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Signature Pools attends the 2010 Leisure Pools Dealer Conference

Todd Emmerson · May 24, 2010 ·

Continued training and education is imporant if you are going to excell at anything in life and this holds true to being a high quality swimming pool company. Each off season the team at Signature Pools attends many different national, regional, and local conferences in order to remain the leading fiberglass pool builder in Illinois. One of the conferences we most look forward to is the annual dealer conference hosted by Leisure Pools. In early spring of this year Todd Emmerson (sales/design manager) and Tom McNelis (president) attended the Leisure Pools 2010 Dealer Conference at Leisure Pools national headquarters in New Braunfels, TX (San Antonio area). This three day event is designed to educate pool companies on proper installation techniques, new and upcoming products, and overall industry analysis. It was also a great opportunity to network with other quality pool builders from all over the country.

The dealer conference also consists of an awards presentation for the best pools built the previous pool season. This year Signature Pools was honored to be awarded in two of the five categories. We were awarded with the Best Roman Model pool for a beautiful pool that we designed and built in Vernon Hills, IL last season. This job consisted of a Roman 19 model pool in the outback blue color finish, an automatic pool cover, 2 deck jets, a 2′ SunDek border around the pool, with the remainder of the patio being Yorkstone Pavers from Unilock. This was a challenging job due to the size of the yard, existing landscaping and playground, and the homeowners desire for a large area of grass to remain for two young children, but the team at Signature Pools pulled it off again.

We were also the winner of the Overall Category (Leisure Pools – Pool of the Year) for a stunning backyard transformation we designed and built using a Grand Elegance model pool in St. Charles, IL. The pool was finished in the Australian Blue Aquaguard gelcoat. It also has a large limestone patio, pegola, outdoor fireplace, automatic pool cover, and plenty of entertaining areas for large social gatherings. This same pool is also currently a finalist for the 2010 Master of Design Awards. The Master of Design award is one of the most prestigious awards given yearly in the swimming pool industry. Last year we were awarded a Master of Design award for a beatiful fiberglass pool/ spa combination in Yorkville, IL. You can see the article and a picture of that job here: 2009 Master of Design Award. We will keep you posted on the status of our 2010 entry.

The team at Signature Pools would also like to congratulate the winners of the other categories. Best Riviera Model Pool: Parker Pools in Kileen,Texas. Best Moroccan Model Pool: Enchanted Pools in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Best Elegance Model Pool: Earl’s Pools in Calera, Alabama.

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Fiberglass Pool Owner in Elmhurst, IL recommends Signature Pools

Todd Emmerson · Apr 20, 2010 ·

Spring of 2010

After spending an afternoon with Todd Emmerson (Sales & Design Manager) and going over all the many questions and options it was a very easy choice to move forward with Signature Pools. That was 4 years ago.

When I initially started to look at company options I was not going to be fooled by fancy marketing or a big name company. I was diligent in my approach and decision making. Not only did we want a specific plan/layout for our backyard but also specific color and design of acid washed concrete. I also wanted a company that cared about customer service and I have received that in spades from Tom McNelis (owner), Todd Emmerson, and the rest of the staff at Signature Pools.

Our swimming pool has been so low maintenance and has turned out to be something both fun and valuable for our whole family. Truthfully, Signature Pools has gone out of their way and continues to this day to make sure that we have a positive experience.

If you would like more information about my experiences please feel free to contact me at the numbers listed below.

Kevin Mann

Elmhurst, IL
Leisure Pools – Roman 23

Out of respect for our clients privacy we chose not to list phone numbers on this blog, but if you are currently researching for a swimming pool company to build your backyard dream our sales staff will gladly provide you with our reference list which includes Kevin’s contact information as well as hundreds of other clients who have made the decision to have Signature Pools build their pool. You can also read more testimonials on this blog under News and Updates or Customers as well as on our website. You can stay up to date with Signature Pools by subscribing to the RSS feed in the upper right hand corner of this page or by joining our Facebook Fan Page at www.facebook.com/SignaturePools.

Another Fiberglass Pool Owner in Illinois Recommends Signature Pools

Todd Emmerson · Mar 16, 2010 ·

Fall of 2009

This past June one of the best things happened. I put in a fiberglass pool by Signature Pools. I have wanted a pool for a very long time and had done a lot of research on the type of pool I wanted. Once I decided it was going to be a fiberglass pool then it was a matter of finding the very best company to build it. After talking with several companies Signature Pools won my vote due to their knowledge, experience, confidence in their pools, and their consideration for my concerns. Todd Emmerson (Sales Manager) was awesome during the purchasing and planning phase. He listened very closely to my ideas and what we were looking for in the pool as part of the landscape plan and put it together and made it happen. The 3D computer program they used was unbelievable – it showed me exactly what my new pool would look like with our existing house and landscaping. Todd also did not just sell the pool and disappear. He was still available when needed to answer my questions.

Once the pool arrived and the crew started it was unbelievable how quickly things happened. Tom McNelis (President) and the whole crew are the greatest guys. Our yard is very important to us and tearing it up was very stressful but the guys are so good at what they do installing these pools that the mess was minimal. The guys really went the extra mile to help fix the mess that was made due to the three inches of rain we had three days prior to the start of construction. The process was so quick that within four hours the pool was filling with water and within twenty four hours the concrete decking around the pool was finished and most everything was ready to go. Within a few days Jim Gavula (Permit and Job Coordinator) had the pool crystal clear and swim ready. I could not have been more pleased with everyone on the Signature Pools team!

With the salt water system my pool has basically no maintenance. I love telling people who say pools are so much work – Not Mine! Just some vacuuming and water testing is all the work the pool has caused – little to none. Even if we cannot get in the pool just sitting by it is such a great experience. Our yard is back to normal and we now have the luxury of a pool in our own private yard. I don’t for one second regret any part of putting in a fiberglass saltwater pool and have told many people it’s the only way to go and that Signature Pools is the best at what they do!

Thanks So Much Guys!

Sincerely,

Heather Tesdal

Seneca, IL
Leisure Pools – Riviera 30

If you’re currently researching for your own swimming pool we invite you to Experience the Difference and see for yourself what separates the team at Signature Pools from any other fiberglass pool company in the mid-west. Our goal for every job is to earn a life long customer and nothing satisfies us more than knowing we’ve added another client to our long list of customers who are enjoying one of our fiberglass pools. If you’d like to read more testimonials you can find them on this blog under News and Updates or Customers as well as on our website. You can also stay up to date with Signature Pools by subscribing to the RSS feed in the upper right hand corner of this page or by joining our Facebook Fan Page at www.facebook.com/signaturepools.

Fiberglass Swimming Pool Summer Maintenance

SignaturePools · Jul 20, 2009 ·

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It’s that time of the year for Illinois swimming pools!- Signature Pools and Spas is in full swing with new construction, and many of our existing customers are reminded to clean out their cartridge filters and inspect their salt generator cells on the equipment. Although fiberglass swimming pools are the easiest in ground pools to maintain, it’s important to perform these tasks to get the most enjoyment out of your swimming season and keep your equipment running smoothly.

Dirt, leaves, suntan lotion and other debris collects in the pool filter and needs to be cleaned out every so often. Take a look at the pressure gauge on top of your filter to see if the operating pressure has risen to the ‘dirty’ mark. Even if the gauge has not, it’s a good idea to clean the filters several times a year. Low return pressure, heater problems, and chlorine generation is all affected when filters get too dirty. You can also extend the life of the filters by keeping them as clean as possible. This will save money in the long run by not having to replace the cartridges as often.

Another important maintenance tip is to keep your chlorine/salt generator clean. As the system breaks the salt water in to sodium and chloride, (the chemical make-up of salt), mineral deposits can collect on the generator cell and diminish its capacity to generate chloride and sanitize the pool water. Most chlorine generator manufacturers recommend inspecting the cell every month to insure there is no mineral build-up on the component. Using a mild acid wash will eliminate any build-up and enhance the performance of your equipment. Refer to you specific manufacturer’s instructions for further information on cleaning the cell.

By keeping these components clean, you are able to extend the life of your inground pool equipment and ensure water chemistry balance through the remainder of this season.

If you have questions about your fiberglass swimming pool, water chemistry, or maintaining your pool equipment, feel free to contact Signature Pools and Spas at 630.845.1145 to ask a question or schedule a service call. You can always contact via the website at www.sigpoolschicago.mysites.io

Signature Pools Illinois Attends CoverStar Central Training Seminar

SignaturePools · Feb 27, 2008 ·

One of the most important things we do here at Signature Pools is continually train to stay on top of technical advances, industry trends, and keep pace with the growing in ground swimming pool market in Illinois. This commitment to knowledge assures our customers that we are armed with the most up to date information available. Keeping in line with this belief, Tom McNelis (Owner), Todd Emmerson (Sales Manager), Jim Gavula (Project Coordinator), and Dan Roop (Job-site Foreman) attended the 2008 Coverstar Central Installation and Service Training seminar on Tuesday. This yearly training seminar is a great opportunity for us to learn more about the auto-cover industry, new products available from the manufacturer, and technical training on the systems.