Not much. Digging out slowly when I can dispose of the dirt. Just got a fence. Gonna put that up and go for it.
1963 pool resurection
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It's actually an orange tree and the smaller one is tangerine. Very big and juicy oranges. I still think a pool would be more refreshing though.
Yeah, I see that now 
Do you know where the supply for those irrigation valves comes from? there must be a penetration in the pool shell to get the water in there.
Do you know where the supply for those irrigation valves comes from? there must be a penetration in the pool shell to get the water in there.
Yes. There are some penetrations. I haven't dug out that spot yet but there are going to be holes In The shell for drainage. Where those pipes go through might have been the old return. Either way some patching will need to be done along with all new plumbing and electrical pipes. I'm more concerned with the bottom being broken out more than anything else.
I'm back. Had some family stuff to deal with last few months and am getting back on track for summer now.
Love to hear some feedback on this one.
Ill keep you posted as to progress.
So far I've only dug out a few spots to check for damage to shell. Nothing major so far...
Love to hear some feedback on this one.
Ill keep you posted as to progress.
So far I've only dug out a few spots to check for damage to shell. Nothing major so far...
Wow. What a nightmare trying to get a permit to bring this pool back to life. City of long beach wants an engineer to sign off structure before issuing a permit to remove dirt. Nobody wants to sign off structure without seeing it empty.
Any ideas?
Any ideas?
only in CA would you have to have a permit to dig up dirt.... here in OK, we just grab a backhoe and go at it.... redneck style....
I donno... can you let the engineer look at part of the pool you unearthed to judge its integrity? sounds like the City of Long Beach is trying to keep your pool buried in red tape along with dirt, grass, and trees.
i hope you find away around it, I would love to see this pool raised from the dead!!!!
City is requiring a grading permit?
I would hire your engineer to talk with the City and come up with a plan. There are several pool engineering firms in so Cal that have strong reputations with the building inspectors, I would hire one of them to talk to the City for you.
I would hire your engineer to talk with the City and come up with a plan. There are several pool engineering firms in so Cal that have strong reputations with the building inspectors, I would hire one of them to talk to the City for you.
The city building department has been less than helpful. I spoke with a pool engineering outfit in Tustin yesterday who suggested using the existing shell to pour a new shell into. Lame. I guess the problem on their end is signing off a 50 year old pool due to possible degradation or lack of rebar or improper structuring that wouldn't meet with today's stringent codes. Any names of possible engineers would be helpful. I really believe this pool is in fine shape. At least from what I have seen do far.
well i finally broke down and called a pool contractor to come over and check it out. ill let you know what he says.
Well pool guy #1 says it should be no problem. He thinks like I do that it should be a simple remodel and getting the permits should be no problem. He is also willing to do only the things I need him to and leave the rest to me. Now to figure out what that will actually entail.
Pool guy #2 is scheduled for tomorrow night. See if he has similar thoughts.
Pool guy #2 is scheduled for tomorrow night. See if he has similar thoughts.
Yeah I think we are going to keep the tile if we can.
Pool guy #2 agrees too.
Looks line this thing might really be happening!
Pool guy #2 agrees too.
Looks line this thing might really be happening!
I love the fact you are resurrecting this pool! I hope this all goes well for you. Keep us updated!
Tag to keep up with this thread. Looks like it is going to be a beautiful resurrection.
Thanks. Feeling pretty hopeful for it again.
Any equipment recommended ?
Thinking about going all Hayward with salt water.
Anything else anyone wished they would have installed when they had the chance?
Doing simple remodel with spa addition. No rocks or water features.
Thanks
Any equipment recommended ?
Thinking about going all Hayward with salt water.
Anything else anyone wished they would have installed when they had the chance?
Doing simple remodel with spa addition. No rocks or water features.
Thanks