Artesian (Emerald Isle) pool pricing. Need a reference to go by?

[mjs31]

We were really happy w/ the customer service from www.sunenterprises.com.
Our ladder was damaged during shipping. When we told them about it they replaced it immediately.
We choose the the basic pool package and said "we don't want the pump, but we will take the sand filter. " We bought a 2speed pump from here: http://www.poolsupplies.com/parts/waterway-hiflo.asp
It is very quiet when on low.

Good luck on your purchase!
~Hoffmans

Thanks everyone. We bought the pool locally and are having it installed. Even though they give a pump with the purchase, I bought a smaller 2 speed (Pentair Dynamo) based on charts. Probably just throw the pump they gave up on ebay or something. Either way everything should work out fine. Our yard is Bermuda which could causes some issues. I have already marked off a large section where I want the pool to go and have sprayed with super concentrated round up. I will probably due this a couple of time before the install and they will end up digging anyway. I just feel better getting a head start on the Bermuda.

Mike

[zephans]

Ok MJS, this thread has finalized my pool make/model and store to purchase from (Diamond Star from www.sunenterprises.com).


MORE INFORMATION:
I live near Seattle Washington so there are very few pool stores locally. www.sunenterprises.com has the easiest ordering system and most information about the pools offered. That plus positive references from members here in PF make me comfortable with proceeding. I've learned from this forum that reputation is important to consider for pool stuff (but not everything)

Store gets it too you and sets price, but the manufacturer is responsible for product quality and warranty. Enough people referenced Swim Artisan to make me comfortable. The only problem is they rebrand their pools (which makes me worry about warranty) but for now I'll trust their reputation on this forum.


OVAL POOL ONLINE STORE LIST:
I compiled a draft list of online stores I've found (mostly from other posts in this forum) with make/models and other details for my 12'x24'x52-54" BF (Buttress Free) pool research. This might be a useful starting point for others.
IMPORTANT: Following is a first-draft list and doesn't include all make/models available from each store, total price including all options, full warranty details, data verification, and many other important factors. Don't buy just based on info in this list!
Store Make/Model Dimensions Top rail Warranty Base Price Deluxe price Notes
www.DifinitivePools.com King George 12'x24'x52" Al ?" 50yr limited $4,546 - 4" thick aluminum walls. Pricey.
www.poolpros.com Aruba 12'x24'x54" 8" Resin - - - -
www.poolpros.com Fusion 15'x30'x54" - 57yr lt, 3yr full $3,693.53 - Shipping included
www.bestpricepools.com Na - - - - - Out of business? (Web site is for sale)
www.sunenterprises.com Ultima 12'x24'x52" 7.5" resin, 7" upright - 2,372 +150ship 2,896 Luxury option includes round steps and chlorinator.
www.sunenterprises.com Diamond Star 12'x24'x54" 11" Resin 60yr limited $2,990 - Best site so far for ordering.
Recreation Depot (http://myworld.ebay.com/recreationdepot) Diamond Star 12'x24'x54" 11" Resin Lifetime $2,100+ - eBay merchant. Pool wall, skimmer, & liner only.
www.lesliespool.com Belize 12'x24'x52" 9" coated ? 2,399 - No wall construction or warranty details provided.
www.poolproducts.com Lomart/The Pines 12'x24'x52" 8" Resin, 6" vert 35yr prorated (3yr 100%) $2,899.99
+$595 basic pump&filter The Pines is top warranty model for Lomart.
www.poolsupplies.com Artisan/Seville 12'x24'x54" 8" resin, 8" verticals 40yr ltd. $2,099.99 Artisan brand carried by name!
Artisan Chesapeake pool cheaper but no ovals.

Leisure Living Pools (http://www.web-forms.net/leisureliving/pools/) Fanta Sea/Antigua and Solar (deck) pools Various Various ? ? ? Leisure Living owns Fanta Sea pool rights? Interesting pool+deck, but doesn't fit my needs. 1.800.441.7789. Referenced on www.poolsupplies.com


I'm finishing price comparison. eBay-based RecreationDepot has an $800+ advantage for Diamond Star 12'x24' model, but after I factor in accessories and reputation I'm guessing I will go with Sun Enterprises.

Reply quick if you have useful purchase feedback. I'll order today if I can or tomorrow if Enterprise Pools is closed today.

[hoffmans]

Zephan-

The sales lady that sold us ours was Kristen A. Cash.
I think no matter what sales person you get tho, they have great customer service and go above and beyond to make you happy. They are FAST to fix any problems.

Good luck.
~Hoffmans

[zephans]

Thanks. Actually now that I've measured my kids (and posted related thread) I'm thinking 52" is max height pool I should buy... probably the Ultima pool from www.sunenterprises.com.

PLEASE POST TODAY in related thread if you have thoughts/ideas about pool height and kids.

[zephans]

... except "Ultima" ovals are not buttress free . I don't have enough width on my property to have buttresses and 12' wide. Back to Diamond Star and hopefully good technique for keeping depth down ~48" (see related thread).

[zephans]

UPDATE: I purchased the 12'x24'x54" Diamond Star (Wil-Bar) from www.sunenterprises.com. Purchase went very smoothly. I figured out how to get their Web shopping basket to work (click Back button to order additional items), but decided to talk to a human before sending ~$4,500 total.

I was a bit disappointed to find their Sandstone and Ultima models are made by Artisan but the Diamond Star is made by Wil-Bar. I was also bummed to hear the warranty is prorated... but when I checked it has lifetime warranty on pool walls. (I wonder how they prorate lifetime :-)).

Overall I'm happy to move from the research-and-purchase phase (took me >1 year) to the construction preparation. I'll be re-reading lots of construction posts and preparing my site this weekend and next weekend. (Level, level, level.)

[hoffmans]

Ohhh.. Don't be disappointed- Correct me if I am wrong but, Wil-Bar is a Sharkline pool and they are very good top of the line pools.


~hoffmans