Fibreglass

Tumber & Associates Ltd. (2017)

January 16, 2017

When it came to overhauling this country retreat in Hockley Valley, Ont., Tumber & Associates Ltd., was faced with a rural, largely undisturbed backyard, and a client wish list that included a  pool along with a cabana that was big enough to accommodate large gatherings for entertaining.

Country living by design

October 19, 2016

A family in Caledon, Ont., recently built its dream home. There were many reasons why everyone loved this location, such as the daily sightings of deer in the adjacent farmers fields that terminated in the local foothills. However, as the dust from construction settled, they realized despite their view, they could clearly hear the echo of the major highway just over a kilometre away. This reverberated through the landscape and woke the family up during the night when the bedroom windows were kept open for fresh air.

Installing an award-winning fibreglass pool in an irregular backyard

June 19, 2016

Fibreglass pools are one of the fastest growing segments of the industry, comprising an estimated 15 per cent of the overall inground pool construction market in North America. Further, it is anticipated this market share will continue its rapid growth over the next several years as consumers are becoming more aware and educated about the different types of pools and their various benefits.

Standout from competitors by mastering drop-in hot tub installations

June 19, 2016

Hot tubs continue to be an important element for consumers when it comes to creating their backyard oasis. However, builders have not always been quick to capitalize on the benefits of marketing hot tubs when selling pools. Most tend to leave the selling of stand-alone hot tubs to outdoor living retailers, which also offer backyard furniture and other similar accessories. That said, by embracing hot tubs, whereby making them an integral part of a backyard pool design, builders are better able to distinguish their business from their competition. By adding a drop-in hot tub with the pool, builders can increase their profits on pool projects, while their clients get more enjoyment out of their backyard oasis.

Success of pool season relies on weather and ‘staycation’ ideology: builders

March 24, 2016

Similar to the weather experienced in 2014, the conditions last year—especially early on—were not favourable for pool builders either; however, the industry persevered to avoid a second consecutive season with fewer residential inground pool building permits.

Carefree Pools along with industry partners ‘pay it forward’

November 20, 2015

In the spring of 2015, a Kingston, Ont., family decided to have an inground pool installed—an upgrade from the smaller above-ground they had in their backyard at the time. Just like thousands of other homeowners considering a new pool, the family’s timing was perfect—from a planning and construction perspective.

Atlantic Canada pool builders tackle a record number of damaged pools due to winter and resulting insurance claims

August 28, 2015

Winter damage to above-ground pools is nothing new in areas that experience harsh weather. Pool builders see this year in and year out one way or another; however, this past winter in Atlantic Canada was like no other—especially in the city of Moncton, N.B. To set the stage ...

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Fibreglass

Tumber & Associates Ltd. (2017)

Country living by design

Installing an award-winning fibreglass pool in an irregular backyard

Standout from competitors by mastering drop-in hot tub installations

Success of pool season relies on weather and ‘staycation’ ideology: builders

Carefree Pools along with industry partners ‘pay it forward’

Atlantic Canada pool builders tackle a record number of damaged pools due to winter and resulting insurance claims

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Tumber & Associates Ltd. (2017)

Country living by design

Installing an award-winning fibreglass pool in an irregular backyard

Standout from competitors by mastering drop-in hot tub installations

Success of pool season relies on weather and ‘staycation’ ideology: builders

Carefree Pools along with industry partners ‘pay it forward’

Atlantic Canada pool builders tackle a record number of damaged pools due to winter and resulting insurance claims

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