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OUR BUILD PROCESS
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1.
Layout
Prior to any work being done, we paint the shape of your
pool on the ground as a guide for the excavators. You
approve the pool’s outline and position prior to
the scheduling of the dig.
2. Excavation
Our unique excavation specifications include vertically
excavated walls and flat floors. This creates a safer,
more enjoyable and spacious swimming pool compared to
the industry norm.
Our
excavation crews are equipped with the newest trucks and
equipment. This equipment, combined with our training
and policies, results in crews that are able to leave
your property free of damage, oil spills and any unprofessional
mess. |
3.
Plumbing and Equipment
Your pool plumbing and equipment are the guts of your
pool. Done correctly, a pool’s hydraulics will ensure
years and years of trouble free enjoyment with minimal
maintenance. Special features standard on our pool include
dual main drains for safety, a high flow skimmer and looped
returns for balanced water flow.
The
schedule 40 PVC piping will be buried below your excavated
pool forms to ensure long-term integrity. The valves that
direct water flow are guaranteed for lifetime, low maintenance,
easy to operate, and labeled for simplicity. Water flow
is increased by the size of the pump and by the diameter
of the piping. We routinely bid against undersized systems
that will not provide enough water for good pool circulation,
spa action or water feature needs. Compare these features
and you will get an idea of a pool company’s desire
for long term customer satisfaction. |
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4.
Steel Rebar
Steel rebar is placed throughout your pool on a steel grid
pattern. The steel reinforces the tensile strength of your
pool’s concrete shell. The vast majority of
pool companies use standardized steel specifications driven
with the belief that the least expensive is the best. Our
steel specifications will be developed and engineered for
your particular pool, in your particular soil and with the
unique load and stress of your pool design.
Our
one-pool-at-a-time engineering generates steel plans that
will have a grid patterns that are typically 8”
apart. Under boulders, near the patio or fences, and in
other stress areas, we will place steel on 6” grids.
We have never had a structural failure due to too little
steel. This includes hundreds of
pools on hillsides and with features such as disappearing
edges. We will not sacrifice long term durability and
peace of mind to save a few dollars!
Your
pool is guaranteed for life against any steel rebar rust
bleed-through, caused by placing steel too near the concrete
surface. This rusting problem is excluded in many warranties
but we believe that it is our responsibility to make sure
this does not happen. |
5.
Electrical
Standard Features include a full –sized pool light
with remote control abilities. A time clock and control
panel will be placed at the equipment for daily, effortless
pool system control. Many
optional lighting and spa control systems are available
to meet your budget and needs.
6.
Shotcrete/Gunite
We use a special mix of gunite that test to 4000 psi.
Industry standards are as low as 3000 psi. Our additional
mix adds compaction strength to the concrete shell.
Our
pneumatically placed (shot in place with air pressure)
shell is a minimum thickness of 6”. In coves and
stress areas it is a minimum of 8” thick. Our bond
beam and other structural load areas will be 12”
minimum thickness. We never come back to the homeowner
and charge for additional concrete known as overbreak.
(This can add up to several hundred dollars with other
pool companies.)
Our
lifetime pool shell warranty includes replacing water,
chemicals, electricity, and complete repair of any interior
or incidental damage should the shell ever develop a crack.
We give this extensive warranty because we build pools
that last! |
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7.
Masonry and Rock
Like all the initial phases of construction, our masonry
and rock work are built and engineered with long-term durability
in mind. Now we add a new criteria----appearance. Our rock
installers and masons are closer to artists than construction
workers. You may have chosen our pool because of our design
awards, customer service reputation or how our pools look.
Now you will see why we shine above our competitors. It
comes down to pride in what we do, the attention to detail
and the artistry these crews put into their work. The bottom
line is if it doesn’t look great, we will do it again
until it does. This approach develops crews who do it right
the first time! |
8.
Decking
Tile deck, spray deck, pea gravel decks, pavers, colored
concrete --- you dream and we can do it. The large horizontal
covering we call a pool deck is the most visible part
of your pool. A deck must be well built for durability,
heat resistance and chip resistance. It must stay in place,
withstanding the movement of the soils it is built on.
The
artistry of this stage must combine with many important
construction issues. Frankly, our deck prices may be slightly
higher than many of our competitors. But when you compare
the thickness, the footings and the aesthetics, you will
probably decide, as we have, that an extra few hundred
dollars here is well-spent when it buys a lifetime of
practical use and maintenance-free beauty. |
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9.
Interior Surfaces
Again, there are many choices here. Tile surfaces, pebble
surfaces, stone surfaces, plaster and an array of colors
and textures allow for the pool to be individualized for
your décor and needs. These surfaces must resist
a wide variety of chemicals, constant attacks from hard
water scaling and the sun. Our project manager will discuss
the features, benefits and costs. Whatever your choice,
we pledge the highest quality in materials and workmanship. |
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