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Archive for February, 2012

This ‘extra step’ is not something that is required, however it is highly recommended to ensure that homeowners receive the best quality swimming pool and deck. Treasure Pools and Services hire a certified engineer who comes out to your home and tests not only the density of your soil, but also what your soil is composed of. This engineer completes these tests with a machine that measures the soil density.

Homeowners need to utilize this service when building a pool in order to best prevent damage on decks. Craig Cohen, owner of Treasure Pools, tells his clients during each visit that ‘if this procedure is not completed before construction, then you could possibly run into problems down the road such as deck damage.’ Now, this is not something that will necessarily affect the swimming pool itself, but could result in a very costly repair for the deck. This process is also important for plumbing because the soil is where the pipes are laid. If the dirt sinks, then the pipes can sink which could result in leaks in the plumbing.

Now the question that you may be asking yourself, what is soil compaction?

Soil compaction is defined as the method of mechanically increasing the density of soil. In construction, this is a significant part of the building process. If performed improperly, settlement of the soil could occur and result in unnecessary maintenance costs or structure failure. Almost all types of building sites and construction projects utilize mechanical compaction techniques.

So you are deciding if you want to build a swimming pool or not? Where do you start? Well, the first thing to do is find a reliable swimming pool contractor that will be able to provide you with the most up to code and best quality product. There will always be scam artists out there, but you can do a little bit of your own research to ensure that you receive the most honest services. First off, you should make sure that your swimming pool provider is able to show you proof of their CPC (Certified Pool Contractor) state license. These licenses are obtained through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). There are three types. First, CPC-Commercial (class A), next CPC- Residential (clas B) and lastly a CPC- Service (class C).

How Do I Check For A Florida Contractor License

In this online listing by DBPR, you can view which services require a State of Florida license. http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/pro/division/Servicesthatrequirealicense_Construction.html These items are offered as examples of services you do need to hire a person with a Florida license and services you do not need to hire a person with a Florida license. The list is not all inclusive.

Craig Cohen of Treasure Pools and Services Inc. ensure that each of his clients receive the most reliable service from him and all of the third-[arty contractors that he works closely with. Craig is not a rookie in the swimming pool game and has been in business for more than 20 years. In fact, Craig challenges you to ask any of his previous clients about his company and the satisfaction of their swimming pool. You can view some of Treasure Pool’s past testimonials directly on their website at: http://www.treasurepoolsfl.com/Pool_Construction_Customer_Testimonials.html.

Treasure Pools and Services also offers attractive financing options.

Do you know an extraordinary public health official or department? If so, now is your time to acknowledge them! The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals is now accepting nominations for the 2012 Dr. Neil Lowry Memorial Award. The award will honor and provide $5,000 to a public health official or department that has have made outstanding contributions to advance the public’s healthy and safe use of recreational water. It is awarded to support educational, technical, and operational activities of individuals and departments.

The award is given in memory of Dr. Neil Lowry, a long‐time member of APSP, who influenced the pool and spa industry for over 25 years as a consultant to government and private industry.

Safety and health are huge factors that the swimming pool industry recognizes. Treasure Pools and Services Inc. supports these beliefs and educates each of their clients with the most up-to-date safety and legal requirements. Be sure to not only learn this information, but to share it with your family and friends. You never know when accidents can happen and there are usually minor things that could have been done to prevent them.

Our public companies and organizations are doing a great job recognizing and awarding these individuals or groups that have gone above and beyond. We hope to keep reading these types of posts and sharing them with you all!

Nomination forms are available online at APSP.org/lowryaward. Nominations must be received by Bernice Crenshaw, APSP Director, Technical & Standards, by April 16, 2012. Winners will be selected by May 1, 2012. Visit www.apsp.org for more information.