EP33: Pool Building Secrets with Robert Van Kirk

Home Design Podcast

What is the process of building a pool? Do you know?
We dive into everything you should know about pool construction, the trends and so much more! We also dive into Van Kirk & Sons Pools & Spas, and how they have impacted the custom pool industry in South Florida and beyond!
EPISODE 33 | Home Design Podcast: Learn all you need to know about pool construction, from the building process, to licenses, to crazy projects!
Meet Robert Van Kirk, Owner of Van Kirk & Sons Pools & Spas. Join us as we explore Robert’s background, his journey in the construction industry, and much more about what it's like to have an industry leading pool company!
Explore the trends in pool design, the construction process from step one to the final finish, and amazing projects that have left their clients in shock at the final results! Whether you are a homeowner looking to build a pool, looking to hire someone, or just seeking more knowledge on the construction process, Van Kirk Pools are you covered!
To learn more about Robert and Van Kirk & Sons Pools & Spas, reach out to them on Instagram, @VanKirkPools or visit their website at vankirkpools.com
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1. Welcome Robert Van Kirk! (00:00:00)

2. Who is Robert Van Kirk? (00:00:55)

3. What attributes to the 50+ years of success at Van Kirk Pools? (00:03:03)

4. How many pools do you think you’ve built? (00:05:10)

5. What are awards/achievements that your company is recognized for? (00:06:14)

6. What does it mean to you when people say this is a lifetime investment for them? (00:08:20)

7. What are the first steps when building a pool? (00:10:04)

8. Are there certain licenses contractors should have before hiring one? (00:12:28)

9. Are there any red flags to look for when looking for a contractor? (00:13:45)

10. Is there a general cost for building a pool today? (00:16:43)

11. General amount of time to build a pool (00:19:01)

12. What are the construction phases for building a pool? (00:20:32)

13. Different types of pool finishes (00:24:33)

14. Do you enjoy working with mosaics? (00:26:50)

15. Are you seeing large slabs being included in a pool design? (00:28:43)

16. Durability between mosaics, tiles, and plaster (00:29:45)

17. What products are you using for pool decks? (00:30:28)

18. Exotic woods in outdoor design (00:33:21)

19. What is your favorite pool feature? (00:36:21)

20. Working with Acrylic (00:38:00)

21. What features are you mainly working with? (00:38:35)

22. Swim-up bars & Lazy Rivers?! (00:39:40)

23. Do you try to stay away from when building a pool? (00:41:05)

24. Most memorable project (00:42:10)

25. Most challenging projects (00:43:48)

26. Have you dug up anything crazy? A car?! A body?! (00:44:43)

27. Any additional information you want to touch on? (00:46:43)

28. Thank you for all the inspiration! (00:48:00)

29. How can one contact Van Kirk Pools? (00:49:48)

30. Thank you for tuning in! (00:50:35)