Still, when building a swimming pool, proper piping and drainage are essential to ensuring years of problem-free operation and enjoyment. Plumbing isn’t really that familiar or interesting to most people. Many homeowners focus on the design, features and location of the inground pool or spa and give less thought to the plumbing. transition bars in the floor of every pool. More technically (for comparing with other contractors), our standard is to use a four #4 bond beam and 20 ft. To help ensure the long-term integrity of your pool’s underlying support, Granite Pools and Spas only uses steel bars that exceed minimum requirements. Contractors who want to maximize their profits may use supplies that meet only the minimum standards required by law. Second, if steel protrudes too far, an uneven surface or other concrete issues may arise.Īs with most materials, including rebar, there are minimum mandated quality and safety standards. If the steel is too close to the earth premature rusting may occur, which can threaten structural stability. Proper rebar placement is critical for two reasons. Rebar is used in different areas of the pool and is one of the most important materials used for inground pool construction. Steel rebar (or reinforcement bar) supports and stabilizes your pool’s concrete structure. From the outset, we excavate to maximize floor space, without charging extra or compromising your design. We consider this practice a shortcut and avoid it altogether. But unfortunately, they seldom pass those savings on to the homeowner. This shaping technique actually reduces the contractor’s concrete cost. Some pool contractors start high up on the wall, leaving a steeply sloped “V-shape” that effectively shrinks your usable pool-floor area.
Swimming pool contractors have a saying that points up the critical importance of getting this step right: “As goes the excavation, so goes the rest of the pool.” That is to say that every subsequent phase of construction depends on flawless excavation, if the contractor is to deliver the new pool as promised.Īt Granite Pools and Spas, we shape your pool walls and floor through a series of carefully calculated backhoe cuts.
We’ll leave the paint with you for a day or two, in case you want to mark out any modifications before digging begins. Next, a crew will prepare the yard for excavation, including outlining (in spray paint) the rough location of the pool, spa and any features you’ve chosen. About a week later, your designer will return with a customized drawing that reflects your vision, along with suggestions based on the designer’s own experience and creativity. Together, you’ll walk the property to discuss fundamental and complementary elements of your new pool or spa (such as water features, landscaping, exterior lighting, etc.) and where they will be installed. Whether you want a combined swimming pool and spa set or a standalone system, planning begins with complimentary 3D design from one of our experienced design team members. Here is a step-by-step description of how we will build your new inground pool (it’s similar but simpler for a spa ), and things you can expect from our designers, craftsmen and pool-construction partners, from the beginning to the end. That’s why, when comparing contractors, it’s important to understand what you’re getting for your money, and the process the builder will follow to satisfactorily complete your project. How We Design, Plan and Build New Swimming PoolsĪs with any major home improvement, the investment in a high-quality inground swimming pool or spa can be significant. You can expect all of this and more with Granite Pools and Spas of southern California. Designed to Wow.Ĭonstructing the swimming pool of your dreams requires meticulous planning, careful measurement, top-quality materials and inspired design–not to mention expert workmanship and continuous communication between the homeowner and pool construction team. New Swimming Pool Construction: Built to Last.