BMOP
- Thread starter foo.c
- Start date
- Oct 25, 2015
- 5,151
- Pool Size
- 25000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60 Plus
Here's an option that may work for you. Many building permit jurisdictions offer a owner builder option that allows you to file the permit, you just need to sign an owner builder waiver form, do it to their requirements and get the same inspection that a licensed installer can charge you to do. Leave the pool with the plumbing "ready for the optional adder" of a auto-fill. Start it up with hoses (you'll end up doing this anyway. And add the auto-fill later. Time to order your test kit if you haven't already done so!
Chris
Chris
Yeah I got the test kit.
I think the plaster company has gone from making up excuses to just not returning calls if they don't have good news. It's almost refreshing in a way ... LOL.
I think the plaster company has gone from making up excuses to just not returning calls if they don't have good news. It's almost refreshing in a way ... LOL.
sigh..............it is sad when it is better to NOT now than to THINK you know and they not show 
I finally got a call back. I was told that the plaster will be done next week, but they didn't know for certain when. I was told they would call me on Tuesday to let me know the day, so that rules Monday and Tuesday.
Hopefully this time next week I'll be worrying about my start up procedures.
Hopefully this time next week I'll be worrying about my start up procedures.
- Oct 25, 2015
- 5,151
- Pool Size
- 25000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60 Plus
Foo,
That's great. Hope this is behind you soon and you can focus on enjoying the pool soon! Since you've got your kit you're a step ahead of most.
Chris
Easy to work with numbers right there. You will need some muriatic acid Here is a link for new plaster Startup New Plaster
No call to schedule plaster today, which is what I expected. So close, and yet so far.
I called and left a message asking for an update, and I actually got a call back. The new story is we get plaster on Saturday or Monday, or at the worst before Thanksgiving (which I specifically asked about since we're going to have family over and it would be cool to show them a finished pool rather than a concrete hole in the ground).
- Jul 21, 2013
- 52,486
- Pool Size
- 35000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Pentair Intellichlor IC-60
What water source are you using to fill your pool?
Don't know if in this long thread you were pointed to these plaster installation articles...
www.troublefreepool.com
watershapes.com
www.troublefreepool.com
Don't know if in this long thread you were pointed to these plaster installation articles...
Ten Guidelines for Quality Pool Plaster
There are proper steps to follow for the making of durable pool plaster. There are also improper practices that can lead to early deterioration or discoloration. Following is a ten-point checklist that will help achieve a lasting and discoloration free plaster. 1. The best cement/aggregate...
www.troublefreepool.com
A Plastering 'Watch List' - Water Shapes
Taking control of the plastering process is within reach of any quality-oriented designer or builder, declares Kim Skinner. To help you on your way, he offers this step-by-step guide to managing what should happen on site before, during and after plaster
watershapes.com
Plaster Installation and Maintenance - Further Reading
www.troublefreepool.com
Prep Monday, Plaster on Tuesday, Polish and fill on Wed. So they say ...
I feel like I won the lottery ... the plumber finally showed up to hook up my autofill, and while he was here the plaster crew came out and started prepping the pool. Two things are being done on the same day! LOL.
TWO??? On the same day????? Sweeeeeeeet
Now once the water starts flowing into that thing of beauty do NOT stop it! Keep it flowing until it is in the middle of the skimmer.
Kim
Now once the water starts flowing into that thing of beauty do NOT stop it! Keep it flowing until it is in the middle of the skimmer.
Kim
The plaster crew showed up and fully prepped the pool. Since then they have been beating on a hose with a hammer for an hour while shoving my garden hose in it. I think they let plaster dry in it. Not sure if I should be scared ...
My spanish isn't good enough to follow along. They eventually got it working. Looks pretty good.
This is Hyrazzo Pacifico. They are coming back tomorrow to acid wash and polish it.
This is Hyrazzo Pacifico. They are coming back tomorrow to acid wash and polish it.
You're going to have to move that tree line back some otherwise there will be more time spent cleaning then swimmingSo glad that got the blockade out!
Kim