As an above-ground swimming installer for now 40 years, I get contacted by a lot of people looking to get information on an above-ground pool.
Accurately, there are about 20 questions and around 10 major decisions that have to be made when getting an above-ground pool here in Orlando and Central Florida.
A seasoned pool installer is the best person to get this knowledge from, but it takes a while.
The average phone conversation I have with a potential above-ground pool buyer is over thirty minutes. Many will have me on the phone for over an hour with pertinent questions.
The truth is that I don’t have the time to take on these information-seeking phone calls. They take a lot of my time and I make no money with them as they are at the beginning of the pool-getting process.
SERIOUS ABOUT GETTING AN ABOVE-GROUND POOL? I OFFER A CONSULTATION SERVICE
If you are at the more serious stage of getting an above-ground swimming pool and installing it in your yard, and you want some help making the correct decisions, then you can hire me as a consultant.
What is included in my consultation?
1 Scheduled meeting in your yard
A Help determine the correct size and shape pool for your needs
B Help determine the best spot to install the pool
C Best place to put the pool’s equipment(pump/filter)
D Determine the pool area’s grade (level)
E Consider areas with too many roots, shade, direct sun, septic, etc.
F Very limited permit information
2 Discuss installation options
A Paint out where the pool will go
B On top of the ground
C Semi-inground
D Where to put the taken-up grass
E What to do with dirt (if semi-inground install)
F Decking options
1 The types of decks
2 Where the deck should go
3 How big the deck should be in reference to your needs
G Electrical options
3 Help determine the pool type, options, and where to buy
A Which pool maker is best
B Which pool model is best for your needs
C Which liner, equipment, and ladder/steps to get for your needs
D Go over any add-ons or upgrades that you may want
E Discuss maintenance and robot cleaners
F Retailer options both online and local
4 Discuss general information about above-ground pools
A How long do they last
B What to expect for maintenance cost in the long term
C How long the liner will last
D What to expect with covers, auto cleaners, etc.
THE COST OF MY CONSULTATION IS $200
This price is for the Orlando area. It will cost more outside of Orlando (As I will have extra travel time)
You get $75 back if you use me for the installation
NOTE: This service may not be available during the hot months when I am too busy doing installs.
THE COST OF MY CONSULTATION DURING THE OFF-SEASON IS $150
This price is for the Orlando area. It will cost more outside of Orlando
Yes, you still get $75 back if you use me for the installation.
PLEASE KNOW THAT CONSULTING IS NOT A MONEY-MAKER FOR ME.
I realize that paying for a consultation may be annoying to some who are used to having a tradesman or salesman come out to your home to give an estimate for free. And if you find an experienced above-ground pool installer who is willing to do this, then please, by all means, have him come out for free.
I just want to offer an option for those looking for above-ground pool purchasing information and help to make decisions. Also, know that my opinions are not driven by selling you something. You will only be getting the honest opinion of someone who has sold, installed, and worked on above-ground swimming pools in Central Florida for almost four decades.
PLEASE TEXT ME AT 407.299.0124 IF INTERESTED IN A CONSULTATION
THERE IS A FREE OPTION TOO
If you are willing to communicate with me through text-only, you can text me, send pics of your yard, and I will give you an installation price and answer your installation questions.
With this option, you will want to already know which pool you want, what size, and whether you want it on top of the ground or semi-inground. From there, I can help with what things will cost for the installation and what it will take to do it.
Also, to help you with some above-ground pool questions, you can visit my information site: abovegroundpoolsknowitll.com I have a couple hundred articles (written only by me) that will give you a lot of good information.