A.What factors are important when thinking about buying a pool?
Ask yourself some important questions:
How is the pool going to be used?
What kind of atmosphere do you want for your backyard?
Mainly for fitness and laps? Playing water sports? Part of a backyard wildlife sanctuary?
Pools are as much about creating an atmosphere as recreation.
B.What types of pools do you sell?
We sell 3 general types:
One piece fiberglass in a variety of shapes and sizes. Fast installation.
Polymer wall vinyl liner pool, endless shapes and sizes.
Steel wall vinyl liner pool, tough and affordable.
C. Should homeowners obtain their own building permits? No. The homeowner takes on all liability for the project if he obtains his own permit. In essence, the homeowner becomes the general contractor. Require your licensed contractor to obtain the building permit.
D. What should I look for in a pool contractor? Ask them key questions, such as: How long have they been in business? What types of pools have they built? Are they licensed to build pools in Tennessee? Can they give you references of satisfied customers, and visit actual pools?
E. When is the best time to build a pool in middle Tennessee? Pools can be built any time of the year in Tennessee, Alabama, and Kentucky. The drier months of August, September, October, and November are the best time to build a pool. While a pool can be built year-round, damage to the rest of the yard is minimized during construction, and landscaping can be given a head start for the next spring.
G. How long does it take to build a pool? Generally 4 to 8 weeks one piece composites of can be installed more quickly. Some special water features may take a little longer to complete. Bad weather may also delay installation.
H. What are the safety issues I need to be concerned with when building my swimming pool? All pools must be constructed to ANSI/NSPI-5 2003 standards as adopted by the International Residential code.
I. What are some general guidelines when building a pool? Your pool builder must be licensed by the State of Tennessee to build pools Must be licensed by your city and county to conduct business Preferably a member of the Better Business Bureau Preferably a member of The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals Must have General Liability and Workmen's Compensation Insurance Must have the above licenses and insurance to buy a building permit Never buy your own permits. It makes you liable for the project and any injuries or damages that might occur. Ask to look at pools your builder has completed. Talk to his clients. Check with The Better Business Bureau for any unresolved complaints. How many subcontractors will your builder use? The fewer the better Will the company continue if the current owners are not there? The right answers to these questions assure a happy building experience.
J. What areas do you serve? We install but are not limited to the following areas: Columbia, Lewisburg, Brentwood, Franklin, Nashville, Pulaski, Lawrenceburg, Waynesboro, Thompson Station, Spring Hill, Chapel Hill, Centerville, Dickson, Ashland City, Smyrna, Murfreesboro, Belle Meade, Williamson County, Rutherford County, Davidson County and many more.
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