--- title: Blog | Spartan Pools | Spartan Pool & Patio (5) description: "We specialize in the design and construction of new pools and spas as well as updating and remodeling existing pools with the latest features and \nfinishes. (5)" --- 405.364.1912 • 1400 24th Ave. SW • Norman, OK 73072 • M-F 9am-6pm SAT 9AM-4PM [![Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/Spartan_Pools_March2019%20Theme/Images/download.png)](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/) - [Pools](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/pools) - [Concrete Pools](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/concrete) - [Outdoor Living](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/outdoor-living) - [Pool Features](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/pool-options-banner-1) - [Remodel](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/remodel) - [Retail](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/retail) - [Maintenance](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/maintenance) - [Careers](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/careers) - [Financing](https://www.lightstream.com/swimming-pool-corp?cid=LP-HIL-swimming_pool-PC-15014&subid=joshpoolguy&fact=15014&isredirect=True) - [Resources](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/resources) - [EBOOKS](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/ebooks) - [Blog](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/) - [Contact](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/contact-us) 405.364.1912 • 1400 24th Ave. SW • Norman, OK 73072 • M-F 9am-5pm - [Pools](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/pools) - [Concrete Pools](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/concrete) - [Outdoor Living](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/outdoor-living) - [Pool Features](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/pool-options-banner-1) - [Remodel](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/remodel) - [Retail](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/retail) - [Maintenance](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/maintenance) - [Careers](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/careers) - [Financing](https://www.lightstream.com/swimming-pool-corp?cid=LP-HIL-swimming_pool-PC-15014&subid=joshpoolguy&fact=15014&isredirect=True) - [Resources](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/resources) - [EBOOKS](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/ebooks) - [Blog](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/) - [Contact](https://www.spartanpoolandpatio.com/contact-us) # **Blog** Scroll ## Spartan Pool & Patio ### Recent Posts ## [What Are the Best Options for Financing a Pool?](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/what-are-the-best-options-for-financing-a-pool) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Nov 7, 2024, 3:18:49 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![What Are the Best Options for Financing a Pool?](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/What%20Are%20the%20Best%20Options%20for%20Financing%20a%20Pool.jpg)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/what-are-the-best-options-for-financing-a-pool) Many homeowners fantasize about adding a swimming pool to their backyards, but they assume it’s a cost-prohibitive daydream and never look into it any further. The fact is, there are several pathways to building your own inground pool. In this article, we look at the three most common ways owners can fund their improvement projects, including pool installations. [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/what-are-the-best-options-for-financing-a-pool) Topics: [Swimming Pools](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/swimming-pools) ## [6 Things to Consider When Renovating Your Pool](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/6-things-to-consider-when-renovating-your-pool) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Sep 27, 2024, 12:01:51 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/6%20Things%20to%20Consider%20When%20Renovating%20Your%20Pool.jpg)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/6-things-to-consider-when-renovating-your-pool) [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/6-things-to-consider-when-renovating-your-pool) Topics: [Swimming Pools](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/swimming-pools) ## [Jalapeño Popper Pizza](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/jalapeño-popper-pizza) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Sep 20, 2024, 2:40:53 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/Jalapeno%20Popper%20Pizza.jpg)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/jalapeño-popper-pizza) #### What could be better than pizza with a zing! This is a must-have this weekend! ## Ingredients  - Homemade or store-bought pizza dough - 6-7 oz softened herbed cream cheese - ½ cup fresh jalapeño peppers, thinly sliced and seeds removed - ½ cup pepperoncini or banana peppers, drained - ½ red bell pepper, chopped - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced - 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled - 1½ cups Monterey Jack Cheese [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/jalapeño-popper-pizza) Topics: [Big Green Egg](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/big-green-egg) ## [Tailgating with the Big Green Egg](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tailgating-with-the-big-green-egg) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Sep 20, 2024, 2:37:31 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/Tailgating%20with%20the%20Big%20Green%20Egg.jpg)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tailgating-with-the-big-green-egg) Ready to celebrate game day? Why not explore tailgating with the Big Green Egg! Whether you're tailgating at the stadium or gathering around the TV, football season is a time honored tradition in Oklahoma. [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tailgating-with-the-big-green-egg) Topics: [Big Green Egg](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/big-green-egg) ## [Fall Pool Maintenance Tips](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/fall-pool-maintenance-tips) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Sep 13, 2024, 2:30:46 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/Fall%20Maintenance%20Tips%20for%20Your%20Oklahoma%20Pool.webp)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/fall-pool-maintenance-tips) Fall is starting to show its colors in Oklahoma. While it’s still warm, fall is teasing us with cooler weather. So, even though we are in the southern part of the United States, it’s still time to think about your fall pool. [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/fall-pool-maintenance-tips) Topics: [Pool Care](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/pool-care) ## [Camping With Your Big Green Egg](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/camping-with-your-big-green-egg) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Sep 13, 2024, 2:17:31 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Camping with your Big Green Egg](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/Camping%20with%20the%20Big%20Green%20Egg.jpg)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/camping-with-your-big-green-egg) Heading out to go camping with your Big Green Egg in the next month? The weather is beautiful, and it's the perfect time to take out your EGG!  [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/camping-with-your-big-green-egg) Topics: [Big Green Egg](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/big-green-egg) ## [3 Tips to Get Your Pool & Backyard Ready for Labor Day Party](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/3-tips-to-get-your-pool-backyard-ready-for-labor-day-party) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Aug 29, 2024, 8:34:13 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![3 Tips to Get Your Pool & Backyard Ready for Labor Day Party](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/3%20Tips%20to%20Get%20Your%20Pool%20and%20Backyard%20Ready%20for%20Your%20Labor%20Day%20Party.jpg)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/3-tips-to-get-your-pool-backyard-ready-for-labor-day-party) It’s hard to believe that September is actually here! For many people, Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, and it’s the last holiday where your pool is the star.  [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/3-tips-to-get-your-pool-backyard-ready-for-labor-day-party) Topics: [Swimming Pools](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/swimming-pools) ## [Maximizing Small Spaces: Creative Pool Solutions](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/maximizing-small-spaces-creative-pool-solutions) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Jul 26, 2024, 10:22:17 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/Spartan%20Pools%20High%20Resolution-2018%20Spartan%20Pools%20High%20Res-0039.jpg)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/maximizing-small-spaces-creative-pool-solutions) Have you always dreamed of having a gorgeous pool in your backyard, but you don’t think your yard is big enough? Your poolside dreams can come true, regardless of the size of your backyard. After all, we know very few people who have room for an Olympic-size pool! [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/maximizing-small-spaces-creative-pool-solutions) Topics: [Swimming Pools](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/swimming-pools) ## [What is the Timeline for Building a New Pool?](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/what-is-the-timeline-for-building-a-new-pool) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on Jun 21, 2024, 2:52:02 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![What is the Timeline for Building a New Pool?](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/What%20is%20the%20Timeline%20for%20Building%20a%20New%20Pool.jpg)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/what-is-the-timeline-for-building-a-new-pool) Are you thinking about building a custom pool? Are you curious about the time it will take? Every pool owner has been there!  [Read More](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/what-is-the-timeline-for-building-a-new-pool) Topics: [Swimming Pools](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/tag/swimming-pools) ## [It's National Water Safety Month](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/its-national-water-safety-month) Posted by [Spartan Pool & Patio](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/author/spartan-pool-patio) on May 9, 2024, 6:15:51 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/hubfs/May%20is%20National%20Water%20Safety%20Month.png)](https://blog.spartanpoolandpatio.com/its-national-water-safety-month) Every May, we turn to National Water Safety Month to remind us and our customers how important safety is when in or around water. 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