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Long Island pool owners know the drill. A nor’easter, a tropical storm or a strong summer squall can push through with heavy rain and high winds, and the backyard takes the brunt of it. The Chaikin Ultimate team has cared for pools across the Island through plenty of storm seasons, and these eight steps are the ones we rely on to prevent damage and speed up the recovery.

As summer wraps up across Long Island, it’s time to start thinking about closing your pool for the season. A proper fall closing protects the investment you’ve made in your pool and sets you up for an easy reopening when warm weather returns. Why a Proper Closing Matters A pool that isn’t closed correctly can  Read More

A Gunite pool is not a single material. It is a layered system of components that each serve a distinct function and age at their own rate. Some elements are structural and essentially permanent. Others are finish materials that require periodic renewal as a normal part of the pool’s lifecycle. And a few, if neglected  Read More

When you are making a decision as significant as adding a pool to your Long Island property, longevity deserves a serious place in the conversation. A pool is not a short-term purchase. It is a structural addition to your home that will affect how the property is used, how it presents, and how it is  Read More

A Gunite pool that has been around for a while is not a liability. It is a foundation. The concrete and steel shell at its core does not deteriorate the way surface finishes do, and that structural permanence is exactly what makes a well-executed renovation such a sound investment. Rather than starting over, you are  Read More