878 US-46, Kenvil, NJ 07847
Proudly Serving Morris County, NJ

Poolside Blogs

Your Pool Storm Guide: Getting Ready, Riding It Out and Cleaning Up

Blog,+Pool Maintenance
Our area certainly sees our share of rough weather, from summer thunderstorms to the remnants of tropical systems. Henry Bona Pools & Spas has been caring for local pools since 1960, which means that we've seen what a storm can do to an unprepared backyard. The good news is that most storm damage is preventable. Follow this guide to protect your pool and make the cleanup easier.

Fall Closing Season Is Here: What North Jersey Pool Owners Should Know

Blog,+Pool Maintenance
As temperatures drop across North Jersey, it's time to shift focus from pool days to pool protection. A proper fall closing keeps your equipment, surfaces, and water safe through our region's cold winters, so you're not dealing with expensive surprises when it's time to reopen.

Pool Tile vs Coping vs Plaster vs Bond Beam: What Needs Replacement and When

Pool Restoration / Remodel
Pool Tile vs Coping vs Plaster vs Bond Beam. What Needs Replacement and When
Individual components rarely fail simultaneously, but renovation projects create a natural opportunity to assess everything at once and address multiple elements within a single scope of work. Renewing the interior surface, tile, and coping in one project produces a more cohesive result than addressing each separately across different seasons, and it is generally more efficient in terms of both time and cost.

Pool Remodel Costs: What to Budget for Your North Jersey Pool Renovation

Pool Restoration / Remodel
Pool Remodel Costs: What to Budget for Your North Jersey Pool Renovation
Renovation costs vary considerably depending on scope, materials, and what your pool’s condition reveals when work actually begins. But having a realistic sense of what different levels of renovation typically involve helps you plan thoughtfully and have more productive conversations with your contractor from the start.

How Long Does it Take to Put in a Gunite Pool?

New Pool Construction
How Long Does it Take to Put in a Gunite Pool?
Construction involves multiple phases, each with its own dependencies and variables, and knowing how they fit together helps you approach the project with realistic expectations from the start.

What North Jersey Pool Owners Should Know About Weekly Service, Repairs, & Seasonal Care

Pool Maintenance
What North Jersey Pool Owners Should Know About Weekly Service, Repairs, & Seasonal Care
The most effective pool care comes from a single team with a continuous and complete picture of your pool’s history, condition, and specific requirements. Fragmented service creates gaps where things get missed and accountability becomes unclear.

Is Your Pool Losing Water? How North Jersey Homeowners Can Spot a Leak Early

Pool Repairs
Is Your Pool Losing Water? How North Jersey Homeowners Can Spot a Leak Early
Water loss is something every pool owner deals with at some point. A certain amount of it is completely normal. Evaporation, splashing, and regular swimmer activity all contribute to a gradual decline in water level that requires occasional topping off throughout the season.

How Long Do Gunite and Vinyl Liner Pools Last?

Pool Restoration / Remodel
How Long Do Gunite and Vinyl Liner Pools Last?
Gunite pools are built around a concrete and steel shell that is, for all practical purposes, permanent. A well-constructed Gunite pool that receives consistent professional care can remain in service for 50 years or more. The shell does not degrade, does not puncture, and holds up through decades of use and the seasonal demands that North Jersey pools face year after year.

Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Pool Equipment (Repair vs Replace Guide)

Blog
Repair vs Replace Guide
If a repair costs more than half of what a full replacement would cost, and the equipment in question is already several years into its expected lifespan, replacement is almost always the better investment. You are not simply paying to fix something.

Henry Bona Pools & Spa Earns Industry-Leading Certifications and Recognitions

Blog
Henry Bona Pools & Spas - Decorated Pool Side
Staying ahead requires continuous learning and professional development. Henry Bona Pools & Spa has invested heavily in advanced training through the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the leading trade association representing the pool, spa, and hot tub industry.

Categories

Archives