Have Zach take you by my place if you'd like to see it, it's no problem. I told him in the past he's welcome to. He did an AMAZING job. We are very happy with him and if you can't tell by this thread, I'm picky.
Zach helped us a bit in deciding on size, based on yard, family size, planned patio size, etc. But we (or I should said "I" was leaning towards the biggest option anyway). But what you have to remember, is the dimensions are 24' width OVERALL. The actually "circles" of the pool are 20' on the 24x40 model. It's the bump out that makes the overall width 24'. But the 24x40 is a BIG pool, but we love that as the shallow end isn't tiny, and the hopper of the deep end is 8' across vs 6' on the smaller models (I believe). Also, did Zach offer you the bench seat, with or without jets? We put it in, without jets, and I'm so glad I did. At first we said no, and he kept asking "are you sure, you won't regret it." I wasn't crazy about the extra money, but it is THE #1 hangout spot in the whole pool. Kids and adults love it. Water is mid chest when sitting on it.
As for the patio work, I also cannot recommend these guys enough. They are a construction company out of Fremont. PM me if you'd like contact info. They don't have a website. He does all types of construction, and really knocked it out of the park for me. He was recommended to me, and they have done an excellent job. They are doing everything but the pool. Patio, fencing, irrigation, landscaping, drainage, etc, etc.
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Pretty pretty pretty! I love the pavers. I think we're all in love with your pavers. (and your pool builder! lol)
Thanks Beans. It was a huge project, and I'm glad it's almost over. This week should do it...