their pool no longer looks like new or has issues. A pool liner will not last forever. Being in this industry for over 50 years we are happy to report&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/how-do-i-know-when-it-is-time-to-replace-the-vinyl-liner-in-my-pool\/\">read more<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-818 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-uncategorized entry\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1046\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool3.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"pool image\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool3.jpg 1046w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool3-300x95.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool3-1024x325.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/pool3-768x244.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1046px) 100vw, 1046px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nicholaspools.com\/5-reasons-why-you-need-a-pool-in-your-backyard-now\/\" target=\"_self\" >5 reasons Why you need a pool in your backyard now!<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-block-post-excerpt wp-elements-e1987495d7977aa1ad3943e6f50ab872\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Many people dream of having a pool in their backyard. 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