The Complete Handbook of Swimming Pools

A swimming pool is not a simple backyard fixture—it's a mechanical system with chemical, structural, and operational complexity that determines whether an owner experiences years of reliable enjoyment or recurring frustration and expense.

This handbook is written for professionals, contractors, facility managers, and serious hobbyists who need to understand pools as functional systems, not marketing categories. You'll learn what actually differentiates pool types (vinyl, fiberglass, concrete), how to evaluate specifications that matter, how to size equipment correctly, what maintenance routines prevent costly failures, and how to diagnose and repair common problems. Each chapter moves from foundation to practice: understanding how pools work, evaluating your options, making sound choices, getting installation right, and managing long-term performance.

Whether you're specifying a pool for a new home, managing a commercial facility, building a service business, or evaluating a franchise opportunity, this book provides the neutral, concrete knowledge that replaces trial and error with informed decision-making.