Dig Day November 28!

[Hotbobcool]

Well, this moved quicker than expected. The permit was approved yesterday, and we dug today!

I have another thread with some plumbing designs; I'll bring everything over here.

Pool details:
18x36, 3.5-5ft waterline
18x7 sunshelf, 6"
6x10 raised spa
36' raised wall with 3 LED sheer descents

Decking/coping:
Beach Beige Porcelain Pavers


Tile:
Artistry in Mosaics Mirage


Raised spa and wall facing:
Crossville Studios - More Nut


Pebble:
Stonescapes Mini Aqua White


Before:

After:





We are bringing in 10 loads of dirt tomorrow to level it out.

 

[Newdude]

Congrats on the destroyed yard !!!!!!

I had my permit for about a week and got a call at 4p that they were coming at 7a. So I knew it theoretically was possible but still got no warning.

 

[kimkats]

Let the dirt/mud begin! Now run out there and measure everything! Add about 6" for the shell, steel, plaster. Measure from the bottom for the middle of the skimmer opening.

 

[Hotbobcool]

Let the dirt/mud begin! Now run out there and measure everything! Add about 6" for the shell, steel, plaster. Measure from the bottom for the middle of the skimmer opening.

I did notice that the sunshelf measures at about 5.5 feet currently. I assume after shotcrete and plaster, it'll be around 6 feet? It is supposed to be a 7-foot shelf though. I did let the builder know, but it is after hours.
Everything else measured fine.

More pics from today:







Also, calling @HermanTX and @ajw22 over to this thread so it's all in one spot. I think I have updated the plumbing to match your suggestions, aside from 2 blowers and MD 1,2,4. Let me know!

 

[kimkats]

If your shelf is only 5.5 there is NO way it will end up at 7' in the end. Write to your PB so you get your concern about it in writing. Ask him how he is going to "fix" it.

 

[Hotbobcool]

If your shelf is only 5.5 there is NO way it will end up at 7' in the end. Write to your PB so you get your concern about it in writing. Ask him how he is going to "fix" it.

Updated progress. Looks like they moved the rebar out a foot. Assume they'll just shoot extra gunite?

 

[kimkats]

That will work! They might put some stuff in there so they don't have to use as much concrete. Make sure the put "chairs" in. Those are things used to keep the rebar off the ground when the shell is shot. Some use ready made ones and some use pieces of bricks. It does not matter so long as it holds the steel up.

 

[Everett_88]

I did notice that the sunshelf measures at about 5.5 feet currently. I assume after shotcrete and plaster, it'll be around 6 feet? It is supposed to be a 7-foot shelf though. I did let the builder know, but it is after hours.
Everything else measured fine.

More pics from today:
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Also, calling @HermanTX and @ajw22 over to this thread so it's all in one spot. I think I have updated the plumbing to match your suggestions, aside from 2 blowers and MD 1,2,4. Let me know!

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@Hotbobcool what program created this plumbing schematic? Did your PB supply or did you make this?

 

[Hotbobcool]

@Hotbobcool what program created this plumbing schematic? Did your PB supply or did you make this?

I made it and used Autodesk AutoCAD. You should be able to use any autocad program.

It's probably over the top, but that's who I am. You could sketch it on paper.

 

[Hotbobcool]

Updated progress! Is this 6 returns under the tanning ledge? Also, looks like the skimmers are looped.

 

[kimkats]

It DOES look like there are only returns at the end of the pool and your skimmers are both at the other end. I guess the reason is for the returns to push the stuff to the skimmers. This is a new set up for me. I guess it would work but not sure I would want to sit on the shelf with the pump on. I would be worried about being pushed off the shelf LOL

 

[Hotbobcool]

Updated progress.

I'm a little frustrated. I have no way to water the pool; it's supposed to rain the next 2 days but outside of that, water isn't ran to the house yet. How big of a deal is that?
And what's the divot by the drains?

 

[kimkats]

If it were summer or early spring it would be a big problem due to the heat sucking all of the moisture out of the shell. This can cause the shell to crack. WIth it being cooler you might be okay with the help of the rain. Do you have a neighbor who will let you rn hoses from his house?

The hole could be a "pressure" release hole in that if there is any water under the pool it will go through the hole instead of pushing the shell of pool up.

 

[Hotbobcool]

If it were summer or early spring it would be a big problem due to the heat sucking all of the moisture out of the shell. This can cause the shell to crack. WIth it being cooler you might be okay with the help of the rain. Do you have a neighbor who will let you rn hoses from his house?

The hole could be a "pressure" release hole in that if there is any water under the pool it will go through the hole instead of pushing the shell of pool up.

Thank you. It's supposed to be in the high 50s and low 30s over the next 7-10 years, so cooler. Unfortunately, the closest neighbor is about 600 yards away.

 

[tommelton]

That divit/hole should indeed be to let any groundwater under the shell come into the pool so there is no pressure buildup under and around the shell. I had two of them in mine, but I had active water since dig day in/under mine.

-Tom

 

[Hotbobcool]

Updated progress for my build! They moved 10 truckloads of dirt; looks like I'll definitely need a wall, huh?

 

[DSMinAtlanta]

Looks great so far! We just started the permitting process (also in GA) so hope our project will get started in the coming weeks.

 

[kimkats]

That is some drop off there for sure! I would get something to put on the dirt to keep it from washing away when it rains.

 

[proavia]

Are there any engineering plans that state a retaining wall is or isn't needed?
When they added all that dirt, did they do it in small lifts and compact between each lift or dump it in all at once?
Are there any pillars attached to the pool shell to help anchor it into deeper undisturbed soil?

 

[Hotbobcool]

Are there any engineering plans that state a retaining wall is or isn't needed?
When they added all that dirt, did they do it in small lifts and compact between each lift or dump it in all at once?
Are there any pillars attached to the pool shell to help anchor it into deeper undisturbed soil?

No engineering plans. They are not required in Georgia, though I know the preference for them here.
They compacted and removed rocks between each lift.

No pillars. This was discussed as part of the design phase and there was a charge built in, if needed, but the team determined they were not necessary in their view.