Under Construction in Tomball, TX...IG with fire feature

[court77375]

Two weeks of this...as we wait on the HOA. And wait. And wait.

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For anyone interested in our design:

 

[Suziqzer]

Looks cool! Keep us updated. We love to see pool builds!

 

[Razorhog]

Looks hot! And cool!

 

[court77375]

I saw the fire feature on Pinterest and I knew I was in trouble. Told the PB I knew it was going to take a big chunk out of my budget, but I had to have it. The entire back of my house is windows, so I wanted something to look out at during the "winter" months here in SE Texas.

This is the inspiration photo:

Looks hot! And cool!

 

[Razorhog]

If the fire generates enough heat, it would be cool to have chairs on the other side to sit out when it's chilly.

 

[court77375]

Razorhog,

That's the plan for phase II. The original concept for the pool was 4' of fire, but the kids voted for MORE FIRE, so we are going with 6'.

Burn, baby, burn.

I do have a bit of slope to my yard to contend with that may force me to build another minor-retaining wall. We shall see. Right now I just want to see them start digging. I'm more than a little displeased with how my HOA has handled everything -- but I hear from my neighbor's that our HOA is notoriously difficult to deal with. I've lived in the subdivision for over 10 years, but this is my first request for exterior improvement.

 

[Suziqzer]

I hope your plans go through with too much of a hitch. Looks like it will be beautiful!

 

[Tony411LA]

Hi Court, Congrats on starting your project. I am only 2 months into this process (since signing my PB contract) and I will tell you it is very much a waiting game. And very frustrating at times. But reading what everyone is going through and seeing how happy they are once it is complete, makes it all seem worthwhile. I love your fire feature inspiration, I am doing one on the edge of my spa. It would be great if you could post additional pictures. For some reason the folks here love pictures (me too!). Remember, we are here to support you. So feel free to ask any, and all questions you may have about the process. Best of luck on your project.

Edit: Your design did not show up in your post.

 

[court77375]

Rain, rain, go away.

Rough-plumbing was installed on Friday. Tropical Storm Cindy and her friends are turning my yard into a mud pit.

Brand new floors installed in house last week + 5 dogs + tropical storm = unhappy mom

 

[PopcornGirl2]

@Court77375:
WOW!! I love that!! I'm excited for you... So sorry about all the rain; I can relate!

Keep us posted on your pool's progress.

 

[court77375]

Thanks, Popcorn!

 

[court77375]

Gunite trucks were at the house from 2pm - 9:30 last night.