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For all the pool knowledge you're looking for, check out Ask the Pool Guy HQ. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about swimming pools, all in one place. Ask the Pool Guy is passionate about sharing the vast knowledge he has acquired throughout his decades in the pool industry, and he wants to make sure everyone has an enjoyable pool experience. If you can't find the information you're looking for here, you can contact him or a capable member of his team! Visit our Ask the Pool Guy Website: https://www.askthepoolguy.com Legendary Escapes is the home of the hybrid swimming pool. Al, the designer and builder, and his team are passionate about creating unique, one-of-a-kind pools. They are constantly innovating and coming up with new ways to better serve their clients. No two Legendary Escapes pools are alike, and they are unlike any pool you'll find elsewhere. Our website showcases our projects, as well as providing helpful information if you're a current pool owner or considering building a swimming pool. To learn more about the construction arm of Ask the Pool Guy, check out the Legendary Escapes website: http://www.LegendaryEscapes.com Ask the Pool Guy and Legendary Escapes are striving to share the knowledge! We don't think homeowners in SE Michigan should be the only people who have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful, one-of-a-kind, hybrid swimming pool; so we're working with builders across the country to bring hybrid pools to you. We're happy to work with local builders, wherever "local" might be, to design and build beautiful pools all over the country.

On the Road in Phoenix with the Pool Guy at Discount Cab

March 23, 2012March 29, 2018 Ask the Pool Guy

We had an amazing tour of Discount Cab thanks to Craig Hughes, one of our favorite people! An amazing company, committed to the green movement, and a Taxi Enthusiast’s art museum. Incredible and fantastic don’t come close to conveying just Read More …

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Generators 101: Tips from an Electrician

March 22, 2012 Ask the Pool Guy

          This is a guest post by Jeff Lakatos, of Hartland Electric LLC, a Michigan Electrician (810) 632-2004 Spring is fast approaching, and spring in Michigan usually comes with severe weather and occasional power outages. Here Read More …

Service Guides & How -Togenerator, Portable Generators, Standby Generators, Transfer Switches

Forcing Spring to come…

March 11, 2012 Ask the Pool Guy

The advantage of late winter is the bright sun that shows itself more and more each day. Having these brighter days makes the desire for spring much stronger and there is no better way to cure the gardening itch then Read More …

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Winter’s Naked Beauty…

March 2, 2012 Ask the Pool Guy

There is a naked beauty that shows during the winter season. You can see it when the sun is shining, cloudy, snowing, blowing but the best when it is still. This beauty is found when you look out a window, Read More …

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How to Choose a Swimming Pool Slide

February 19, 2012May 18, 2016 Ask the Pool Guy

Swimming pool slides can add a huge amount of fun to a pool; but there are also a huge amount of options to choose from. From the materials used to the many different styles out there, choosing a pool slide Read More …

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Ideas for Custom Swimming Pools in Michigan

February 19, 2012May 18, 2016 Ask the Pool Guy

Thinking of installing a pool in your backyard, but want something a little more exciting than just the regular kidney or triangle shape? Luckily, you don’t have to go with the norm and have your pool look just like everyone Read More …

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American Gas Log

February 18, 2012 Ask the Pool Guy

For over 20 years, American Gas Log has been manufacturing products for both indoor and outdoor fireplaces and fire pits. This year they expanded the product line by adding high quality, aluminum-framed outdoor kitchen islands and a full line of Read More …

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How will you Use your Backyard Swimming Pool?

February 18, 2012May 18, 2016 Ask the Pool Guy

Maybe you’re dreaming of owning a swimming pool, but are wondering what you can do with it besides just swim in it. Of course, getting cooled down in the summer months and enjoying a good swim is the main use Read More …

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