Kevin Shipp, Author at Grand Vista Pools

Thinking Beyond Just an Outdoor Kitchen

After a busy day at the office or staying home with the children, you need a place to relax and unwind. A vacation is a great way to do that, but what if you could give yourself a place in your home that felt like a vacation? An outdoor living area can be you at-home…

Our Swimming Pool Installation Process

Once you make the decision to install a pool in your backyard, you will want to find a company with a swimming pool installation process that you feel comfortable with. During the construction process your backyard is going to undergo a number of changes and at times will look to be a mess! You want…

Do You Do Pool Tile Repair?

A common problem seen in backyard in-ground pools is that the tile around the pool can chip, break and even pop off, so many pools are in need of pool tile repair. Sometimes the problems with the pool tile are caused when the pool deck shifts due to the temperature variations between the seasons, or…

The Cost to Resurface a Pool

Is your pool starting to look a bit warn? Are you seeing cracks or holes? It may be time to resurface your pool. But how much will it cost? Can I Do This Myself? (more…)

Why You Definitely Want an Outdoor Living Area

Florida is a wonderful state! While other parts of the country are suffering through bitter cold and snow, we can be outside enjoying the fresh air and warm temperatures. This spring you may want to consider giving your dining room the season off and take the food and fun outside! Cooking and eating outside is…

What are Pool Renovations and Pool Remodeling?

Is your pool looking old and warn out? Do, you find that the maintenance of your pool and deck just seems to take more and more work…and it still never looks great. It may be time for a pool renovation. What is a Pool Renovation? (more…)

What is Pool Resurfacing?

Overtime the walls and floor of your pool can breakdown and begin to peel away. This can not only look bad, but the holes and grooves that form can make it hard to keep the pool clean and eventually lead to leaks. So, it’s important to resurface your pool from time to time to keep…

Great Outdoor Kitchen Concepts

A great way to increase the value of your home, by adding square footage without too much difficulty, is to create an outdoor living space in your backyard. Outdoor kitchens are becoming very popular and are a great way to entertain family and friends. There are a number of new outdoor kitchen concepts that you…

How Long Does Pool Installation Take?

Backyard pools are a great source of family fun during the hot days of summer. You may be thinking about adding a pool for your family, but wondering how long the pool installation will take. There are a number of steps required to building the pool, so you will want to be prepared for the…

What is a Swimming Pool Installer?

Backyard swimming pools can be a wonderful source of recreation and fun for your family. They are certainly more convenient than packing up the van and driving to the local pool. If you want to have a swimming pool, you’ll need a company that specializes in building or installing an in-ground pool. Starting the Process:…