Swimming Pools

Sam Artz Blazes His Own Path with Artz Landscape Designs

By Joy Donovan / October 8, 2023 /

Sam Artz, president and principal designer of Artz Landscape Designs, uses team and sports metaphors a lot when he speaks. As such, you might hear him talk about having “the right team” or “when each player knows his position.” But the origin story of Artz Landscape Designs is more like a rock and roll band…

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You Need These Expert Energy-Saving Tips For Texas Pool Owners

By Daniel Lalley / July 5, 2023 /

Another serious Texas summer has officially announced itself with record-setting temperatures, heat advisories, and humidity levels even Houston should tip its hat to. As North Texans brace for the season’s notorious temperatures, many Texas pool owners are seeking sanctuary from the sun. In terms of pools per capita, Texas holds its own with over 800,000…

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Prank-Worthy Home Inspection Finds For April Fool’s Day

By Brenda Masse / March 29, 2023 /

April Fool’s Day is just around the corner, and that means all the pranksters are getting ready to scare, tease, surprise, or otherwise torment all of us unsuspecting (read: gullible) folk once again. I, personally, dislike April Fool’s Day. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy a good joke, and we at Green Scene Home Inspections…

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Designer Spotlight: Getting to Know Dan Houchard, From the Ground Up

By Kambry Ruby / February 12, 2022 /

Dan Houchard discusses his work, background, and ways he collaborates with his clients to create the ideal gardens for the place they call home.

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Texas Adopts International Swimming Pool and Spa Code

By Candy's Dirt / July 16, 2019 /
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From staff reports Thinking about building a new pool? You may find some new hoops to jump through in the next couple of years, thanks to a new bill signed into law in Texas. The Texas legislature passed HB 2858 in the last legislative session. The bill allows municipalities in the state to require model…

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