Experts, I Need Help w/ First Pool Purchase

[webfeet]

Thanks for the response and the pointers. I read one of your threads about some difficult neighbors, I think? So, I spoke with mine, but I don't think I will need to get on their property for installation . Still need help- any pump experts out there? Also, the returns -are 2 enough? Certainly don't want any problems later on. Will add jets to steps, if I really need them to keep them clean. Will add water slide later, and may add fountain, later, too.

By the way, I have a new thread with a new question. If you have time, please respond to it. I need all the help I can get . It deals with contract clauses. Again, thanks for the input.

[GTakacs]

I'm not familiar with vinyl pools, they are not popular around here. However I can tell you that both the Polaris and the SWG are way overpriced. You can get a Jandy SWG for $850 on-line and the Polaris 380 with booster pump is still under $800. I would pass on the safety cover also, I think a fence is a lot safer.

As for the builders, I would call several references and have a look at their pools. Ask about their post-purchase experience as well as their construction. Get references from several timeframes. Preferable some from 5-6+ years ago and some from last summer.