Hoffmans, Prices are an important part of the buying process. I think your research is a great value for many others that are in the market.

I agree with the pp that the Doughboy prices are very steep. I charge $500.00 to install a 24' pool. This does not include sand or electrical but does include all the ground prep.

I could buy that pool from a local store here, wholesale, for about 3000.00. If I added my 500.00 install fee and a couple thousand travel charge, I could come do it and still save you money. Kidding of course.

Thanks for posting all of you usefull findings. I am sure they are helping many.

Dennis