Step one: planning and quote process.
We collected quotes from 5 different contractors.
All of them had their quirks and sales pitches.
We ultimately went with a company that gave us a solid initial quote and could start the soonest.
Since another customer had ordered and Imagine pool we were told if we got under contract on the pool we would see a $2,000 savings since they could bundle shipping with the other pool. The sales person we initially worked with left the company right at the time we were signing the contract so at this time we did not finalize the entire scope of the project as we were told we could hash out the additional features over the next couple weeks while to pool was still en route.
May 11th we signed a contract for the standard installation of the fiberglass pool with the intention to address additional features with change orders.
I would say this was our first big mistake. Not only was this used to to push back timelines and gain favor as the pool contractor but we never gained a full understanding for the cost of the project until we were well into the build.
Ultimately we decided to go with the following additional features:
Electric Heat/Cool pump
Salt System
3 wall LEDs - standard, no additional charge
2 LED Bubblers on the 18" pad area
2 deck jets at the deep end
Water Fountain Feature with firebox on top
Automation
I am not sure the rules for sharing costs associated with each line item so if anyone cares and it is allowed I can provide. I will also provide specifics for equipment to the best of my ability.
Attached are the images from the site before the build/dig commenced and the initial rendering for the project.
