Help with leaning pool handle.

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pb4uswim

pb4uswim

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Among a few other things the pool builder did, the holder for my pool handle was not put in level. Therefore, my handle leans pretty bad to one side. Strange is that the first year when they originally put it in, it either wasn’t that way or I some how just didn’t notice (doubtful). The builder was out last year fixing my laminars and they couldn’t get it straightened out either. I thought there was some trick but alas, not the case.

I’m thinking of trying to have the pipes bent a little to make it appear straight but thought I’d ask here to see if there’s any ideas. Thanks.

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Remove the escutcheon plate and see if you could remove the rail and then wedge (it'll be a custom fit) a peice of wood between the rail and the fixture.

The idea being to install the rail crooked enough that it is actually straight where it's visible above the deck.
 
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duraleigh said:
Remove the escutcheon plate and see if you could remove the rail and then wedge (it'll be a custom fit) a peice of wood between the rail and the fixture.

The idea being to install the rail crooked enough that it is actually straight where it's visible above the deck.
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I thought about that as I was installing it today (I take it out each season so the safety cover fits.) I don’t think there’s enough play in the fixture. I tried making it straight with the fixture loose and it got better, but not by much. It will be an option if nothing else, but I’m hoping there might be a different option. I was thinking about taking it to a muffler shop and seeing if they can bend it just a little bit.
 
Unless it’s bent to begin with if it’s flat on the deck then the deck must be tilted. Otherwise your bottom plate must be bent to begin with….
 
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That may drive you more nuts especially if it’s not exactly right. Or they scratch it up. The back straight part wouldn’t be a problem but the front curved part might pose a problem getting it into a bender & adjusting it even a little without egging the end of the pipe. I say to meet in the middle of straight with Duraleigh’s idea and call it good.
 
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Mdragger88 said:
That may drive you more nuts especially if it’s not exactly right. Or they scratch it up. The back straight part wouldn’t be a problem but the front curved part might pose a problem getting it into a bender & adjusting it even a little without egging the end of the pipe. I say to meet in the middle of straight with Duraleigh’s idea and call it good.
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I agree, stainless steel does not bend and the issue is the rail anchors
 
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In my opinion, it is not in the correct place.

It really needs to be over the water so that it is more accessible.

In any case, it is the builder's problem; they need to figure it out.

Maybe core drill around the anchors and then adjust and fill in with strong epoxy.

Don't cut the bond wire that should be connected to the anchors.
 
JamesW said:
In my opinion, it is not in the correct place.

It really needs to be over the water so that it is more accessible.

In any case, it is the builder's problem; they need to figure it out.

Maybe core drill around the anchors and then adjust and fill in with strong epoxy.

Don't cut the bond wire that should be connected to the anchors.
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It’s to the point where the builder is no longer welcome on my property. If I see him again, it will likely be in small claims court. There are a number of issues that were caused by the concrete subcontractor. I’m working on a financial settlement because while the issues are irritating, the effort to fix them is just not worth it. To fix everything correctly, the concrete around the pool would have to be replaced. As you point out, the bond wire is an issue that makes repairs (versus replacing the concrete) a problem. Plus, one of the main issues is the concrete itself. The broom finish is so rough that it makes it uncomfortable to walk around the pool barefoot.
 
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Texas Splash said:
Well, my comment is of absolutely no help at all other than to say you have a very nice pool and backyard. Quite the playground. Whatever the outcome on the handrail, you have a nice set-up. Enjoy your weekend. :swim:
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You’re a gentleman and a scholar but I think you viewed the second picture I posted as being from my property. I wish :). It’s a photo from the manufacturer’s website.

This is from my backyard and despite my frustration with the builder, I will enjoy the weekend. You do the same.IMG_2007.jpeg
 
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I would core drill out the existing anchors and fill in the holes with concrete.

I would core drill two new holes in the correct place and install Saftron anchors and a Saftron rail which does not require bonding.

I would have the concrete sanded down so that it is the texture that you want.
 
JamesW said:
I would core drill out the existing anchors and fill in the holes with concrete.

I would core drill two new holes in the correct place and install Saftron anchors and a Saftron rail which does not require bonding.

I would have the concrete sanded down so that it is the texture that you want.
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Any idea what that would cost? My thought at the moment is to try to get $6,000 back from the pool builder. That was the cost of 4ft of concrete surrounding the pool and the cost of the laminars that are also not working correctly due to a mistake of the concrete subcontractor.
 
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