The summer months mean time for vacations, outdoor events and family get-togethers. No matter what people do, plans are being made to enjoy those precious moments and/or making new memories.
While some people are looking to travel locally to family and friends’ houses, others are staying home. They could engage in family game night, movie night or some other type of themed event. There are those who would rather stay home than go out—say, to the beach. Why hassle with traffic, parking, crowds, less-than-ideal water conditions and more? There is another option to rid them of these stress points.
At Pools Plus, located in Johnston, they are the experts on installing, servicing, and maintaining pools and spas. The Martin family and their staff are trained to handle above-ground and in-ground pools designed to fit any backyard vision and to take the fear of pool ownership out of the equation.
Pools Plus Sales Manager Stephanie Marsella said the company prides itself on being there for their customers long after the pool gets installed.
“We are with the customers from the time they purchase their pool, throughout the installation, and for any future maintenance needs,” she said. “Our staff has installed more than 75 pools this season already. After the pool gets installed, our technicians will complete a thorough, at-home tutorial to teach pool care, including water chemistry and equipment maintenance. For those who do not wish to tackle these tasks, our full-service crew is available to complete openings, pool maintenance services and closings.”
In addition to those services, Pools Plus also provides the following services: liner installations, pump and filter replacements, pool rehabs to include underground re-plumbing. They have a full hardscape division that specializes in pool patios, retaining walls, walkways and driveways. Pools Plus aims to be a one-stop-shop for all your backyard designs and needs.
Pools Plus has been servicing Rhode Island since 1990, when Wayne Martin, Sr., originally opened their doors on Rte. 44 in Smithfield. Stephanie mentioned that the pool store initially had trading cards and comics for sale, formerly known as Wayne’s Cards and Comics. The reins were passed down to his son, Wayne, Jr., who began working at the store when he was only 14. Today, about half of their extended family works there in some capacity.
Due to the fact that they are a small, family-owned company based in Rhode Island, they are able to get to know their customers personally. It has created plenty of relationships over the years and has grown their company to service the entire state, parts of Massachusetts and northeast Connecticut as a result. Stephanie states that this sets them apart from their competitors in the pool industry.
“Many people will go shopping for a pool online and will see an advertised price that may differ from what they see in store. However, what the customer doesn’t realize is that they will be sacrificing quality of product, lack of guidance and access to experienced installers and technicians. It could wind up being more expensive in the long run. Plus, when you have a problem, there is nobody to call to troubleshoot and resolve the issue with.
“At Pools Plus, we’re here to help all of our customers with any problem they may face with pool ownership. We often have customers who bought their pool elsewhere call us after they learned the hard way their bargain purchase was anything but,” she continues. “When you purchase a pool with Pools Plus, our staff is here to guide you through every step of the way. We look to build relationships and not be one-and-done after the pool gets installed. Pools are not purchased for one time use, but rather an investment in your home and family that will be enjoyed for years to come.”
Pools Plus is open year round and with that comes another means of enjoyment for you and your family. Hot tubs also offer many health benefits and are the perfect way to relieve stress. They sell and service hot tubs from two well-known manufacturers based in the United States. Strong Spas, based in Pennsylvania, are well known for their hard cover. Their hard covers can hold up to half a ton of weight. Which, as Stephanie pointed out, is a very important feature for our New England winters.
Cal Spas is one of the world’s leading manufacturers in hot tubs and swim spas. Their diverse lines offer spas to meet any needs and budgets. From their new Chill Spa, which offers the benefits of an ice bath and your traditional hot tub, to swim spas, they have an option for everyone.
If you are looking to upgrade your backyard with a new pool, spa, or patio, or if you are in search of a new pool store, Pools Plus is here to help! With a full retail store and in-store water analysis they invite you to give them a call or stop by to see what they have to offer.
They are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Sunday from 9:00 AM till 3:00 PM.
For more information about their products and services, please call them at 401-764-5800 or email them at poolsplusri@gmail.com.
Additional details may also be available by visiting their website at www.poolsplusri.com.
