owner/builder

Hi TFP! New member and first time posting. I have decided to go the Owner Build (OB) route with our pool. We have an existing pool with no heater and no spa that needs to be re-plastered. Since we are re-plastering it, we have decided to add on a spa. No, I do not want a free standing above...

Hello All, (This is going to be long, so bear with me) I have been interested in the owner-build route ever since I came across the idea years ago. I am using an online company called DIY Pools & Spas. The program I purchased from them includes design, plot plan, construction plan, structural...

Hi All, Wife and I are looking to install a simple rectangular play pool with baja ledge and spa. We already have the design we'd like worked up in a SketchUp drawing (see attached). I've gotten one quote that's come in at $45,000 for the pool and spa + $5000 for the water feature. $30,000 for...

Good Evening, I would love to start by thanking everyone who has taken the time to contribute and share their lessons learned. There is so much useful information on this site. This community has inspired me to take this project on. Here is a little background; My family and I moved into this...

Hello TFP community, I just got my design and it has been sent for contractor's bid. Even though this is my first time doing this big of a scale project I am up for the challenge. If anyone is in the Phoenix area and know of good contractors for any of the phases please let me know, I would...