Awards

Rising Sun Pools: A Top 50 Pool Builder Our industry awards include national recognition from the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP) and Pool & Spa News: Top 50 Pool Builders in the U.S. – 2009– 2015 and 2019! (Pool & Spa News) Gold Medal – Geometric Pool Design…
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Winter Is Fast Approaching…Is Your Pool Winterized Yet?

The beginning of winter is here, which also signals the end of pool season - is your pool winterized yet? If you have ever opened your pool cover in the spring to discover a plethora of algae has formed during the course of the winter, you understand how frustrating it…
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It’s That Time of Year Again – Rising Sun Pool’s Annual Photo Contest! – ENTRIES CLOSED

At Rising Sun Pools, we love giving back to our customers as much as we can. That is why we are offering you the chance to win as much as $400 just by sending in pictures of your new Rising Sun pool! We currently have two contests going on at…
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Pool Maintenance Resources & Instructional Sheets

These pool maintenance sheets have been developed by Rising Sun Pools strictly for our customers' use. Please feel free to print or download any of the instructional sheets you may need. Please call with any questions you may have and remember: Always consult a pool professional before starting any treatment or…
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Do Swimming Pools Increase Home Value?

In the Raleigh area, the answer is yes! If you’re considering installing a pool, you probably have a lot of questions -- not least among them being whether or not your new swimming pool will add value to your home. Linda Craft, a local Triangle REALTOR, addressed this issue on…
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Join Us at The Southern Ideal Home Show — This Weekend!

Want to learn how a pool or hot tub can add value to your home? Ready to discover all the patio customization options available through Rising Sun Pools? Come join Rising Sun Pools at the Southern Ideal Home Show this weekend! From Sept. 27 - 29, Rising Sun Pools will…
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Swimming Pool Terminology

Weir, turbidity, gunite, balancers...at Rising Sun Pools, we won’t blame you if you get confused by all this swimming pool terminology. The pool industry is full of technical jargon, and after all -- that’s our job! But if you’d like to catch up on swimming pool 101, there’s good news:…
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Pool Covers 101: Safety & Pool Protection

As Raleigh’s hot summer climate transitions to crisp, cooler temperatures, it’s time to put away the pool toys and start thinking about how to protect your swimming pool through the fall and winter. At Rising Sun Pools, we have your solution: Industry-leading pool covers designed to protect your pool and…
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Choosing Your In-Ground Pool: Vinyl, Fiberglass or Concrete?

So you’ve decided that it’s time to take the plunge with your very own in-ground swimming pool. But the question is: What type of pool to choose? You’re probably aware that there are three major types of in-ground pools -- vinyl, fiberglass and concrete. But without the help of a…
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Your Health: Another Great Reason to Get a Pool!

From family fun to outdoor entertaining, there are a lot of great reasons to get a pool. But while we’re thinking about pool parties and increased home value, we often forget one of the best reasons to invest in a new swimming pool: Health. Here are just a few ways…
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