Do you need the two bottom drains ? My pool service guy said they are not needed. Inground 30x60. The pipes run up to the pump but they are not connected. Pool has 3 skimmers and 8 jets.
The reason that the pool guy may not want to install the MDs is because it can trigger VGBA requirements. This requires dual MDs with VGBA compliant covers or a SVRS system on the pump. Are you pulling permits for the work?The last owner walked away from house ( bank sale ) he took or sold all the pool equipment and took a saw and just cut all the pipes at pump. I paid $600 to reconnect all the pipes when I bought all new equipment. The pool guy just doesnt like bottom drains. He said they are useless. I want them conected.