Recent content by Clint A

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    New build in Mesa, Az

    They were within 2% of each other, DSE being higher. I decided to utilize DSE for nothing more than I knew I wouldn't have any issues with them telling me the excavation was not dug properly. Cheap insurance I thought. I have not heard anything bad about National, I think they would do good...
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    New build in Mesa, Az

    Dcole, I just went through the process myself. I did my own layout. Excavators- DSE, Tom Nichols, and Imperial are a few. I used DSE. Electrical- Monster Power, Hagarty. I used Monster. Shotcrete- DSE, Evans Shotcrete, National Shotcrete are a few. I went with DSE. This is a list of some...
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    Salt water/chlorine vs just chlorine

    Well said pooldv. I am in the process of planning my pool and can get sales pitches from all over the internet. What has helped the most in my decision making is actual experiences from members.
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    Completed DIY Build in Gilbert, AZ

    You have me there, likely going to find out this weekend. They do look great.
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    Hello from Scottsdale, AZ

    I have been on here a few months now reading posts, pool school, and even posting a few questions. I am in the planning/design phase for an owner/build in-ground shotcrete pool with about a 20,000 gallon capacity. Right now I am leaning towards a cartridge filter, SWG, variable speed pump...
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    Completed DIY Build in Gilbert, AZ

    I like the look of those pavers also. Are you concerned with them getting too hot? I Want to install pavers also but temperature in June-August is my big concern.
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    Pool/Landscape Designers in Phoenix Area

    Thanks for the welcome Brushpup and for the information bigglesworth. I will check Bianchi out.
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    Pool/Landscape Designers in Phoenix Area

    We are planning our backyard to include a pool, gazebo, and fireplace. Our yard has some tricky slope issues and I am not comfortable designing the pool on my own. I have contacted a few landscape/pool designers but they have all told me they are design-build firms and do not just create plans...