Getting a new fiberglass pool

[Tishabiondy@natlmail.com]

I've been reading through these forums (which are great!) and am starting to get a little nervous. Has anyone installed a fiberglass pool and NOT had any staining or installation problems? I'm also worried about the contract we signed. We pretty much pay in full as soon as they show up with the pool. The main reason we went with fiberglass was ease of maintenance, but it sounds like stains are a big problem. Anything I should know before they come to install next week? Thanks.

Tisha

[DONNIE]

I have a new fg pool being installed early October. I have researched your question myself. Before you get too excited have your water tested for metals. That is usually your source of stains. If you do have high metals you can treat for it and hopefully avoid staining with different sequestering agents. There are many posts in the "stains and metal matters" thread. I too was worried but these guys on here will put your mind at ease. hope that helps.

Donnie

[Tishabiondy@natlmail.com]

Thanks Donnie. How do I find out if I have metal in my water?

Tisha

[DONNIE]

You can buy test kits or do as I and take a clean sample of your tap water to a reputable pool supply store.

[Tishabiondy@natlmail.com]

If I do have high metal levels, should I consider using different water to fill the pool? Also, may I ask why you chose fiberglass? We liked the price, ease of maintenance (I hope) and ease of installation (I hope). We purchased a Dolphin pool from a dealer in New Jersey. We live outside of Philadelphia.

Tisha

[DONNIE]

We have a rather small area to put in our pool. I did quiet a bit of research before making the decision. Chose fiberglass mainly for the maintainence issues but also for the size, quality and cost. We are getting a Viking 12x24 kidney. It's going to be soooooooooooooooo great!!

Donnie