Updated 20x40 SWG Pool Build

[Dragons Den]

This is our second pool, but first SWG. Very confident in our contractor. I do wish I had known about TFP beforehand, but I'm confident we will be happy with our new 20×24 vinyl rectangle SWG pool. We are backfilling today and rough electrical tomorrow. Pics to follow when I figure out how to size and post them

 

[ajw22]

. Pics to follow when I figure out how to size and post them

Picture Posting and Resizing - Further Reading

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[Dragons Den]

 

[an1vrsy]

Welcome to TFP! You’re here now, it is a great site where pool owners helping pool owners.

Looks like you’re going to have a beautiful pool. Keep sharing pics of your build. I’ll definitely be waiting and watching…

Edit: I forgot to add, what equipment will you be getting? Have all your choices been finalized? If not, ask for recommendations here, many posters and mods are experts and can answer any questions.

 

[Dragons Den]

My pool builder intends to install a Hayward S244T sand filter and a Hayward Tristar VS 900 pump on my 20×40 33,000 gallon SWG pool. Is this optimal? Adequate?

Thanks!

 

[PoolStored]

Assuming your builder only sells Hayward...

Personally, I'd ask a Hayward SwimClear 525 for the filter (Don't go smaller than the 425). It is cartridge. You likely will not have to clean it but once a year. Make sure he plumbs a diverter after the pump, before the filter, to facilitate lowering the water level if needed.

The 900 is ok, but I'd recommend the Hayward Tristar VS 950. It will require 230v service, but will save you money in the long run with lower electrical usage.

There are other good options, outside of Hayward. Does builder only use Hayward?

How to select pool equipment - Further Reading

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[Dragons Den]

There are other good options, outside of Hayward. Does builder only use Hayward?

Not sure if they only sell Hayward. They'll be out in the morning and I'll ask.

 

[PoolStored]

Ask about 230v service and if you can get it.
Also, post a picture of the contract (redact your name/address and builder)...maybe there is more we can help optimize.

 

[Dragons Den]

Ask about 230v service and if you can get it.
Also, post a picture of the contract (redact your name/address and builder)...maybe there is more we can help optimize.

The 900 is 230 volts according to the data plate and spec sheet. The contract basically lists what will be installed at what price. My builder is very flexible and accommodating. The build is well underway. We're almost ready to pour the concrete decking.

 

[PoolStored]

900 is a a dual voltage motor. I don't know if you are getting 115 or 230 service.

https://hayward.com/media/akeneo_connector/asset_files/T/r/TriStar_VS_900_Sell_Sheet_5efd.pdf

The 950 is a 230v motor.

The 900 is a medium head pump:


The 950 is a high head pump. It will move the same amount of water as the 900, doing so at a lower RPM and will save you $$$.

 

[Newdude]

What are all the tabs in the shell ? They used standard issue foundation forms for mine.




Also, you need rebar caps so nobody gets impaled if they fall out there. It should be provided by the PB/excavator but it may not be worth dying on that hill for only a few bucks.

 

[suzook]

What are all the tabs in the shell ? They used standard issue foundation forms for mine.

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The tabs go through the wall. They hold horizontal rebar in place, along with holding the forms in place during the pour. They break away after the pour.

 

[Dragons Den]

New pics coming up! Lot's of rain delays but Lot's of progress. Only final grade, fencing and landscaping left.

 

[Dragons Den]

More pics:

 

[Dragons Den]

And more:

 

[Dragons Den]

Almost done with this batch of pics:

 

[suzook]

Pool looks great! I just realized, you used same builder as me. Empire?? We are finished too, just waiting for our sod to be installed by our landscaper.

 

[Dragons Den]

Pool looks great! I just realized, you used same builder as me. Empire?? We are finished too, just waiting for our sod to be installed by our landscaper.

Yes indeed. Brooke and Ivan did a great job. Pool School scheduled for Wednesday. Did you post a pool build thread ?

 

[suzook]

Yes indeed. Brooke and Ivan did a great job. Pool School scheduled for Wednesday. Did you post a pool build thread ?

They did. Only issue I have is liner a little wrinkled in a couple spots. They will come back when temps are warmer, along with the water being warmer. Oh, and did you enjoy the music playing while the forms were being put up, and poured???. Here's my build

Jan 2025 IG pool build in Georgia, Sod installed!

Moving down in Jan, and wondering what a BASIC 16x32 IG pool will run me. No bells and whistles, just a basic one. I know I can get estimates once down there, but just want to get a ballpark figure, since we will be looking at homes without one.

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[Dragons Den]

They did. Only issue I have is liner a little wrinkled in a couple spots. They will come back when temps are warmer, along with the water being warmer. Oh, and did you enjoy the music playing while the forms were being put up, and poured???. Here's my build

Jan 2025 IG pool build in Georgia, Sod installed!

Moving down in Jan, and wondering what a BASIC 16x32 IG pool will run me. No bells and whistles, just a basic one. I know I can get estimates once down there, but just want to get a ballpark figure, since we will be looking at homes without one.

www.troublefreepool.com

The music was great! I enjoyed watching the crews work. Fortunately, it was close to 80 degrees when the liner went in and it it is flawless. I began filling the pool immediately, and they ran two shop vacs pulling air from around the liner overnight until the next day when the trim for the skimmers, returns and lights were installed. Overall, I'm very pleased with Empire Pools. Final grade was supposed to be Monday, but it 🌧 rained, so hopefully it'll dry out enough to finish tomorrow.