Pool Building Etiquette Question
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new pool build and some questions
Comments (6)Lastcallracing, I have a pool that is 20X40 and its free form also. I have two lights and two skimmers. I also have 7 jets in my pool. I don't have a lot of trees, but believe you me until you get grass on the ground, you will have a lot of dirt in your pool. You'll be amazed at where the dirt comes from. And its not your yard you have to worry about. Any trees within 100 feet will have all of there leaves in your pool. Its murphy's law. Also your pool will be a magnet for all sorts of debris. I would think two skimmers would be better for you. I have a white finish with Hayward logic lights and it takes the place of a colored finish. Look around and you'll see how beautiful it is at nite with the multi colors. You'll love the bubblers and the tanning deck. But the biggest advice I can give you is get as much decking as possible that you can afford. I decided at the last minute to go with more decking and I love it. One it keeps grass away from the pool. And two, people can stand around your pool and not be in the grass. The mood and ambience is so different. Maybe its because we put up a gazebo near the pool. So look at your design when they come out to mark it and see if you can add more decking. You'll definitely appreciate it....See Moreneed expertise for new pool build(many questions)
Comments (0)hello, we have decided to install a fiberglass pool. met with 3 builders and one stands out (nova pools in glen burnie md). we do have a budget and are wondering if it would be a good idea to purchase our own automatic pool cleaning system. i was quoted 1450 for auto pool cleaner but have seen them in the 800-1000 range if purchased separately. also it seems less expensive to purchase our own cover. what kind of cover do you recommend? another concern is that the builder we want to use installs san juan pools. we really want to install a trilogy, would it be appropriate to ask him to install another brand? thanks for your thoughts as we are newbies!! also, what size pump would you recommend for 25x 28 fiberglass, we do want salt, is a spa worth the extra cost? any other ideas or advice for us to consider is most appreciated. thank you...See MoreNew Pool Build Questions
Comments (7)The Intelliflow comes in 3 flavors. Two have 8 preset speeds and the base model has 4. I didn't see any mention of automation. Without automation, I like the VS-SVRS for its timers. Running a pool on low to save energy will leave the skimmers ineffective. The timers in the SVRS will allow you to set periods of higher flow for improved skimmer action. It will use less overall power than a two speed. DE filters, when using DE substitute, will make your life easier as Ca. doesn't like DE and the cellulose substitute is biodegradable.. Backwashing in not a normally frequent event except in very dusty conditions. It will filter a finer particulate than cartridge or sand. A long backwash and rinse cycle can use up to 500 gallons but that would be pretty excessive, half that is more the norm. WRT the coping, depends on what it's made of. If it's cast, it isn't stone but rather more likely either ceramic of concrete. Both are pretty durable. Soft sedimentary stones tend to weather poorly. They tend to be porous, trapping moisture. In cold climates, trapped moisture freezes and expands. In fact, many coping stone types are not recommended for cold climates for this reason. I have yet to see definitive proof salt anything to do with the use of these types of materials in my region. Freeze/thaw cycles OTH, have taken their share of such materials. Marblite is a relatively soft material since the aggregate is marble dust. Quartz aggregates are significantly harder and more durable and longer lasting. They also cost more. Not all cells are the same. Each of the major brands has had issues. Some persist. Hayward's still has control board problems, Jandy has power supply issues and Pentair had a couple spins of it's design before getting some significant issues worked out. Cells typically last about 8-10 thousand hours of use. The cell sizing plays a role. An 18.000 gallon pool should get a cell rated to 40,000 as opposed to a 20.000. The cells that are run near the maximum capacity will die significantly before the cells that is rated for a bigger pool. The cost is not a big delta so it makes sense to get the bigger cell. Replacement costs today run from four to seven hundred bucks, depending on where you buy and what you are buying. LED lights all the way. Less energy, less heat, improved reliability, more colors. Halogens and incandescents will require bulbs periodically. LEDs won't. LED cost more but are worth it. The Letro Legend is a proven commodity. Hope this helps. Scott...See MoreNew Pool Build in Los Angeles, lots of pics and QUESTIONS!
Comments (48)I just found your blog while doing my initial research on pool builder (found it in your Yelp review). I loved reading about your experience and seeing the pics along the way! Thank you so much for the wonderful insight. I have to say that your pool installation has made me so excited to pull the trigger on our own, and now when I need a break at work, I go to your blog -- my new "Happy Place"....See Morejustcallmepool
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