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Agreed, there’s just too many models but many are the same from both Polaris and Maytronics. For me, I’m honing in on the Dolphin Premiere just because it has an oversized leaf bag option. That is my big gripe with my old Polaris, it does just an ok job getting those up off the bottom. I...

Thanks for this forum but am I the only one frustrated with what should a simple, straightforward effort. Ok my Polaris 9550 sport died suddenly, according to my local repair guy. Needs a cord (I believe just a new connection or cleaning the wires and tightening,) and a control panel. The...

i do have a 'plan B,' I can have an acquaintance with a Bobcat move the dirt around in the yard and compact it for about $500. The rocks, maybe 12 or so can be used within the landscape around my yard, it's just a pain to move them. I'm going to wait until the decking is done and address with...

Update: Well it's been quite busy for the past few months from my last post. We broke ground on 12/19/16 and I'm nearing the end of construction; currently I'm waiting on the concrete decking and Pebble-Tec to be completed this next week (weather permitting.) i do do have a general dumb...

Very likely will do automation but it's not a must for us. It it makes it easier to maintain and isn't cost prohibitive.

I have 5 quotes total, this PB is cheaper by a few K of the next one up. I'm meeting up with the owner on Saturday to discuss options, if I get any further red flags I'll move on. Shame, this outfit seems to have some great ideas with regards to design and the like.

Claims the salt causing issues with pumps and other components, also bad on the Pebbletec. Should I go with someone else over this?

According to the PB we would have two skimmers and three or for returns. The PB really does not like use a Salt-Clorinator (Salt system) and tells me that they'll install a Salt system but I'll have no warranty. Of course this is a red flag for me so I'm somewhat stuck; I like this PB and their...

All, I'd like some critique here on my purposed build; I've removed all the pricing as I'm not looking for that just if there's anything I need to add/subtract here. Also some thoughts on the draw-up from the PB. The fire-pots will be nixed due to cost, I can't justify the cost plus I have the...

Ok thanks. Any other brands I should consider?

Ok stand-alone spa folks, what spa models are the best? Assuming Hot Springs is still tops?

Paul, thans for the information in your response; honestly that's better news than I had anticipated. I get that a gas heater is faster to heat, cheaper to buy, etc but with propane costs being what it is honestly I likely wouldn't kick it on very much. I've been trying to find out how much gas...

Primarily this is for spa use and I'm really confused. Planning on building a pool in the next 6 mos and I'm trying to decide what's the smart play here with my situation. So a pool/spa combo, yes I really want the spa, but my only choice is propane or electric HP. I've researched the heck out...

Thanks for for the advice poolv, I didn't want to thread-jack anyone and certianlly didn't want to 'spam' the board. I'm at a point where I've got to decide what I want to do and don't want to make a costly mistake.

Good question, let me piggy-back on your's somewhat....I'm planning on a pool and spa, one PB recommends the heat pump but I fear it won't work for the spa very well outside of the dead summer. Anyone have experiance here? If I were to use propane, just realisticlly how much propane would I use...

Here's from the deck looking out. Total is 1.37 acres for my lot so I do have plenty of space to play with. My septic field sits to the right of my yard, right where the playset is sitting so that area is out. I will very likely have to have the septic supply line from my tank (left side of...

I dont have have a survey yet, I'm working on that. As for approximate pool dimensions, somewhere about 18' x 36' or so. Must have a Baja Shelf and a Spa, a bench somewhere would be great. Placement of the shallow end and spa closest to the house. - - - Updated - - - I do not, let me snap...

Singke kid, he's 5 years old. My wife and I have no plans on moving. The pool will be used for family entertainment, social get togethers and a spa for my wife and I to relax. Hope this helps... - - - Updated - - - This is is my concern, that a lagoon'ish pool will be out of style in 10...

Yes, the lot is mostly flat. It does have a very small slope from right to left; a couple of PB's have mentioned needing a small retaining wall on the back of the pool due to the slight slope.

All, Thanks to this forum and posters here for helping me on my journey so far. My wife and I are somewhat torn on the overall shape we want for our pool and the PB's we're working with seem to just want to crank out a cookie-cutter design that they have in their portfolio; problem is we've...

All, thanks for the information. This is pretty much what I figured from my research. let me follow up, I'm assuming I want to stick with a standard SWG Chlorinator at this point.

I'm narrowing down my choices on builders and found one I really like but they're suggesting a Paramount U/V system over a standard SWG. They're a Jandy dealer and suggest all 'pro' equipment except for this unit. Ive done some research and the general consensus I've found is 'meh.' What are...

Re: Georgia Pool Build.... No Longer O/B :) Look good to me, I too am starting my journey but I haven't got a design pinned down yet. I'll very likely end up with something like you've got but with the addition of a spa set-up 12" or so to spill-over into the pool. I do want a tanning ledge...

My wife and I have decided to install a pool by early next year. We pretty much know what we want, (spillover spa, tanning ledge, ease of maintenance in a free-form design. That's about as far as we've gotten though although I'm taking the advice here and researching the various pumps, filters...

Thanks for the advice so far and yes I'm aware the pebble-tech finish on concrete is recommended. We've had two concrete builders promise a lifetime surface warranty. Cost wise there seems to be very little difference so the main factors for us will be time to install, overall look and...

Hey everyone, thought I'd join up here to learn about owning and maintaining a pool. So I've decided to put an in-ground pool at my house but I'm simply overwhelmed with the whole process. I'm torn between going with a concrete pool or a fiberglass pool; here in the metro Atlanta area you...