By Aydan Corkern

 There is nothing more fun in the summertime for most kids than going swimming. If you have kids and a pool at home, you might know how hard it is to keep them out of the water. If you do not have a pool in your own backyard, they might pester you to take them to a local pool or swimming hole. It is a great way to spend time together, but you also want to make sure that is done in a safe manner so it will not end up in tragedy.

If you have a pool at home, there are safety precautions you must follow in order to protect your children. When you have small children, it is recommended that you have a gate around the pool so that toddlers and even kids that might wander into your yard to not fall in and drown. This is one accident that happens far too often when a locked gate and fence could have prevented it. Kids are naturally attracted to the water when they love it and it only takes one slip to fall in over their heads.

Even when you are in attendance, and you always should be when children are in a pool, accidents can still happen. Never allow your kids to run and partake in horseplay around the sides of the pool. Many a concussion or broken bones have happened in this way. Let them know what the rules of the pool are and enforce them stringently.

Children just learning to swim should always wear a life preserver even if they had rather not. Even big kids that know how to swim well could become strangled and go under the water. This is why it is so imperative that an adult always be in attendance. If you allow your kids to swim in a pool or any where else, make sure you know CPR so you do not have to wait on help to arrive should they get hurt in any way.

Out of the water, kids should always have sunblock on to protect them from the sun. Be smart enough to know when a child has had enough sun for one day. Skin cancer can show up years later and sometimes it is deadly. Be a responsible parent when it comes to the fun your kids have outdoors especially when they are playing in the water.

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By John Waters

 Is your pool surface on its last leg? Do you wish you had a beautiful swimming pool that is the envy of friends and guests? This article will provide you with tips on how to get a unique Scottsdale pool redesign or remodel. Whether you’re looking to update an old design or remodel a shabby pool, the following information will be beneficial to you and will help you avoid costly mistakes.

In Scottsdale, swimming pools are a must for any outdoor landscape environment. Whether you like the look of a lush tropical oasis or enjoy taking a dip just to cool off when it’s hot outside, your backyard can be your desert retreat. If you’re like many AZ residents, however, you probably already have a pool. Maybe it was already there when you bought your home or you may have had one put in. If you’re really unlucky, maybe your plans were started and never finished! Regardless of your situation, you could probably use an update and now is the perfect time for a pool redesign or remodel.

Take a long, hard look at your pool. Is it not quite what you’ve always dreamed of seeing when you look at your backyard? Does it have chemical or salt water stains? Are there dust spots on what should be a spotless floor? Do you avoid swimming because of the way it looks? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, keep reading!

A pool redesign or remodel is really as simple as a three-step process: budget, design and implementation. By defining how much you want to spend, planning out what you’d like to see in your design (what you want to get out of your pool) and choosing someone to help you implement your ideas, you’ll be amply prepared when the time comes to start the project.

Did you know? A professionally designed pool, especially those that are surrounded with beautiful landscaping, can dramatically increase the value of your home and provide you with positive return on investment (ROI). Even if you spend just 10-15 percent of your appraised home value you will increase your property value by as much as 20-25 percent.

Now that you have a budget in mind, you’ll want to spend some time defining your unique needs and wants so that you can get the most out of your pool redesign. If you haven’t done so already, spend some time looking through various designs online or in magazines. Check out what your friends and family have done in their yards. Look at textures, color combinations, walkway patterns, lighting, water features, trees, plants and flowers, etc. You may think you know exactly what you want but the more you see, the more ideas you’ll have and the more comfortable you will feel with your final decision moving forward.

Once you have a basic design in mind, you’ll need to choose a professional pool designer in Scottsdale that will work with you on implementing your ideas. There are many factors that go into choosing the right company and you need to prioritize what is most important to you. In addition to things like price and time to completion, you should also take into consideration things like how long the company has been in business, how many workers they employ, if they have received any awards or special recognition in the area, what kind of warranty or guarantees they offer and if they have follow-up or maintenance plans. These things are very important when it comes to choosing a professional pool designer in Scottsdale, so make sure you cover all points. After that, you’ll have a beautiful pool in no time!

John Waters is Principal of Creative Environments Design Landscape, the largest and most respected landscape design company in Scottsdale. Let our team work with you to develop and plan the best Scottsdale pool redesign or remodel that will fit your individual style and budget.

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