Hi guys!
Really really would like some good dialogue here.
I got a quote from a third contractor.
Plus with this is he is local! hurray! so service will be easier. he has done pool in florida for over 20 yrs i think and now is up in my area for over 10 years. he only does concrete pools. he does the dig, plumbing, coping, tile, plaster, and i think electrical. subs rebar and gunite.
Ok so. Remember 17x32 freeform pool.
1.He has 1 skimmer with 3 returns tied together. said he likes 3 returns and 1 skimmer to get the proper spin of the water to push everything to the 1 skimmer vs in 2 diff directions to 2 skimmers.
Other company 2 skimmers and 2 returns.
2. He is using a Hayward Salt generator (didn't ask model number)
Other company natura2 fusion. (I know this answer, but how is the Hayward.)
3. He is 1 light in pool. (he said as long as i don't go real dark for finish 1 is plenty. I'll add another if i really need to if you all think it is really necessary.
Other company is 2.
4. He has no dedicated cleaning line so i don't have to use skimmer.
Other company does.
5. He is using a blower for the spa jets off the filter. Says blowing air wit the water keeps pressures up.
Other company wants me to add a booster pump due to the fact the spa lines are 45 feet from pad.
6. His finish is SGM pool finish diamond bright.
http://www.sgm.cc/html_Pool/Contractors/pool_spa_fountain_finishes_diamond_brite.html
Other company is ansylbrite. can't find website.
7. spa is 7' round level with pool remember. tile wall separating with spill way. 6 jets, 2 drains, 1 light. 1 level of seat right around. 9 foot bench inside pool infant of spa
both company.
ok people hit me!
jim