Gohlke Pools has been North Texas leading pool company since it was established by the Gohlke family in 1958. Gohlke Pools services and repairs swimming pools in Denton, Sanger, Lake Dallas Flower Mound, Lewisville, Aubrey, Decatur, Pilot Point. We are a nationally recognized pool builder with a creative design team that will help to create the right pool for your home and your budget. At Gohlke Pools we believe the Texas lifestyle means spending as much time outdoors as possible. We look forward to working with you to assure that every moment outdoors is a memorable moment
Creating the Complete Backyard
Homeowners are now looking beyond the pool to create a backyard environment by adding other elements. There is a growing trend in outdoor living, cooking, & entertaining. Today's backyard possibilities are virtually endless and can include many features, depending on the size of the backyard and the interests of the homeowner. Backyards have really become an extension of the home. Following are a few of the features that are being implemented into today's backyard.
Landscaping
Creative landscaping and a variety of plants can dress up any backyard and can make the "ordinary" backyard a thing of beauty. Landscaping can be installed fairly inexpensively and is probably one of the best values in creating the ultimate backyard.
Water Features
Although there are many beautiful backyards that exist without water features, the visual therapy that water can bring to a backyard is difficult to surpass. There are numerous water feature options (swimming pools, hot tubs, waterfalls, or mist systems) that are available depending on the desired look.
Decking
Decking areas are very important, especially if the backyard is used for entertaining. Decking options include wood, brick, stone, or concrete.
Outdoor Cooking
The barbecue grill has long been the focal point of backyard living, but outdoor cooking has come a long way in the past decade. While portable barbecue grills are still extremely popular, complete outdoor kitchens are increasing in popularity and many times include a grill, sink, and refrigerator.
Outdoor Heating
Obviously warm weather is not a year-round proposition in our area, but with the use of the proper heating method it can be. Outdoor fireplaces, firepits, chimineas, and even outdoor gas heaters allow the ultimate backyard to be used on a year-round basis.
Furniture
Most designers usually suggest multiple seating areas in the backyard. It is important to consider furniture for outdoor dining and loungers for sunbathing.
Outdoor Shelters
Backyard shelters have increased in popularity and again, there are many options. From a simple umbrella or awning, to a safari-style thatch hut, to a gazebo, or something even as elaborate as a pool house complete with a sports bar themed game room.
Lighting
Lighting allows you to get more enjoyment out of your ultimate backyard by extending the hours of enjoyment. There are many lighting options to consider such as landscape lighting, path lighting, water feature lighting, and overhead lighting.
Special Interests
The options that can be used for the ultimate backyard are virtually endless. Following are some examples of features that have been used in creating the ultimate backyard.
- outdoor sound systems
- wet bar
- putting green
- outdoor televisions
- tennis court
- putting green
- billiard area
- children's play area
Our designers at Gohlke Pools take these elements into consideration when designing the correct swimming pool for the needs of your family.
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Testimonials
Pat Teagarden offered to put my pump back together and attach it to my motor. Friendly counter sales. - Ed C.
Down home genuine feel. Always feel like your staff is being honest and courteous with us. I like the face that your service technicians are nice to my dogs and are able to do their service and I don’t have to lock the dogs up in the house for the day. It may not sound like much but this is a really big deal to us. - Christine W.
Answered questions and gave honest advice. Also, Saturday service since that is the only day I can be there. - Dennis W.
The fellow who came to the house and showed me how to work the filters, pumps, etc. and let me do it hands on so I knew what to do myself. Very informative, friendly, and “pool knowledge” are not silly questions. They understand not everyone knows about pools. Very knowledgeable staff. I felt every employee, either in the store or those that came out to the house knew exactly what they were talking about. - JoAnn O.
Timely response, honest answers, and friendly service. A.W. was a great guy to work with . - Patricia B .
Matt Watson is friendly, caring , and prompt. - Gary & Carol P.
Genuine concern about my pool’s problem. Taking initiative to solve the problem and having authority to do so. Seems like a family unit more than a company only our for a profit. - Mary F.
