5 ways to make swimming fun for kids
Have you ever heard the horror stories -- or maybe urban myths -- of a family member who was tossed into the water from the end of a dock and told to "sink or swim?" Well, we hope that never happened because if it did, chances are that person would never go into a...
3 ways to ensure pool steps are clean
Do the pool steps feel a bit slimy? If so, that's not good, not good at all! That slimy feeling could be the beginnings of the growth of algae. The best pool contractors in Decatur, Illinois offer 3 ways to ensure pool steps are clean. They will clean them as part of...
How to throw a great pool party
Swimming pools are great for getting in shape, but they are even better for staycations and pool parties! The best pool builder in Champaign, IL from Imperial Pools Inc has tips on how to throw a great pool party. We realize that when you have a pool you don't really...
Top tips for pool design in Decatur
The swimming pool design is not for the faint of heart. There is a myriad of items that need to be considered and decisions that need to be made and money that needs to be spent. The top tips for pool design in Decatur and Champaign, Ill offer this advice to new pool...
Plan for your 2022 pool project
Is it too late to get a swimming pool this summer? You can still plan for your 2022 pool project the experts from Imperial Pool Builders, from Decatur & Champaign, IL say. They also offer tips for setting the budget. The best time to have begun your project would...
Why is the pool water so hot?
No one wants their teeth to be chattering when they jump into the swimming pool. No one wants to jump into the swimming pool and break into a sweat because the water is so warm. Why is the pool water so hot, it's a question the swimming pool contractors in Decatur, IL...
Benefits of variable speed pool pumps
You have to spend money to save money. That's not quite the right saying, but the swimming pool contractors from Imperial Pools, Inc. in Champaign, Illinois explain the benefits of variable speed pool pumps. A variable speed pool pump is an investment upfront, to be...
5 infinity pool facts
There are just some yards that inspire awe simply by "being." If you have a yard that does just that and one that takes your breath away then an infinity swimming pool, also called a vanishing edge pool, might be the ideal project for your family. The swimming pool...
Is your hot tub as safe as it should be?
The hot tub contractors from Imperial Pools Inc in Decatur, Illinois understand that spending time in a hot tub is luxurious, but is your hot tub as safe as it should be? If you're shopping for a new hot tub or spa from a reputable dealer, you can likely rest assured...
How much does it cost to maintain a pool?
Is there a one-size-fits-all answer to how much does it cost to maintain a pool? The Champaign, Illinois pool contractors from Imperial Pools, inc. explain there isn't. There are so many factors that figure into the cost of pool maintenance and they include size of...
How to keep dogs safe around the swimming pool
Many dogs love water! All dogs love being with their families and that means if you're in the pool they may want to jump in and be with you. We have tips on how to keep dogs safe around the swimming pool because tragedies do happen and you can help prevent them....
6 easy swimming pool exercises
Getting fit in a swimming pool is fun and doesn't seem like a workout even though it is! The water, even though it makes you buoyant, provides resistance that helps you get a better cardio workout than if you weren't working "against" the water itself. The swimming...
Why are permits needed for a pool project?
You may wonder why you can't just have a swimming pool constructed by a professional pool builder from Imperial Pools, Inc. in Decatur, IL without having to get permits. The permitting process protects you from shoddy workmanship and protects you and your neighbors...
Reasons to add swimming pool lighting
Is your pool safe for nighttime swimming? Do you have a deep end in the pool and is it awfully dark if you want to swim after the sun has gone down? Do you worry about a child, pet or adult getting into the deep end of the pool and you're not being able to see them?...
Is it time to get a diving board or slide?
Are you ready to upgrade and/or update your swimming pool? Is it time to get a diving board or slide? Some pool owners believe that adding one, or both, of these accessories will add to the fun of the pool and it's true. The swimming pool contractors from Imperial...
5 ways to choose your pool design
The summer of 2022 will be here before you know it and you don't want to have another summer pass you by without having your own swimming pool do you? Where and how do you get started? The swimming pool contractors from Imperial Pools, Inc. in Decatur, Illinois offer...
How to get creative with poolside landscaping
If you're new to pool ownership you may not think about how much time you will spend around the swimming pool as compared to in the swimming pool. Yes, you will be in the pool a LOT, but you will also be hanging around on the deck or the outdoor living space and we...
Use a solar cover to keep pool water warm
Is a solar cover or solar blanket worth the price? Well, when you consider that they are very inexpensive, we can definitely say you should use a solar cover to keep pool water warm. You could definitely have your pool contractor from Imperial Pools, Inc. in...