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Pool Builders Can Make Your Dream a Reality
Mon 11 Feb 2008 - 13:01
Pool Builders Can Make Your Dream a Reality
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Ben_E._Anderson]Ben E. Anderson
If you're ready to add a backyard pool to your home, talking with a pool builder is your best option. With so many contractors in the yellow pages, though, it can be difficult to find the right pool builder to meet your needs. Pool builders are contractors who specialize in the construction of in-ground pools. They are not merely experts in installation, though. In most cases, they are highly experienced in both the design and construction of aesthetically pleasing pools. In addition to creating the pool of your dreams, the right pool builder can give you advice on the arrangement of your other backyard furniture to highlight the look of your new addition.
Quick Tip: Choosing the right pool builder can be tough. Check with others in your area who have in-ground pools. Find out a bit about the construction process. Contractor list sites online with ratings attached may also be a helpful tool. Always ask to see a contractor's portfolio before you let them begin any construction project in your backyard.
When you initially contact your pool builder, there are several things to look for. First, ensure that the contractor you have selected listens carefully to both your needs and ideas before you ever get started with the process. If a contractor simply writes your ideas off, you might want to find someone who will listen to you. They should also ask you lots of questions regarding your personal preferences in terms of pool design. There are literally thousands of materials and accessories choices to be made during the construction of a backyard pool, and your contractor should consult you about every possible decision.
Once the two of you have agreed about design and materials, be sure you get a written contract for services with an estimate. Should your chosen contractor not complete the job, you may need the written contract to prove your case in court. Check your contractor's certification and insurance policy as well. This may save you both from problems should an accident occur during construction. Finally, check with the Better Business Bureau to before construction begins to ensure no complaints have been lodged against your contractor.
The next step is the construction phase. Check with your contractor for regular progress reports, but don't consume their time with petty, bothersome questions. At some point, you simply have to let them do their jobs to the best of their abilities. If the contractor is off-schedule or over-budget, expect to be notified immediately. Furthermore, should some of the materials initially discussed in the project plan be unavailable during the construction process, your pool builder should consult with you for your next choice.
At the end of the long process, you'll have the backyard oasis you've been dreaming of, but be sure to check with your pool builder for warranty procedures and issues. It may save you a lot of hassle should you wake up the next morning to a leaking pool.
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