Pools

If you’re lucky enough to have a saltwater swimming pool in Virginia Beach or Chesapeake, you know the joys of a low-maintenance pool system. However, even with the benefits of a saltwater system, you still need to balance your pool’s water chemistry to keep it sparkling clean and not cloudy. In this blog post, we’ll […]

When it comes to designing an outdoor patio, choosing the right type of material can be a difficult decision. We here at Solid Structures offer professional design services to help you make these decisions, can take you to completed jobs of each kind to show you in person, and also 3D model your dream project […]

When it comes to creating an outdoor living space, two popular options for hardscaping patio material are concrete slabs (to include plain poured concrete and also stamped concrete) and paver stones. Both options have their own unique benefits and drawbacks, and ultimately, the decision comes down to personal preference and budget. In this concrete vs […]

First, a little fun fact from the Solid Structures team here in Virginia Beach. Fiberglass swimming pools float. In fact, we’ve floated one to a client’s house because there was absolutely no easier way to get the fiberglass pool shell into the waterfront backyard. When all other pool builders said “no” we said “yes.” If you are […]

Solid Structures, your award-winning total backyard contractor, has been installing hardscaping, decking, and other landscaping features around pools since the company started. We’ve also worked with several landscaping partners who are extremely talented at what they do. Therefore, we can attest to the fact that many homeowners make the mistake of hiring a pool installation company with […]

Are Pool Heaters Worth the Cost? Pool heaters do not fit everyone’s targeted pool budget, they increase home utility costs, and are most beneficial in specific climate zones. Therefore, they are not for everyone. If you’re reading this blog, chances are you are at least considering a swimming pool design with a heater at this […]

WHAT’S POOL AUTOMATION? Ahhhh, digital automation and sophisticated electronics listening to everything you say and tracking everywhere you go with “smart home” technology…so you might as well take advantage of it to control your swimming pool and assist with pool maintenance, right?! It’s definitely possible with a swimming pool automation system, luxuriously useful, and expandable […]

There are a lot of things to consider when planning the best time to build your swimming pool. Cost, time, weather, and your own schedule are all important factors to think about. Many people don’t realize there is the best time to build a pool. The pool installation may vary depending on the time of […]

Fiberglass pools are an increasingly popular option for pool buyers who want their new pool installation sooner and with less long-term maintenance to worry about. In today’s post, we take a close look at this type of pool and the unique benefits it offers. Fiberglass pools are made from a mold of the desired shape […]

When it comes to deciding which type of pool to install in your backyard, there are a few factors you need to consider. Two of the most popular types of pools are fiberglass and concrete. Each has its own set of pros and cons, so it can be difficult to decide which is the best […]