I am a pool builder/designer/general contractor her in Calif.
References, references, references. Review previous jobs, visually, meet with their previous customers.
90% of my work is decided by my satisfied customers giving good feedback.
http://www.sunsplashpool.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sun-Sp...12891702054355
Fiberglass or Gunite?
Haven't done much Fiberglass pools in the last 3 years, most have been gunite, but fiberglass does have its advantages! non-porous easier to maintain. Structurally stronger than Gunite, quick install.
Price point wise, small pool in California - fiberglass may be cheaper. 25 -30k
Medium Pool - gunite and fiberglass are equal in price 32k - 38k
Large Pool - Fiberglass is more expensive 40k - and up
naturally if your talking apples to apples design/size and amenities.
basic set up. lots of variables would determine outcome of pricing.
I am a dealer of, and can get you set up with pools from:
Leisure Pools -
http://www.leisurepoolsusa.com/ - based out of New Braunfels, TX
San Juan Fiberglass Pools -
http://www.sanjuanpools.com - based out of Eloy Az,
Aloha Fiberglass Pools -
http://www.leisurepoolsusa.com/ - Plainview TX
the closer the better for shipping fees purposes.
definitely a variable speed pump, salt system, and request 2 1/2" plumbing lines on a loop system. (supply and return)
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http://www.aquamatic.com Auto- cover for pool
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http://www.wetedgetechnologies.com/ pool plaster finishes
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http://www.poolcorp.com/pcf pool financing
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