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My debate now is changed a bit. 150 to dig it level. No fill. I bought two packs of fanfold insulation under it. Vs 250 + cost of stone so maybe 350? I am finding this is getting close to real pool install. I do not know is it worth it for the stone fill for 200 more?

Great advice. Do I still need patio brick if I do this?

Thanks. I see you are in SW PA. Not too far and I know it gets cold their too.

I am trying to join the TFP club upgrading from a 14 x 42 summer escapes pool. I got a good price $500 for an Intex 22 Ultra (about $500). Waiting to get ground level for install. This thing is massive to me anyways. I cannot imagine taking it down during winter. Can a pool this massive be...

Thanks for the advice. I did not understand the the use of stone correctly. I have seen some setups use it but was kinda concerned. This guy I found is a general contractor and not necessarily a pool guy. I think he would do the level and bed of crushed stone no problem and did mention tamping...

Hi all. I have a contractor willing to level my new install of an Intex 22x52 pool for $250 plus materials. Yard is 4 inches off I would guess. He could either dig with a bobcat a thin layer of fresh topsoil and than tamp the whole thing or mat with stone bed covered in topsoil and tampered...

Hi all, I have a 22x52 Intex Ultra sitting in my garage brand new. The thing will consume my backyard. I am also scared as I live outside of Buffalo and well you know Buffalo. I do not want to take it down this Winter. My plan was to drain below holes, shock, and cover. I am afraid that even...

You need this: Amazon.com : Intex Pump Threaded Filter Hose Conversion Kit : Swimming Pool Pump Parts : Patio, Lawn Garden I also have a question. I had a summer escapes last year and loved the skimmer . The newer summer waves pool has a different pump design and I am wondering is it...

I can help you out and you may be able to help me out. Their is an adapter you install and I have used that I got from Amazon. Amazon.com : Intex Pump Threaded Filter Hose Conversion Kit : Swimming Pool Pump Parts : Patio, Lawn Garden Funny thing is I went to the pool store and they had it...