New Build OKC - Start 4-24-19

[CliffL]

LET THE MUD BEGIN!!!

I would not even bother looking at any kind of time line. What I have people with kids do is list the to do list in the order it is done. They can check off each one as it happens. Not as much disappointment that way.

Kim

Kim thats a fantastic idea! Thanks!

 

[HeyEng]

You are 100% correct! Crazy how much these trucks cost! Sucks about your neighbor. Hopefully they will start soon. I have heard... well seen great pools from them.

They were out there today as a matter of fact. I feel sorry for the neighbor...he has two young daughters that are ALWAYS outside and are so very ready for their pool paradise!

 

[CliffL]

Things are moving nicely. For the most part the dig is done and they started the plumbing.

 

[kimkats]

Ready for your first "job"? Go out to the pool with your plans and a measuring tape. Is it long, wide, deep, etc enough? Add about 8" for the shell and plaster. NOW is the time to fix or tweak as needed or wanted.

Kim

 

[CliffL]

Ready for your first "job"? Go out to the pool with your plans and a measuring tape. Is it long, wide, deep, etc enough? Add about 8" for the shell and plaster. NOW is the time to fix or tweak as needed or wanted.

Thanks Kim I was doing that as you where typing this I do have some questions on the dimensions so my PB is stopping by in the morning. There is a 4" lip just below the form. He says it holds some of the beam weight. My measurements are going off the forms. So in essence I lose 4" (from the lip) and then will lose 6" from the gunite. So a total of 6"+6" (Gunite) 4"+4" (lip) = 20". Is this normal? What is the normal margin of error on the pool size?

 

[kimkats]

How do your measurements compare to the plans? So what you should do is look at what the finished size is stated to be on the signed plans. Compare that to what was dug knowing you need to add on about 8" for the steel,shell, and plaster.

 

[CliffL]

We have had non stop rain for 2 weeks now and no relief in sight... Its irritating because I don't have anyone to blame for my pool being held up ?
I have been looking at this since the April 29th.

 

[kimkats]

NO MORE RAIN!!!!

There lets see how that works!! Hopefully that will scare the rain away! LOL

Kim

 

[HeyEng]

The rain has been ridiculous! I don't really want to complain though since I know I will be complaining in August when it's been 100+ degrees for 60 days straight and no rain in sight...

 

[CliffL]

Finally had a small break in the rain and we shot the shotcrete today. It suppose to rain the next 4 days so I guess that will help with the watering

 

[kimkats]

That looks awesome!!! Glad the rain will help with the watering!

Now it time for you to do some reading about getting the best plaster possible. You will have to work with your PB with this as he holds the warranty card.
Ten Guidelines for Quality Pool Plaster Best one of all
All Plaster Finishes Should Last 20 Years
Not All Color Pigments are Good for Pools How to pick a good color for plaster.
A Plastering 'Watch List' | Professional Watershaping | Watershapes
Trouble Free Pool
Trouble Free Pool

Go ahead and ask your PB what test kit he will be providing so we can fill in any holes.

Kim

 

[CliffL]

Thanks Kim I will start reading today

 

[HeyEng]

Woohoo! Progress!!!