Saturday, January 31, 2015


Wideman Pools, LLC
2565 Hwy 67 So.
Festus, MO  63028
636-931-POOL
 
                                                  Ideas for Landscaping Around Your Pool
                                             

A pergola or arbor is a great way to compliment a backyard living environment or provide some shade to an outdoor kitchen. While many of these structures are fairly easy to build on your own, their real beauty comes with the addition of climbing plants and flowers. Start your poolside landscaping with the help of these beautiful and fragrant pergola plants. 
In no particular order, here are six favorite plants for pergola and arbor cover.

1.     Climbing roses. Traditional and providing a sweet scent, climbing rose varieties offer shade and fragrance. They are a top choice for more traditional gardens.

2.     Honeysuckle. This twining climber will quickly move its way up your arbor or pergola. It provides ample shade once established and offers a sweet smelling bloom that will thrive in semi-shaded areas. Honeysuckle can also thrive when trained with other climbing plants like climbing roses.

3.     Jasmine. This fragrant climber comes in several varieties and is a top choice due to its ability to grow quickly, thrive when trained with other climbing plants, and sweet scented blooms which flower from mid-summer to early fall.

4.     Sweet peas. This sweet smelling fragrant climber produces a beautiful purplish bloom when in season. When in bloom they are potent and can also be cut to be brought in the home so that the sweet smell can fill a room.

5.     Clematis Montana. This climbing plant is very vigorous and will quickly cover the trellis wall of your arbor or pergola. It begins producing beautiful blooms in late spring that have an almond scent.

6.     Wisteria. This cross between a vine and a shrub takes longer to cultivate but it produces beautiful cascading clusters of flowers in a variety of colors that provide a sweet scent and ample coverage for your arbor or pergola. If you select Wisteria you will need to monitor it closely as it can become invasive and heavy, causing damage to your outdoor structure.

When deciding which climbing plant (or plants) to use to cover your arbor or pergola you will want to consider how rapidly you want it to cover your structure, which color blooms you prefer to compliment your outdoor area, and if you prefer a sweet or heady fragrance. You will also want to think about the hardiness of the plant and the amount of sun available.

Now all that’s left is deciding on your favorite plants for your new patio or deck cover. Enjoy!


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Saturday, January 17, 2015


Wideman Pools, LLC
2565 Hwy 67 So.
Festus, MO  63028
636-931-7665

All About Swimming


 
                                                                                                                            

Swimming is one of likable physical exercises. It is also very effective and optimal for your health. Unfortunately, this kind of sport is generally only done in holiday or free time. In the other hand, if you do this sport regularly, you can get numerous benefits from doing it.

No matter what your reason not to do sport, this habit can endanger your health for a long time. The diseases that can come up because of this habit are high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, hypercholesterolemia, and obesity.

According to a research by Harvard University, people who do not do sport actively or do not burn their calories not more than 500 calories per week lean to get heart disease.

Based on the fact, doing sport is a necessity in your life. Doing sport should be your life style. Even, when you swim, almost all your muscles, including the muscle of stomach, arm, hip, thigh, and back side, are involved.

Swimming is also good for people who get obesity, old people, or people who have arthritis. It is because when you swim, your weight is restrained by water, so your body joints are not too heavy to shore up your body.

By swimming, you can be trained to use respiration efficiently. Thus, recognize this kind of sport to your children after-glow, so they will like it. Splashing, wading, and paddling - it must mean a great day in the water. Indeed, swimming is a kind of sport for you who do not like to sweat and swelter.

The author of this article loves swimming. That is why, he writes several articles about pool exercise equipment, which reviews and lists the best resistance exercise equipment for your needs.
 
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Saturday, January 3, 2015


Wideman Pools, LLC
2565 Hwy 67 So.
Festus,  MO  63028

636-931-7665

How to Choose a Pool Builder
Your pool will be an important part of your life and a wonderful investment in your home. So take the time to find just the right pool builder for your lifestyle and your family.

How to start? Ask friends, neighbors and acquaintances to recommend a pool builder they’ve worked with. Check social media and review sites to identify well-regarded builders. And finally, look at builders’ websites to see examples of their work. Once you’ve identified three or four potential builders, start asking questions!

Experience Counts: How much experience building pools does the potential builder have? Some builders have been in the “pool business” for years (retail or service) but have little construction experience. Some have been “in business” (other businesses) for years, but only recently decided to build pools. Ask if they have owned a pool company under another name or if they have owned a pool company in another city or state.

Service vs. Construction: Builders that also provide weekly service contracts will often think of your pool as one phase of a long-term relationship. They may be more motivated to provide great customer service during the building phase.

Keeping you informed: Is the construction team easily contacted and responsive?

References tell the real story: Ask for names of both recent and older customers. Call and ask about the client’s overall experience. Were the issues resolved quickly and without hassle? Would the client use this builder again without hesitation? If possible, see the pool in person.

Safety and Knowledge: Is the potential builder knowledgeable about safety features and are those features part of the pool design? Is the builder familiar with building codes, building standards and best practices? Many jurisdictions have minimal requirements for pool construction, so make sure the builder builds to national standards.

Affiliation matters: Membership tells a story. Businesses that value long-term relationships are more likely to support organizations that seek to improve the whole industry and protect the pool owner. Their success is built not just on their own reputation, but upon the industry reputation as well.

There are several national professional organizations for pool professionals, as well as local business organizations that exist to help builders improve their professionalism. Those organizations include:
  • The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (Regional or National )
  • National Plasterer’s Council (if you are buying a concrete pool)

In addition, there are local groups such as the Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau.

Go with your gut: Once you’ve considered the foregoing factors, how do you feel about working with the builder? Has he or she explained the building process and are you comfortable with it? Have you met the staff that will be in your yard day in and day out?
Finally, here are some “red flags” to watch for as you talk to builders and narrow down the candidates. Avoid those who:

1.  Insist on cash payments
  1. Don’t understand soil characteristics and how they affect concrete structures
  2. Can’t answer questions on drowning prevention
  3. Won’t provide a contract that specifies materials and equipment     
  4. Won’t provide written warranties
  5. Won’t provide proof of insurance

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