Forum: In-Ground Pool Construction and Repair

Within the last couple of weeks I have noticed that my plaster has developed bright white spot as compared to the rest of the pool. The pool is...

I haven't been able to detect any leaks, but I filled the pool up to normal, just below the top of the skimmer and within 2 days it had dropped...

does anyone know on average what pool-krete runs per bag? Its a long story on why I want to know. Ill tell later when I have more time! Steve

Okay - I re-read the thread from May/June about this - but I really need to seal my pavers this weekend. We are moving the grill back there next...

Is there any procedure for testing the sand filter and pump for air leaks? Would using soapy water be the way? Any help would be greatly...

Hi all, I bought a house in 1999 which has a fiberglass in-ground pool. I believe it is one of those pools where they dig a hole and then drop...

Hey everyone, Have been swimming in the pool the last month but have not had time to finish the deck until now. Need to figure out what height to...

I know this isn't proper, but I am trying to come up with a quick and cheap "band aid" for my leaking pool. It is in 1 of 2 return lines and I think...

Hello all. I am new to this forum, but I have learned alot already from reading all of your posts. You guys are very helpful. So here is my...

So happy to have found this wonderful forum. I have a new (since June) above ground pool. This morning found a hole in the hose that connects my...

Hello everybody, Our pool project is pretty much done. This is what we got: - 30'x28' 475 sq ft 89' perimeter freeform gunite pool 3.5'-6'...

So we are in the process of filling the new pool - they completed the finish today. I talked with the PB and he told me not to put any chlorine in...

OK- Got a quote today - I know that there is a lot of different prices based on geography, but wanted to know what everyone thought. 14x28...

I don't know if this counts a construction but... here goes... We have to get swimming pool steps put in our pool. The thing is we have an...

My wife and I are going to have a pool installed. I have a few questions regarding pool brands, sizes, and finishes. We are leaning toward a...

I'm new to this board and have a question that I can't seem to find anything on after a few quick searches, so sorry if it's a redundant subject. ...

I have been doing extensive research on the pros and cons of GC ing my own pool and would like some input. I have quite a lot of knowledge in the...

newbie here.I think I just posted to the wrong place. Hope this is right...I will be having and 18x43x28 40,000 gal L shaped pool installed soon and...

friends just had a pool installed last week with a dry well on far side of pool (looks like a skimmer cover) in case of ground water. We have trouble...

I am in the process of negotiating a contract to have an inground pool built. We saw the concrete coping around the pool and really liked it vs the...

We built a pool just over 2 years ago. The company found what appeared to be some very nice coping that matched - at least color-wise - our existing...

We are getting a quote on Desjoyaux pool. (http://www.desjoyauxusa.com). This pool is NOT steel and NOT polymner and NOT cement. It's mixed...

Hi, I badly need your advice on my problem. Here it is: After backwashing, and making sure the Multiport Valve is in FILTER position, I...

I have been losing about 3/4 of an inch to an inch a day. I did the bucket test, turned off the pump and plugged the returns and skimmer. It was...

Hey another question, I am planning to pour concrete around the pool. What is the best way to avoid splahing concrete into the pool when pouring...

My wife and I have been considering getting a fiberglass pool for a few weeks now. I've e-mail two promanent builders in my area and they seem very...

Just rang a bell and someone off another forum said that it looks like my skimmer needs to be centered. Is this incorrect setup? Thanks