Digging up an old thread here. With the technology available in 2017, for a new gunite pool build in Phoenix, would you guys go with a salt generator or traditional style pool chemicals?

We are shopping for a pool contractor in Phoenix right now and everyone one we've talked with all say to steer away from Saltwater systems. They all suggest using a UV Bioshield unit in combination with a cartridge style filter to treat the pool water.

I must say though, shopping for a pool installer has been an eye opening experience. It's the last thing we are working on for our new home, and we still haven't reached a decision yet.

We've been getting very mixed messages (thus my inquiry to you all). Some won't install them anymore and others wouldn't want it any other way. Im really not sure what to think.

Along with salt, comes corrosion... And I think it was the salt generator itself they said costs about $3000 and it'll need replacing every 3-5 years.

The UV inhibitor systems really work well on keeping the water clean and limit the amount of chlorine you need to use.

We've had 4 companies bid our pool, they came in starting at $51k and top out at $70k. Our problem is the high bid is the only one that has access to build the pool while the house is being built, the others all would need to wait until after we close to start on the pool. We are trying to decide what that convenience is worth to us...

I'm in Ca. and just had a UV system and ozone generator installed and we love it. Still requires a little chlorine but you can't even smell it. I had contacted my pool co to have them switch me over to a salt system but they recommended this setup instead. I love it.

I was also in Scottsdale a couple months ago and saw my dream pool. Since you are in the area go see Toll Brothers Talon Ranch and look at the pool. Here are pics. Here is the pool designer also.

Thanks for the input Charley. Ours is going to look just like that! Lol... in our dreams. That is a great setup for adult entertaining, which is what we're going for. Along with the ability to maintain it without chemical-bombing it every week.

Really worth seeing and great for ideas to show whoever designs yours. I took Weld there and he cancelled his viewing of other homes since their backyards would now look outdated.

Lance, did you move to AZ?


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I had looked in to the salt systems and was also advised against them. Way too much corrosion was the "anti" sale.

Without a doubt - the coolest pool and pool area I've ever seen. At night - it's even cooler!




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Yes - he is moving.... in the process of building his new house.


If I can sell this one (Sun Valley) -- we may join him......