Greg Schulte, Arizona Diamondbacks Radio Announcer chooses Presidential Pools and Spas to build is custom backyard oasis. Presidential Pools and Spas has been building the finest in custom pools and spas for over 20 years. Presidential Pools and Spas takes pride in creating the ultimate outdoor lifestyle for you and your family.

When it comes to building pools, it’s an understatement to say that weather delays are not a popular topic.

However, it’s important to know that before Mother Nature brings you days of sunny poolside fun—she could rain on your construction parade: Unfortunately, weather delays are something that all pool contractors and some of their clients will have to face.

What can be confusing and particularly frustrating for pool buyers everywhere is how delays can be longer than the duration of the inclement weather. In other words: one day of rain does not equal a one-day delay in construction. There are several reasons why.

One is that the ground needs to dry before crews can proceed with certain construction phases; this process of soil drying out usually takes several days or longer.

In cases where rain was unexpected, an excavated pool hole that was awaiting gunite may fully or partially cave in, or it may fill with rainwater. Sometimes, water in a hole like this must be pumped out before the soil can even begin to dry out.

There is also the dreaded domino effect. Typically, pool builders have several or more jobs that are simultaneously under construction. When it showers on multiple pool sites, even a modest downpour can throw a wrench into construction schedules for everyone.

This domino effect even can occur when you would never expect it—it’s the phenomenon known as a “sunshine delay”: Even if a single drop does not fall at your house, a downpour in another part of town may delay crews from finishing work on another pool. This in turn holds up their arrival to work on your pool!

In addition to rain, other weather conditions can sideline progress. For example, pool plaster cannot be applied during gusty winds that could blow sand, leaves, or other debris into the smooth, freshly applied material.

Naturally, weather delays can be trying for anyone waiting for their new Presidential Pool to be completed. Do keep in mind that you and Presidential Pools and Spas will be on the same page regarding your pool’s completion: Like you, they want to finish as soon as possible.

Presidential Pools and Spas will also want to ensure the integrity of the pool structure—even if it means taking longer. Maintaining quality requires that we do not take risks during construction that could adversely impact the end result.

A pool is a major backyard addition. Ultimately, a well-built one will add beauty to your home and give your family years of enjoyment—all making any extra wait well worth it!

James Frabasilio (Far Left) and Family

Presidential Pools and Spas takes pride in servicing the community by helping others who are in need. In addition to sponsoring the Phoenix Salvation Army Kroc Center, James Frabasilio made time to hand deliver presents to local children and Arizona families.  This has been a tradition of the Frabasilio Family with the help of the Chandler Compadres and Boys and Girls Club of the East Valley. Thank you to all who helped and donated! Happy Holidays!

Congratulations to Presidential Pools and Spas Construction Manager Mike Duffy on completing his APSP Certificate Building Professional Program. The Builder Education and Certification Program are designed to create a professional standard of competence within the pool and spa industry, and Presidential Pools and Spas is very proud Mike has reached the highest level of distinction.

Presidential Pools of Gilbert, AZ (Carecraft Member) recently invited Carecraft to tour the completed aquatic facilities at the Salvation Army Kroc Corps Community Center in Phoenix. When Joan Kroc (widow of McDonald’s founder Ray Kroc) died in 2003, she left $1.5 billion dollars to the Salvation Army to complete a project she had begun in San Diego in 1998. By the end of 2012 there will be 24 of these centers opened (with three more on the drawing boards) in the US and Puerto Rico. The video shares a few of the features of this center and the focus on safety for participants. The details in the video show how important safety is to the staff. Presidential Pools and Spas Commercial Division ran by Edward Fletcher made this high-tech project come to life for this special Phoenix community.

Tim Murphy Talks Pebble Radiance Origin

Tim Murphy owner of Presidential Pools and Spas and Carecraft Member, share the inside story on his very successful launch of a new swimming pool finish called Pebble Radiance. In this video Tim tells where it came from, how it is applied and shows the look that has made it so successful for his Arizona based pool construction company. Tim offers Pebble Radiance to customers to add to their pool design at all three offices in Gilbert/Phoenix, Arizona, Surprise, Arizona and Tucson/Marana, Arizona.

Presidential Pools and Spas has teamed up with US Grass and Greens to sponsor the Cups for Pups event to support canines! The American Mustache Institute Arizona Bureau began this annual event two years ago in a friends backyard to pay tribute to a beloved family dog who had passed away due to cancer. What began with about 25 people and a backyard keg in 2010 has blossomed into a public event that last year saw 500 people and raised more than $4,000 for the Valley of the Sun Dog Rescue. This will be the 3rd anniversary of this event and it’s only getting better!

Cups for Pups, held at the dog-friendly Uncle Bear’s Bar and Grill in Chandler, will include a silent auction and raffles, vendor booths, adoption opportunities and a canine-mustache contest. Dogs will be able to lounge on a plot of artificial turf provided by US Grass and Greens or splash in a doggy pool courtesy of Presidential Pools and Spas on the patio. Also a portion of restaurant sales will go to Mayday Pitbull Rescue.

Hope to see you there!

Visit www.Facebook.com/AMIAZB for more details. 

Presidential Patios Showroom

Presidential Patio is a customized casual living boutique, committed to enhancing your outdoor space with personal detail. Our showroom features a wide array of patio furniture, outdoor accessories, rugs, pillows, custom cushions and more.

In continuing to providing customers with exceptional products, we have expanded our Spa Division to their showroom. We have a great new line of Adventure Hot Tubs by Presidential Pools on display and ready for you to take home!

Stop in today and see how we can get you into a relaxing spa TODAY!

Visit Adventure Hot Tubs by Presidential Pools website and build your own custom Hot Tub/Spa.

Spofit Aquatics (Night Shot)

Spofit Pool Under Construction

Presidential Pools is rightfully proud of this commercial pool project.  The pool complex only the second one ever designed specifically for handicap-access was built for the Virginia G. Piper Sports and Fitness Center for Persons with Disabilities (SpoFit) and is a 45,000-square foot, $13 million dollar facility located in Phoenix.  SpoFit chose Ed Fletcher and the Presidential team based on Ed’s 35 years of experience and Presidential’s reputation for success in building complex commercial projects.   The pool was designed with a:  Lap Pool: (30’x 75’) that features an elevator lift, a hydraulic lift and a transfer station for entry. This pool depth ranges from 4’6″-10′ and the deep end of the pool is suitable for scuba training…therapy Pool: (14’x 48’) which features an elevator lift, a hydraulic lift and transfer access.  The therapy pool depth ranges from 3′-5′….Lastly, there is a spa: (14’ x 14’) that offers access with hydraulic lift and transfer access. The spa is 3’ deep and maintained at 102 degrees.

Physical Therapy

Pool Access Rails

Pool Shade

Wheelchair Elevator

Battery Powered Chair Lift

Spofit Aquatics Facility

Carecraft teams up with Tim Murphy of President of Presidential Pools in the Phoenix/Tucson area, shares how their unique “Pool Park” changes the buying experience for potential pool owners. Their company also focuses on energy-efficient products and he shows how those features are beneficial. The company has also moved all of it’s construction in-house as opposed to sub-contractors and he explains how that has improved their products.