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  1. casiokid

    How is this style of modern coping done?

    We have that exact coping design, and we used 16x24 (2" thick) individual pre-cast concrete pieces. You won't be able to achieve that look with just poured concrete. It won't be nearly as precise and linear along the edges. Also, there are very few options for a 90 degree straight edge...
  2. casiokid

    Bluestone coping, Sharpness of regular VS Bullnose

    We have precast concrete coping with straight edge sides, as well as a 7x7 spa on one end, at the same level as the pool. We absolutely love it, both aesthetically and functionally. It looks much better than bullnose, and fits our modern, geometric home, which sounds more like what you’re going...
  3. casiokid

    pool blaster max Li review & fail story

    We just bought ours, and after one use, it no longer powers up. It’s probably the same issue. I’m going to have to contact Amazon for a return as well. I love the idea of a cordless pool vacuum, but they’re pretty useless if they can’t withstand being submerged.
  4. casiokid

    Pentair Mastertemp 400 r14 Error Code...

    After some research, it seems that the heater itself does not switch modes on its panel when changing modes on the EasyTouch. It simply heats to the temperature determined by the EasyTouch. So, the behavior I am experiencing is normal. The only other thing I had to do was set the temperature on...
  5. casiokid

    Pentair Mastertemp 400 r14 Error Code...

    Fixed it!!! My EasyTouch was set to "Man. Heat>ON". Once I turned that off, it worked from ScreenLogic. Now I have another issue... When I turn on "HEATER" from the Pool menu in ScreenLogic, it fires up the heat. When I turn on "HEATER" from the Spa menu in ScreenLogic, it fires up the heat...
  6. casiokid

    Pentair Mastertemp 400 r14 Error Code...

    Hi all! We just had our gas hooked up today and finally fired up the heater. We have a Pentair Mastertemp 400. It turns on, runs through the light show and displays the temperature. I can press "POOL" or "SPA" and the heater starts working. However, when I try to turn on the heater through...
  7. casiokid

    Air Blower Installation Question...

    So, it was sealed and it wasn't a big deal that I cut that then, right? Our spa is a good 60' from the equipment pad, so it was suggested that we use one. We'll see how it feels once everything is up and running! Thanks for the reply!
  8. casiokid

    Air Blower Installation Question...

    Hi all, I had to install our air blower on to the vertical PVC spa pipe today and I just want to double check that I didn't do anything wrong... I was told I could cut the vertical PVC and just put the blower on top. As I was cutting the PVC pipe, there was a release of air, which made me...
  9. casiokid

    Question about interrupted concrete deck and drainage...

    We're in Vegas, so I don't think water is a huge issue, but I've been told it can rain pretty heavily (we only moved here 8 months ago). Our contractor is suggesting an underground pipe with some drain caps under the rock...it seems like a good solution, but if we don't REALLY need it, I'd...
  10. casiokid

    Question about interrupted concrete deck and drainage...

    Hi all, I have a question about the need for drainage with an interrupted deck. Our deck will be comprised of rectangular, poured-in-place concrete blocks with Mexican Beach Pebbles in between each one. In my mind, this separation eliminates the need for a deck drain, or any sort of sloping. Am...
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  12. casiokid

    Who connects the spa blower?

    Perfect! I believe the PVC pipe that the blower goes on has a cap on it, so I'll just see if I can pop it off and put the blower on top. We don't have a pool builder. We're subcontracting ourselves, which is why I wasn't sure! Thank you for the answer!
  13. casiokid

    Who connects the spa blower?

    Hi all, We had our final electric done last week and they hooked up the spa blower to the panel, but then just left it on top of the other equipment. Do I need to call the plumber back to install the blower on the the PVC pipe, or is there another trade that takes care of that? Thank you!
  14. casiokid

    Any recommendations for Start Up Service in Henderson?

    Hi all, We're still in the construction phase, but close to completion! Does anyone have any good recommendations for a start up service in Henderson? It's our first pool, and I want to make sure I get everything right! Thank you!
  15. casiokid

    Final electric done, should I connect my ScreenLogic Wireless Interface or wait?

    Thanks Jim! I actually had no idea there could be so many schedules. I'm learning something new every day! I'll be sure to keep that in mind when setting everything up! Thanks again!
  16. casiokid

    Final electric done, should I connect my ScreenLogic Wireless Interface or wait?

    Thanks for the responses! I had the same concerns about turning it on and possibly harming some of the equipment. I think I'll just get the protocol adapter and wireless adapter plugged in and connected to the router and be done. As for the functionality of the system, maybe someone can...
  17. casiokid

    Maybe an OB pool in Las Vegas...

    Hello and welcome! My wife and I are in Henderson and are halfway through our O/B pool. We are very DIY, but realized there are a lot of things we couldn't do without the manpower or know-how. With that being said, we still decided to general-contract everything ourselves and asked a LOT OF...
  18. casiokid

    Final electric done, should I connect my ScreenLogic Wireless Interface or wait?

    Hello! We had our final electric done today with the EasyTouch PSL4 system setup. Should I turn the breakers on and get my wireless connection all set up to the load center, or should I wait for everything else to be ready to go? We still have coping, decking, and plaster to do, but I thought...
  19. casiokid

    Tile installed today, and now it’s raining!

    So, our pool tile was finished today, and roughly six hours later, it’s starting to rain. Are there any major concerns or issues I should be worried about?
  20. casiokid

    4x12 Pool Tile Installation

    Thanks for the feedback! I was on the fence about it, and my wife wasn’t crazy about the idea either. Thanks again!
  21. casiokid

    4x12 Pool Tile Installation

    Hi all, I'm debating whether my wife and I can do the pool tile installation ourselves. We purchased 4x12 glass tiles, which will be two rows tall (8 inches total). I've never personally installed any kitchen or bathroom tile, but it doesn't look incredibly hard. Does anyone have any tips or...
  22. casiokid

    Deck Drain Question - Henderson Owner/Builder

    We already have our permit, and the structural drawings don’t have any drainage listed or marked. That’s why I think it should be ok. The pool will be 11’ from the house and have concrete and rock in between. I think a good fail safe would be to install that flexible drainage just to be sure...
  23. casiokid

    Deck Drain Question - Henderson Owner/Builder

    That was my initial plan! I just didn’t know if it was necessary. The former concrete pavers closest to the house will be pitched away from the house. I honestly think with all the rocks and crevices, water won’t really be an issue.
  24. casiokid

    Hello World!

    Hi all, I just wanted to stop by to introduce myself (as the Welcome email instructed)! I have been reading this site a lot since starting our owner/builder project here in Henderson. We start our excavation next week, and I'm sure I'll be visiting this forum the WHOLE TIME! I look forward to...
  25. casiokid

    Deck Drain Question - Henderson Owner/Builder

    Hi all! Long time reader, first time poster! We are starting our Owner/Builder pool project in Henderson next week and I have some questions about the deck drain... The plan we designed has an interrupted deck that will be comprised of sand finished formed concrete and Mexican Beach pebble...
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