Oasis Pools & Spas Ltd. - Calgary, AB, CA

Testimonials

Rhonda Thaiheimer - Calgary

“Every year since we had the kids, we’ve had some kind of pool for them, starting with the tiny inflatables. And every year as the kids got bigger, the pool got bigger,” says Rhonda Thaiheimer, whose family has recently taken the plunge and built a permanent outdoor pool in their backyard. With their three boys now 10, 13 and 16 years old, the Thalheimers opted for a 16-by 32-foot in ground vinyl liner pool, big enough for three growing boys and two adults who like to swim.

It really is a lifestyle choice, says Thalheimer. Her husband Jim, an independent television director, travels extensively and relishes his time at home. Building their pool was a family decision.

“We' re not campers. We asked the kids if they wanted to travel, or get a pool. So, guess what they picked? They figure they can always travel when they’re older.”

Lisa Buzzell - Calgary

“We decided this is our Lake Windermere,” she explains. “We didn’t want to get into the commuting game.” Both husband and wife grew up in eastern Canada, where cottages and lakes are summer mainstays. “This house has become a sort of a cottage home, it has everything. It’s a lifestyle choice.”

The owners’ south-facing Roman end pool is surrounded by a textured concrete patio just off the kitchen, where mom can keep an eye on her two young children. Her “little fishes” often spend up to four hours a day in the pool.

“We have friends over on the week end to play tennis, the kids jump in the pool and they go swimming, it’s a really social thing,” says the owner.

Don and Shelley Franklin also find their pool the centre of their family’s summer social activities. The Franklin’s, who have two young daughters, regard their pool as another child. It’s demanding and almost always in need of attention, but they love it all the same. And the girls practically live in it from the Victoria Day weekend in May to the Labour Day weekend in September.

Kids aren’t the only ones who enjoy pools.

Debbie Hergenhein - Calgary

This letter is just a brief note to say “thank-you” for your prompt and efficient service of our pool. I really appreciate the fact that one phone call resulted in immediate action, and attention to our needs, as during a hectic work day, worrying about a pool is low on my priority list. I had never previously called upon your company’s service, however, I commend your business operations, which are superior to the other company I had dealt with in the past, and would recommend your services to our friends.

Thank - you once again.

Jackie Robertson - Calgary

Just a short note to say thanks so much for the great service. I seem to be telling everyone about your great customer service. It's nice to know that there are companies out there that really do that extra step for the customer.

Thanks again.