New pool deck, should I replumb entire pool

[troubledpoolnerd]

Good day,

I just had a new pool paved patio done and upgraded equipment, but the contractor connected to part old pipe buried under the patio (under an old patio that was just replaced 3 months ago) and now the return line is leaking under the new paved patio. he won't fix it. anyway the patio needs to be ripped out again to fix the leak. I called another contractor (call him A) who recommended that if I was ripping out the patio again to fix the old pipe leak, why not replumb entire pool (which, if I'm not mistaken is just pool and skimmer lines right? -PLEASE CLARIFY THIS ALSO THANK YOU)
Another contractor (call him B) said its fine to fix just the old pipe leak and leave everything else that's working there.

I do not want to rip out this patio again for at least 50 years, which contractor should I listen to? A or B?

Thanks

 

[HermanTX]

I think in your other post on similar issue that the original contractor did some replumbing. it was unclear to what extent as you were mainly concerned about the leak that occurred.

The skimmer is part of the gunite shell but you possibly can get to the plumbing close to it. Also, all return lines go through the gunite shell so you still have to connect to the old pipe on the exterior of the shell.

It may be best to make a drawing of the pool, showing the skimmer and each return and main drain if applicable. Also show the distance to the equipment pad. do you have any additional suction lines i.e. for a second pump? Then indicate to the contractors A & B as to where they plan to connect new plumbing so it is clear what the task will be.

I assume there is a considerable cost difference between Contractors A & B if the scope of work is quite different.

 

[troubledpoolnerd]

My pool is vinyl. Not gunite.

 

[HermanTX]

My pool is vinyl. Not gunite.

Thanks for clarification - please update your signature as that will be helpful for future discussions.
Go to Settings (on left) then go to Signatures to edit and put in your critical pool information.

i would still make a graphic of your current pool and plumbing and ask each contractor to document what they plan to repair or replace.

 

[sktn77a]

My in-laws have a 65 year old pool with PVC pipe and its still just fine - no leaks. There should be no need to replace it all once you have identified and repaired the leak. Of course, it all depends on the added cost, but I doubt it will be worth it.