Swimming Pools

Dallas Park Board Suggests Phasing Out Its Nine Legacy Pools

By Charles Grand / August 25, 2025 /

A dramatic headline that has since been changed by the publication that published it has put a spotlight on the Dallas Park & Recreation Board’s recommendation to phase out the city’s nine aging community pools as part of a spending cut package requested by the city manager’s office. DPR has to come up with $3…

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…

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…

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…

Airbnbs with the Most Amazing Pools for Summer

By Mary Cate Long / May 10, 2022 /

The temperature is heating up, we’re well into May, and summer is around the corner! Whether you have your sights set on a far-flung vacation to Mexico or just a quick road trip to Austin, here are some of the best Airbnbs with pools to beat the summer heat. 1. Hudson Valley This home was…