Small pool, spa combo with automation equipment selection

[MDT]

We are planning to sign a contract soon with an experienced pool company and I need to give some specifics about the build for them. The pool will be 10 X 16 fiberglass with salt generator, gas heater, and a few spa jets in a bench area for 1 person. No deck jets or other water features installed. The equipment pad will not be easily accessible from the pool deck area.

I want to have automation with my phone to control heating, spa function, SWG, lights and of course the pump. I have been reading about Pentair and Jandy but not sure which is the best?

 

[Jimrahbe]

MDT,

Most pool builders install one brand of equipment. What does your pool builder use???

As a general rule you want the automation, the salt cell, and the pump to be all the same brand so that they can easily 'talk' with each other.

Thanks,

Jim R.

 

[MDT]

Ah, well that will simplify my choice I haven't asked yet and his initial quote does not specify, but I have references from friends that have used this company. I will post again when I have specifics of their quote with all the details.

Thanks

 

[kimkats]

Make sure to get model numbers for all of the equipment.