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    Let's talk Pool Equipment enclosure.

    So I need to change my enclosure to something I actually like. So I need ideas. I have an area 13' length, 6' high, 5' wide that I need to come up with an idea. I had a temp solar shade thing but I just pulled it out. Now I need to put something in its place. I need ideas... I do have a...
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    Pentair 320 In-Line Chlorinator issue.

    Right now the In-Line chlorinator seems to have a vacuum lock, I have to go out and unscrew the cap while the pump is running and wait for it to fill. I have pulled the black water line off of it and there is positive flow... It doesn't happen every time but enough that it has become...
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    This one

    Yea it’s kinda off topic but could you imagine building this one? This is only a 1/3 of the pool...[emoji15]
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    Owner Builder - Things to look out for.

    SO before I started my build there was no real place on this board that had a consolidated list of "Things to watch out for" or "Think about doing this".. Now this thread should be a living document and everyone should be able to add their thoughts on here. BUT I don’t control that… So if...
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    So I’m just about to get my pool finish..

    I have a pool person who would come twice a day to scrub and balance the water for $250. So my question to you all that have done it yourself is, am I wasting money by doing this? I cannot guarantee to be home due to traveling for work and can’t rely on anyone to do it for me. The obvious...
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    Easytouch 8 with 6 glow bright lights and 1 300w inverter.

    So here is my setup (see photos) My question to you all is this: can I with the Easytouch have the lights on and allow them to each be set to different colors or to have some lights on and off in the pool/spa? The guy who setup the pool's elec said that I need to have another inverter to...
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    Built in Table

    I need to understand how the table top is attached to the base if you have a table built into the pool during construction. I'm at a crossroads with a decision, build it in or just put an umbrella tube in and make something work like this -...
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    IC40 - Vegas

    Ok so when I bought my equipment I was talked out of getting and using a SWG. Almost everyone I have talked to said that after 2-3 years it’s a pain in the rear. So because I don’t know what I don’t know, is that a wise choice...?
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    How many pumps?

    I have a 8x8 spa with 12 jets (upper and lower plumbed separate), plus I have a seating area with 6 jets and 2 led bubblers on a sun deck. Right now im thinking 2 pumps, one blower? Pump one and blower for Spa and bubblers. Pump two - pool cleaner and for seating area jets? Now for the...
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    PHin

    Thoughts? Smart Water Care for Pools and Hot Tubs | Simplify Pool Care | pHin
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    O/B Pool Henderson Nevada..

    Ok so I’ll getting ready to start an O/B in Henderson Nevada. I have financing in place. My budget is 40k, I’m hoping to go below that. I’m finalizing the design and wanted to get input on finished surfaces. I’m thinking some type of tile for decking, what my problem is deciding on what to...
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    Design software

    Those who have experience with using 3D pool studio @ $100 per month vs paying $600 - $1200 for design. Are there any benefits besides the obvious?
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    Hey all from Vegas

    I ran across this board doing research on being my own contractor to buid a pool. This looks like a great site to aid me in me building pool myself. Now about me... I am a land surveyor and have been for over 25yrs. I have worked in the field for many years and then in the office. I have...