Hey Bryan, I'll be honest I was a bit skeptical when I started this. I have some very minor building experience (Built an outdoor shed that came in a box with instructions and landscaped my entire front yard right down to curbing and sprinklers), but never took on something like this!! I have not come across anyone that has "HORROR STORIES" as an owner/builder, but did find some people that had "issues" along the way that got resolved quickly. As for warranty stuff, I am happy with the 2-year warranty pentair gives for all their equipment. And I stuck with subs that are highly regarded in the biz. I am mostly worried about plumbing because of the amount of pipe I have on this project, but my plumber is a REALLY good guy and said he would come out for any issues I have. Thats probably the only good thing about having a pool builder is the warranty they will provide (1-5 years typically), but the money I have saved by doing this myself has allowed me to get some pretty nice upgrades if you have been reading my thread. So far, no real issues, hope it stays that way!!!
Good to hear you bleed maroon and gold!!! ASU/Notre Dame in Dallas this year, you going?