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NEW POOL CONSTRUCTION
Our Build Process
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. |
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 Houston 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! |
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. |
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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CALL: 217.698.POOL
