Quote review

[Decc]

We are investigating on doing a DIY inground pool kit from Royal Swimming Pools. We have a small yard & their custom kits seem to be the best option that won't cost us 120K Quote is for a 9'x30'x18' small L with a liner over steps entry with 6' tanning ledge. Anything you'd suggest changing or upgrading on the quote?

9' x 35' x 18' L-Shape Swimming Pool Kit with 42" Steel Walls
pool_depth: Single Depth Deep 4'6"
entry_step_location: end_of_L_full
pool_turn: right
Corner Radius: 6-inch
Cardinal 14 Gauge ZAM Coated Steel Panels
42" Foam Corner Inserts for 6" Radius Pools
Adjustable A-Frame Brace - 14 Gauge 42" Steel HPSFOB & HPSSTAKE
Flat Face Bullnose Coping
42" High x 10' Wide x 6" Radius Full Width Steel Step with 6' Sunledge
Royal's Choice 4 Bend Handrail w/Escutcheons
Royal's Choice 3 Step Ladder with White Hip Tread 20" w/Escutcheons
Hayward AquaRite 100 Expert Line Salt Chlorinator w/30k Gallon Salt Cell
Hayward MaxFlo XL 1.0HP Pool Pump (Single Speed) SP2307X10
Hayward ProSeries Top Mount Sand Filter, 24 inch, 1.5 inch top mount
1 Wide Mouth Single Skimmer System for Steel Wall Pools
2 main drains
CMP Compact Pool Defender Anode and Water Bond
Tara Silver Falls 20 mil vinyl liner

Appreciate any feedback!

 

[Texas Splash]

Welcome to TFP! I would definitely have a discussion about the pump. Have them replace the single speed for at least a 2-speed. A Variable Speed would be even better, but at least a 2-speed. Single speeds are old news and energy hogs.

You might also confirm how many return jets and be familiar with the proposed locations of the skimmer and jets as compared to your normal wind direction.

Good luck!

 

[kimkats]

I am not equipment expert but can point out one big problem child:

Hayward MaxFlo XL 1.0HP Pool Pump (Single Speed) SP2307X10

That will eat some electric and give you little to no control on the pool's cleaning needs. I would go with at least a 2 speed -high for cleaning, low for every day use. A VS (variable speed) pump will be the gold star pump due to the amount of control you will have over your speeds.

I LOVE a L shaped pool! One end for laps and the other for fun games like Watermelon Ball!

 

[Lanzz]

Maybe upgrade to 27 mil liner? Bit more durability for active kids, etc. (Maybe a bit more install complexity - so, the sunny day install becomes a bit more important...)