Ep 178. No Regrets! Tips for Smarter Pool Renovations & Prepping for Expansion

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 178 of The Deep End Pool Podcast, Frank and Jacque share pool renovation tips, smart upgrade prep, and why planning for future expansion is key! From extra tile and coping to oversized electrical panels and inverter heat pumps—these tips can save you big time down the road. This episode is filled with laughter, Alaskan cruise chaos, and real-world advice for pool owners and pros. Whether you're about to renovate or just dreaming of that perfect backyard setup, this episode is for you. 🎁 Sponsor Savings & Links: 💙 BluRay XL Mineral Purifier – Clear water, less chlorine! 👉 BluRayXL.com 💨 Cyclone Filter Tools – Clean filters fast! 👉 CycloneFilterTools.com – Use code DEEPEND for 10% off 🛠️ CuLator Metal Eliminator – Fight stains & metals! 👉 CuLator.com – Use code DeepEnd44 for exclusive savings 🐟 Betta Solar Skimmer – Keep your surface clean! 👉 BettaBot.com – Use code BTRFFD62 for 5% off 🌱 Greenstory Global CYA Remover 👉 Buy on Amazon 💬 Email us: deependfrank@gmail.com 🌐 Visit: thedeependpoolpodcast.com 📺 YouTube & TikTok: @deependfrank 00:00 – Intro from Russel Owens & Sponsors 01:13 – Poolside from Alaska + Cruise chaos 06:11 – Big shoutouts to Poolwerx staff & partners 07:18 – DFW Renovation season advice 08:00 – Why you need to buy extra tile now 10:15 – Matching tile & color flow into outdoor living 12:50 – Pavers vs. concrete + deck expansion tips 13:55 – Plan ahead: Electrical prep for upgrades 16:30 – Sponsor breaks: BluRay XL, CuLator, Cyclone Tools 18:02 – Get extra coping & paver pieces now 20:44 – Add a sub-panel during construction 22:40 – Why we love inverter heat pumps 26:15 – Heat pumps vs. gas heaters in winter 29:45 – Pool cooling in Texas summers 31:00 – Efficiency of inverter technology 33:40 – Final thoughts: Plan smart & avoid regrets 34:54 – Outro: Sponsors, email, YouTube & future ship content The Deep End Pool Podcast focuses on residential pool maintenance and may not cover commercial pool requirements. Please consult the CDC and local authorities and code requirements for commercial pool maintenance. Email us questions and show suggestions at deependfrank@gmail.com. visit our home page thedeependpoolpodcast.com Thank you to all of our sponsors. We only accept sponsors that we know, trust, and use in our own business. http://poolwerx.com, http://culator.com, http://bluerayxl.com, https://cyclonefiltercleaner.com/, http://allsafepool.com Frank Disher is a 29-year pool pro. He and his wife, Jacque, operate a successful swimming pool company in the DFW Texas area, including retail stores, service and repair departments, and renovation depa Poolwerx, BlueRay XL, Cyclone Filter Tools, Allsafe Pool Fence and Covers, Fluidra, and IPSSA outro Please give us a 5 star rating and a review, and contact us at deependfrank@gmail.com for questions and show ideas. Thank you Please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating and leave a review! Please give us a 5 star rating and a review, and contact us at deependfrank@gmail.com for questions and show ideas. Thank you