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Looking to add some color around the pool area. We should have done this when pouring the deck a few years ago but here we are. Received a quote for about $2800 to do approx 700sq/ft of decking. Don't love the price but it is what it is. I am little concerned about how well the color will hold...

Hi everyone, Almost to the end of our build and things have been going well until we realized that one of our pool lights were not properly connected before backfill and concrete patio was poured. Found this out while our pool was being filled with water. My contractor is looking into solutions...

In the process of building pool and water was delivered two days ago. Today I noticed the pool had dropped several inches. My builder comes by and I start filling by hose, thinking nothing of it. Another worker comes by and he notices the water is leaking out through the hole where the pool...

Yes. I told him I didn't feel comfortable signing the release until I could confidently sign off on the release of funds. Which included him fixing the chip, cleaning the coping and any surrounding concrete left over. The biggest issue was the discrepancy in sq. ft, almost 200 sq. ft. After I...

Spoke with the subcontractor today and he says he will fix it and still has to clean up the coping and surrounding area. I've noticed that I have a few rough spots on the patio which he claims will wear down as we start walking on them. He says it is the fiberglass mesh mixed within the...

Hi everyone, In the middle of the pool build and Tuesday they poured concrete. Typical concrete pour with nothing fancy. Everything looked great from afar, even told my PB so but today, on closer inspection I notice a few issues near the coping. A few rough areas and chipped out pieces in some...

Definitively doing my own landscape!

Time is definitely a factor and I can't imagine the headaches chasing people down with all of the crazy weather we get in Michigan.

Wanted to get thoughts on what others have done during construction. Basically it comes down to using my pool company's subcontractors and have them deal with the headaches of organizing, scheduling, etc. and pay a premium price for their services or find them myself and try to get everyone...

Hi everyone, Excavation started last week and the pool is starting to take shape. Excited how fast everything is moving and just passed inspection on the footings and backfill. Anyways, had a neighbor stop by and showed him around. He owns a pool and asked why we didn't have a main drain in...

Thank you! I have read other's thoughts on variable speed pumps as well. This is definitely an area where I want to upgrade.

Michigan: These were part of my estimate. 16x32 pool. Curious everyone's thoughts on this equipment and if there is any area I should invest in upgrades. Dig should be starting soon. Thanks! Pump: MaxFlo XL 1.5 HP Pool Pump (Single Speed) MaxFlo XL | Pumps | In Ground Pool Pumps - Hayward Pool...

We are in the process of getting our pool built, same size, and we too had the dilemma of sports pool or a deep end. We eventually chose having a deep end. There was no additional cost from one to another.

I looked through previous post of yours. The blocks look amazing!

Hi everyone, We have plans for a 16x32 SW pool to be installed in the spring. Our original quote calls for basic aluminum coping around the pool area with roughly 820 sq. ft of brushed concrete surrounding the pool (12*4*4*6). To add a decorative look, we wanted to do 2' of a stamped & darker...

Thanks for responding. I will do my best to answer these questions. - Update your state (Davison where?) Davison, Michigan - How many gallons pool? 18,600 - Omni 500 … which one? The speed and horsepower. Variable speed 1HP - Salt water system … confirm brand (Hayward) and what size? Hayward...

Finally decided on a contractor we feel comfortable with. Quote was very competitive and we plan on moving forward with him. Would appreciate any help on this quote, it is so new to me I have no idea what to look for. Any suggestions or questions I should be asking before finalizing? 16x32...

Congratulations! I am going through a similar experience. May I ask why you chose Aquaholics after all consideration? What made them stand out above others? I am having a difficult time pulling the trigger, waiting for the perfect contractor that may not come. Do you have any suggestions on...

Great information. Thank you!

Thank you for your response. Pool depth.... That is something else we need to consider. All contractors told us it will have no impact on cost. I like the idea of a deep end but the party pool option with a 5-6' deep area in the middle is something to consider. No diving board though.

Hello everyone, Complete newbie here and when I say newbie, I mean it; never owned a pool and rarely swim. My wife grew up with one and I want my two young girls to have the same experience. I am excited to learn from everyone here and value your experience. We are in the process of gathering...