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Pool Building Process
At Sac Pool Pros, we believe that knowledge is important when learning about pool construction. That’s why we have created a step by step outline of each aspect of swimming pool construction from start to finish.
Keep in mind that every pool and spa project will be different and the following information just offers and idea of the typical swimming pool construction process.
Meeting and exceeding your expectations is one of Sac Pools most important tasks and our primary goal is to build you the pool and/ or spa of your dreams. We accomplish this by ensuring that each phase of your pool or spa construction project moves along smoothly through a process Sac Pool Pros has perfected since 1999. Our crew in the Sac Pools Pros, Pool Construction Department strives to coordinate and communicate the schedule of each phase of construction with our homeowners, but there is that occasion when construction moves along at such a pace that construction activity happens prior to that communication.
For that, we apologize in advance, but we hope that you see this as a positive sign that the construction of your pool or spa is moving along efficiently.
STEP 1: LAYOUT
Before Construction begins, the Layout of your pool or spa must be done. We send out our Layout team to paint and pin the actual shape of your pool or spa onto the ground which will be used as a guide by the excavators. He has all the specifics on pool size, location, and measurements in Cad form which came directly from your pool design contract and drawing. Once the layout is complete, a pre-construction meeting will be scheduled with you and your Sac Pool Pros Superintendent for approval of the pool outline and position. Although changes can be made at this time, we would like you to know beforehand, that this will cause a delay in your construction process and possible additional charges, depending on the changes requested.
STEP 2: EXCAVATION
Sac Pool Pros has highly experienced excavators to “dig” your swimming pool or spa. The crews are experts in their field, trained for efficiency and safety. Typically, your pool will be excavated in one to two days, depending on the soil conditions they may encounter.
STEP 3: PLUMBING & EQUIPMENT SET
Sac Pool Pros designs and installs hydraulics that will ensure years of trouble free enjoyment with minimal maintenance to the homeowner. Once the excavation phase has been completed, our team of expert plumbers will be scheduled to install the plumbing lines and pool equipment. Sac Pool Construction has designed your system to be easy to operate, low maintenance and energy efficient, while also providing a pool of sparkling clean water.
STEP 4: GAS
STEP 5: STEEL / REBAR
STEP 6: ELECTRICAL
STEP 7: GUNITE
Once the electric phase is complete and the city inspection has been done, we will order the gunite phase of your pool. Gunite is the concrete shell of your pool.
Our experienced Gunite company blends a special mix of Gunite which is then “shot” into the pool under high pressure through hoses. This phase will require participation of the homeowner for the process of “water curing”. In order for your concrete shell to cure properly, it will need to be kept moist during the course of the day. Your Sac Pool Pros Superintendent will make sure you understand what needs to be done.
STEP 8: MASONRY, ROCK, BOULDER ACCENTS, WATER FEATURES, HARDSCAPES
STEP 9: DECKING-ACRYLIC, FLAGSTONE, TRAVERTINE
The decking schedules will vary depending on the type of decking you have chosen. Acrylic decking may take up to 3 days depending on the size of the deck, but decking involving flagstone, travertine, pavers or other stone features could take up to several weeks as they are more labor intensive. Your Sac Pool Pros foreman will be able to provide you with a more accurate time frame on the latter. The choices of deck are many, but this phase is one of the most visible features on your pool or spa, and it will be very exciting for you to see this process through to completion. It will really transform your backyard, and give you a glimpse of the backyard oasis to come.