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I have noticed the same discrepancy between the top and bottom

Here is the Mega Arbel installed. Not sure if it had been color enhanced and sealed yet in that picture. We also have Oklahoma flagstone coping.

Check out Belgard Mega-Arbel pavers. They are pavers but look like flagstone. Custom Stone Supply in Frisco off of John Elliot Dr has some installed onsite so you can see what it looks like

Same with us

That seems crazy expensive. Our pool with spa included was 600 sqft. Decking was 635 sqft. We have a huge waterfall that was included and if I remember correctly was somewhere around 10K of our price. We also had helical piers included because of our poor soil conditions. We also built a shade...

Thanks again for the reply. Unfortunately a simple roof isn't going to keep it moisture free. There are also sprinkler heads nearby that I run to keep my foundation watered. Those would shoot under any roof. This is such a frustrating situation. Which Ecostar are you thinking of? I looked at...

Thanks for the reply. PB and I have both come to the conclusion it is moisture related. no lightening associated with several of the failures. There was some rain before this last failure but don't remember any lightening. Protecting the pump has been considered but at this point I'm not keen on...

As you can see in my signature my pool was completed in June of 2013 and I currently have a 3HP Pentair Intelliflo VS with SVRS pump. I know SVRS is unneccessary with two drains and a properly plumbed pool but it is required by code here in Frisco, TX. I have been dealing with a string of pump...

Welcome Justin - I too built with Riverbend and had a good experience. We completed the pool last summer at the end of June. I immediately went the TFP route and have not regretted. I can't recommend it enough. All it takes is regular monitoring. Moreso in the summer and much less in the winter...

Also in Frisco - Used Riverbend. Got bids from Gold Medal, Foley, Hauk and Southernwind. Maybe one other but can't remember. Very happy with Riverbend

I'm no expert but in my simplistic view balancing CYA and FC keeps your water clear and algae from growing on surfaces. In other words it keeps your water in balance for people. The other properties pH, TA and CH keeps your water in balance so it plays "nice" with your equipment and pool...

Look into pavers. We went with the Belgard Arbel pavers that look like flagstone

We got bids from Foley, Gold Medal, Hauk, Southernwind and Riverbend Sandler. We narrowed it down to Foley and RBS. We went with RBS. We worked with Hank on the design and Bert was our super.

Skimmers clean, pump basket is clean. I am not sure how to check the impeller but will figure that out and check. Pressure is normal per the gauge. Pump does not sound like it is straining and I have good flow in my returns and spa. I am thinking it is probably a clogged gauge. Do I replace...

The gauge on the top of my DE filter has a threaded valve in the back/side of it that I open to purge air out of the line after I clean the pump basket or backwash. Basically you open the valve up and hear air hissing as it is purged from the line and then you get water squirting out the side of...

I am not 100% certain on this but I think for figuring out whether or not to increase your service line they may need to know both. I am not a engineer and can't be certain about what they exactly need. DISCLAIMER: I work in finance for a gas co so while I am very familiar with the gas utility...

Many of the cities in the north Texas area require by code an SVRS pump which I suspect is why the original poster has it in the plan.

It is difficult for anyone on here to answer your question about your service line upgrade requirements. Whether you need a new service line depends on the gas system in your area. What James W said is correct for a medium a pressure system. A medium pressure gas system delivers a medium level...

Another recommendation for Riverbend. They built ours this summer and we have been very happy with it. Got quotes from Foley, Gold Medal, Hauk and Southernwind. Gold Medal was and is building a ton of pools right now in our area and their pricing reflected the strong demand. They were one of...

Re: Another new build in Prosper, TX (updated 9/22) Just finished a Riverbend Sandler pool this summer. Good experience. Designed it with Hank and Bert was our super. I think that might be him in one of your pics. A few delays in the build and some frustration with the electricians but overall...

I am a newbie here and clearly no expert but I would interpret your results to mean you are making progress. Your first OCLT was 14/2 so you lost 85% (12/14) of your FC overnight. Second was 14/8 so you lost 43% of your FC overnight Third and fourth were 33% and 37.5% overnight loss. Looks...

I saw that post as well while doing some searches to try and figure it out. I do hold it straight vertical. I do apply a slight amount of pressure to get the drops to drip out. I have seen comments that the correct procedure is to squeeze to get the reagent on the tip of the bottle and then let...

That is correct. Put the water in and then add the stir bar. I am baffled by this honestly. I will try adding the extra drop as suggested but even then it doesn't make sense that I would have such a large variance.

No pucks. Used them when we filled to pool at the end of June to build up CYA but stopped several weeks ago when I got to a CYA of 40. In both cases, no bleach had been added at least 20-24 hours before either of the evening tests. Thanks for the advice on the last drop Not using the light...

Beautiful pool. What course is that you back up to?

I have had two instances where my FC has risen between two FAS-DPD tests with no bleach or other chlorine being added to the pool. The tests have usually been spaced apart by 8 - 12 hours. It happened last night and I am trying to figure out why. I know it has to be operator error of some sort...

Wow that's some good info. Thanks. I've wondered how much I need to bump up chlorine leading into or following a swim party. That helps. Thanks. You are earning your username with that post!

Thanks for all the responses. I passed the OCLT last night with no loss and only the faintest trace pink when doing the CC. I feel very confident I don't have any organics. At least until my kids got in it this morning after football practice. Bo - We are close to each other, our pools are...

Not interested in salt water. Thanks though.