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H2O-Matic Pool and Patio Earns Two PHTA Awards for Pool & Outdoor Living Excellence
As an Award-Winning Pool Builder in Lake Norman, H2O-Matic Pool and Patio is proud to have earned two industry awards from the Pool & Hot…
10 Water Features to Consider for Your Custom Pool
Swimming pool water features can completely transform the look and feel of a custom pool. Beyond their visual appeal, moving water adds sound, movement and…
Pool Heaters 101: How to Extend Your Swim Season at Lake Norman
Pool Heaters 101: How to Extend Your Swim Season at Lake Norman Short Answer: A pool heater can extend a Lake Norman swim season from…
Gunite Pool Resurfacing: When You Need It & What to Expect
Most gunite pools are built to last decades. The shell itself, that thick concrete structure sprayed and shaped during construction, can hold up for 50…
How to Clean & Maintain Your Paver Patio in North Carolina
Paver patios are built to last decades, but North Carolina has a way of accelerating the wear cycle. Between the summer humidity that feeds algae…
Saltwater vs. Chlorine Pools: Which Is Right for Your Mooresville Backyard?
Most homeowners assume saltwater pools contain no chlorine at all. That single misconception sends more people down the wrong path than almost anything else in…
Lakefront Retaining Walls on Lake Norman: Materials, Engineering, and Shoreline Permits
Shoreline erosion on Lake Norman claims an estimated several inches of usable bank every year on properties with no stabilization in place. That might not…
HOW MUCH DOES A CUSTOM POOL COST IN MOORESVILLE, NC? (2026 GUIDE)
If you’re a homeowner in Mooresville, Cornelius, Huntersville, or anywhere along the Lake Norman corridor, chances are you’ve thought about adding a custom pool to…
Signs You Need a Retaining Wall: When Yard Erosion, Slope, and Drainage Demand a Permanent Fix
Soil erosion costs the United States billions of dollars in property damage every year, yet most homeowners don’t notice it happening until it has already…
Hillside Pool Construction in Cornelius, NC: How to Engineer a Sloped Lakefront Lot for a Custom Pool
A sloped backyard is not a dealbreaker. But it will test how well your contractor understands soil, water, and structural engineering — because the most…
Tiered Retaining Walls in Troutman, Slopes, Steps, and Planting Beds
When it comes to creating functional and aesthetic landscapes in Troutman, tiered retaining walls are the unsung heroes. Whether dealing with sloped terrains or creating…
