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    Burying an above ground pool in process

    I decided to document my pool project disaster for several reasons; 1)I figured I could possibly help someone decide if this headache is worth or not, 2) Hopefully get people who have done this to post some tips and recommendations, 3) Get advice from experienced or professional workers on...
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    hayward super pump wiring help

    I just opened up the box to my Hayward super pump (sp2607x10) and noticed there was no cord. I've got the pool guy coming Thursday to install the pool. I need to make sure I have power so he can connect the pump. Can I add a cord to the pump or do I need to hardwire it to the breaker? Thanks
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    Pool dig help

    I had the idea of burying my above ground pool so that it would be flush with my existing deck. I though I would need to dig 28" down on the existing deck side and a little more on the opposite side because its an incline. That hill was deceiving and we ended up taking 5 to 6 feet out. I've...
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    deck designs and blue prints

    Does anyone know where I can find deck designs and blueprints for 15x30 oval pool. I'd like to do a full deck. One end (oval end) around 10'x21' and then 4' around the remaining 3 sides. I want enough area for 4 lounge chairs and a patio set. I seen a lot of good pic's but no plans on how to...
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    New pool spe'c - does everything look right

    I'm buying a above ground oval pool 15x30. I've read some of the post and learned a bigger pump is not always a good thing. Can you guys take a look and make sure everything looks good (is the pump to big). Am I missing any thing other than the closing cover and closing kit? I'm looking at the...
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    Buying a pool

    I've been shopping for a above ground oval pool for about 3 weeks and I have no idea what to get (brand, model). Each store I go to has 2 models, a expensive model (4-5k) and their mid level pool (3k). High end pool has plastic edge, rails, caps and small buttresses, the mid level has all steel...
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    Center drain for above ground pool

    Are center drains still recommended for above ground pools? I read a few sites that said center drains are being replaced with automatic cleaners. I'm looking to install a 15x30 oval pool. Thanks