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Frequently Asked Questions
1:
What is the reputation of the builder?
2: How
much attention is devoted to planning and design?
3: Why do
cost estimates vary between builders on the same size of pool?
4: What options are available to add to my
pool?
5: How
much work and expense is there to maintain a pool?
When interviewing a prospective builder,
consider these questions,
Q:
What is the
reputation of the builder?
A:
Ask for referrals and find out if promises are kept.
Were there additional costs not initially expressed in the written estimate and
how available was the builder after the job was started to handle unexpected situations.
Q:
How much
attention is devoted to planning and design?
A:
Factors such as elevations, surrounding yard drainage,
and variable site conditions are sometimes overlooked by an inexperienced builder or
salesperson. Are site plans a regular feature offered by the builder and are retaining
walls or drainage accommodations revealed up front?
Q:
Why do cost
estimates vary between builders on the same size of pool?
A:
Pricing is determined by more than size and shape. Some
of the factors that affect the
total cost are;
- Is all sub-contract work such as plumbing and
electrical included
- Quality of materials
- Design work
- Degree of craftsmanship
- Warranty coverage
NOTE: Not all builders include a complete package in their
written estimates which results in a
low initial bid but a higher end cost.
Q:
What options are
available to add to my pool?
A:
Common accessories are heaters, diving boards, covers, etc....
New technologies offer a wide range of automation upgrades and special waterfall
features, fiber-optic lighting, and
designer coping and decking choices can customize any
pool plan.
Q:
How
much work and expense is there to maintain a pool?
A:
Properly designed pool systems can make caring for your
pool easy. Automatic sanitizers, pool cleaners, and chemical test strips all reduce maintenance
time to minutes a week. Costs can be as low as $200. a season but vary based
upon filtration systems, bather load,
type of sanitizer and other factors.
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