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What are some of the basic considerations of designing a well operating spa? I read the small section in Hydraulics: have you lost your head, but there wasn't much there beyond pipe sizing, 2.5'' vs 3'', and number of jets factoring into head calculations. I am aware of the severe importance...

Is it realistically possible to upgrade an older, now out of code singular main drain system to a newer one complying w/ new code requirements in FL? You know, having two main drains plumbed 36'' apart... I'm just curious, as my parents are going to do a drain and remodel on their older (early...

I've been lurking on here awhile, and have been quietly planning my pool build in North Central FL. This question is for those of you here in the southeast. In my backyard, there are plenty of longleaf pine trees. One of them happens to be right where my pool decking will eventually go. It...

Hey, all. I've continued my research into building my future pool, and I have read of some bad experiences some homeowners have had with pool builders, and their subcontractors. Namely, homeowner paying pool builder, pool builder not paying subcontractor, and subcontractor filing mechanic's...

Realistically, how important is it for the owner of a newly constructed gunite pool to be familiar with the calcite saturation index? I understand the basic scientific concept that having an inadequate concentration of CH in the water opens the possibility for the water's craving to dissolve...

What is the advantage of running a dual main drain setup as opposed to a singular? Is it to mitigate the risk of suction in the event someone were to sit on or get their hair stuck in the drain? I know that kids are instinctively drawn to differences in structure/protrusions in the walls and...

Hi, everyone! This is my first post, but I have been lurking on here about a month now. I am planning on contracting a pool builder to build me a 17x30 in ground shotcrete pool with a spa. I would like to have a 6' deck coming off of the pool in each direction, and am leaning towards pavers...