I've started a couple of other posts in the past 2 years, but we have finally signed a contract with a pool builder after speaking with 9 different pool builders. What a process! It took a year and a half to get over the sticker shock. I seriously considered a DIY pool build, but my Wife wasn't on board. So here we are ;-).
Pool Specs:
Length: 34'
Width: 16'
Spa: 7' round
Gallons: 13,000
Depth: 3.5' - 6'
Plaster: Pebble Sheen (Aqua Blue)
Pool Filter: Pentair Cartridge Filter
Pool Pump: Pentair Intelliflo 3HP VS
Booster Pump: Pentair Whisperflo 1.5 HP
Gas Heater: Pentair 400k BTU Heater
Sanitizer: Pentair IC40 SWCG
Controller: Pentair ET4 w/Screenlogic 2
Water Feature 1: Raised Sheer Descent
Water Feature 2: LED Bubbler on tanning ledge
Robot: Pentair Kreepy Krauly Prowler 920
Pool Lights: 3 globrites
Spa Light: 1 globrite
Decking: Salt Finish
I'm still up in the air about a sports pool or a traditional "deep end" pool. I have 2 daughters, ages 5 and 9, and my oldest has mentioned that she really enjoys "deeper" pools. We have never been in a sports pool, but I love the concept. I'm just not sure my daughters would be satisfied with a 5' deep middle in a sports pool. So my decision to go with a traditional pool was made by my daughters. I still have a few days to change my mind, but once I submit the paperwork to our HOA, the decision is final as I don't want to start that process again.
I have a couple of questions for you guys.
1: Is the upgrade from the PSL4 controller to the Easy Touch 4 worth a $500 upgrade? I have not priced out the Easy Touch 8, but I'm sure its a few hundred on top of that....
2: Going from a depth of 6' to 7' adds about $3,400. Neither of these depths are "dive" pools, so I'm not sure its worth the cost. We signed the contract with the 7' depth, but I'm still up in the air.
This website has been awesome, so I'll become a supporter and post a picture of the pool after I've been given more photo space.
Pool Specs:
Length: 34'
Width: 16'
Spa: 7' round
Gallons: 13,000
Depth: 3.5' - 6'
Plaster: Pebble Sheen (Aqua Blue)
Pool Filter: Pentair Cartridge Filter
Pool Pump: Pentair Intelliflo 3HP VS
Booster Pump: Pentair Whisperflo 1.5 HP
Gas Heater: Pentair 400k BTU Heater
Sanitizer: Pentair IC40 SWCG
Controller: Pentair ET4 w/Screenlogic 2
Water Feature 1: Raised Sheer Descent
Water Feature 2: LED Bubbler on tanning ledge
Robot: Pentair Kreepy Krauly Prowler 920
Pool Lights: 3 globrites
Spa Light: 1 globrite
Decking: Salt Finish
I'm still up in the air about a sports pool or a traditional "deep end" pool. I have 2 daughters, ages 5 and 9, and my oldest has mentioned that she really enjoys "deeper" pools. We have never been in a sports pool, but I love the concept. I'm just not sure my daughters would be satisfied with a 5' deep middle in a sports pool. So my decision to go with a traditional pool was made by my daughters. I still have a few days to change my mind, but once I submit the paperwork to our HOA, the decision is final as I don't want to start that process again.
I have a couple of questions for you guys.
1: Is the upgrade from the PSL4 controller to the Easy Touch 4 worth a $500 upgrade? I have not priced out the Easy Touch 8, but I'm sure its a few hundred on top of that....
2: Going from a depth of 6' to 7' adds about $3,400. Neither of these depths are "dive" pools, so I'm not sure its worth the cost. We signed the contract with the 7' depth, but I'm still up in the air.
This website has been awesome, so I'll become a supporter and post a picture of the pool after I've been given more photo space.