The building of a pool or water feature starts with the sales and design process where the project is defined in terms of expectations for:

[      Client use

[      Integration of existing or proposed architecture with site characteristics

[      Feature geometry and style

[      Material and color selections

[      Technology and automation

At this point a plot plan is received from the client and grades are shot to provide base information for the plan. A detailed plan and cost proposal is then prepared for presentation to the client. Upon acceptance and down payment work commences in the following sequence.

[      Detailed plans are prepared for client review and permit application.

[      Zoning approval is obtained from municipality or neighborhood association when necessary.

[      Plans are submitted for permit, when approved

[      Call in utility location service (Digrite), upon results

[      Start scheduling subcontractors and preparing equipment purchase orders

[      Layout

[      Excavation and base preparation, additional soils work if required

[      Base rock and steel

[      Steel/footing inspection

[      Shoot shell

[      Piping, bonding and rough in electric and gas line

[      Rough in electrical and mechanical inspection

[      Pressure testing

[      Backfill trenches and rough grading

[      Tile

[      Coping and deck

[      Construction of retaining walls and masonry related to hardscapes and fountain structures

[      Retaining wall inspection (if required)

[      Fencing and gates

[      Equipment installation

[      Electric hook up for equipment pad and pool lighting

[      Acid wash and aquaplug

[      Interior finish

[      Fill pool

[      Start up

[      Final inspections

[      Topsoil, final grading and landscaping

[      Cover installation and winterization

Pool and water feature construction to meet and exceed standards established by the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals (APSP) Builders Manual.