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StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
10 March 2023

Pool Drama - Weep Holes

Pool Drama - Weep Holes

Is that gap adjacent to the house footings? Will water pond the gap "I know air is free, no charge for the extra (humour) ....but you better check your Engineering…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Mar 10, 2023 12:20 pm
StructuralBIMGuy
aussieta
aussieta
6 December 2022

Windows on Pool Boundry

Windows on Pool Boundry

i dynabolted a little steel arm to external brickwork that only allowed awning window to open less than 10cm

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aussieta
Dec 06, 2022 6:36 pm
aussieta
bsunders
bsunders
2 May 2022

Inground Fibreglass pool bulging

Inground Fibreglass pool bulging

Hi, This is happening to me ( after years of stress getting the house and pool build and then hundreds of 1000s on landscaping and stress getting the pool certified etc…

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bsunders
May 02, 2022 7:50 pm
melcooper
melcooper
19 April 2022

Theralux mineral pool system

Theralux mineral pool system

My brother has a MagnaPool that is another brand and he said it works extremely well especially after his training, it helps relax the muscles.

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melcooper
Apr 19, 2022 3:13 pm
Jules2
Jules2
11 February 2022

Bad experience with Corfu Pools. Has anyone else?

Bad experience with Corfu Pools. Has anyone else?

Unfortunately I expect better attitude and professionalism instead of a super aggressive over the phone bully… super aggressive is an understatement, not to mention the…

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Jules2
Feb 11, 2022 1:13 am
chuchu
chuchu
3 February 2022

Help identifying cell model

Help identifying cell model

Hi, The pool came with the house and I need some help identifying the model of the chlorinator and its cell. It must be quite old since I can't easily find it on google.…

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chuchu
Feb 03, 2022 8:45 am
pbaral82
pbaral82
11 September 2021

Swim Spa - worth getting?

Swim Spa - worth getting?

Hello there! I see that this is an old forum post, but I wanted to chime in on the discussion. If you're still considering getting an above-ground swim spa, I think it's…

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pbaral82
Sep 11, 2021 9:41 am
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
29 November 2020

Accessing Back Yard for Pool

Accessing Back Yard for Pool

A pool almost any where is possible , just he cost increases with level of difficulty What width is the access available .? What is the distance from where a crane can…

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wheeliworks
Nov 29, 2020 6:41 pm
wheeliworks
Black
Black
24 October 2020

Polished concrete surrounds for a pool

Polished concrete surrounds for a pool
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thank you so much for the information

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Black
Oct 24, 2020 12:08 am
meminiau
meminiau
7 August 2020

Removal of rust stain

Removal of rust stain

Hi all I've just had concrete laid around my concrete pool, and today I found a small piece of steel reinforcement sitting on the bottom of my pool which has now left a…

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meminiau
Aug 07, 2020 11:17 am
worldofmud
worldofmud
28 February 2020

How deep is this sewer line? Can you tell?

How deep is this sewer line? Can you tell?

The depth below existing upstream invert level at each maintenance shaft is 1.52m (south) and 1.81m (north) as per the key attached. The requirements for pools and…

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worldofmud
Feb 28, 2020 12:09 am
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
11 February 2020

Days of rain and what does this mean for your pool?

Days of rain and what does this mean for your pool?

The last few months have been terrible for keeping your pool clean and balanced . All the ash added a lot of phosphate to pools which rapidly depleated chlorine and in…

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wheeliworks
Feb 11, 2020 4:26 pm
wheeliworks
shaznicco
shaznicco
27 October 2019

Above ground pool copping

Above ground pool copping

I have an old semi in ground above ground pool we have replaced the liner and sand filter and pump but the metal copping is rusted out and obsolete need advice on best…

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shaznicco
Oct 27, 2019 10:41 pm
MrChelseaFC
MrChelseaFC
26 October 2019

Finished level for pool and alfresco

Finished level for pool and alfresco

HI - I opted for all at the same level in the end as my alfreso is protected by a fence and to save the house I just added in a water stop...On some sides I have an…

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MrChelseaFC
Oct 26, 2019 10:08 am
PoolOwners
PoolOwners
3 October 2019

What to do here? Post and mesh type fence

What to do here? Post and mesh type fence

If the boundary fence is 1800mm... the NCZ can be applied to your side of the fence.... if the boundary fence is less than 1800mm, the NCZ has to be applied on the…

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PoolOwners
Oct 03, 2019 3:33 pm
PoolOwners
GLO
GLO
25 August 2019

Drainage surrounding pool

Drainage surrounding pool

Thanks, I’m still torn as the the necessity of these types of drains versus spoon drains of draining off into an adjacent garden.

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GLO
Aug 25, 2019 5:08 pm
Pulse
Pulse
6 August 2019

Paving under a 2.3m square Portable Spa

Paving under a 2.3m square Portable Spa

Either would be ok. Easements are only a problem for permanent buildings, slabs should be ok. If well drained and compacted soil the roadbase might be ok. Given it is over…

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Pulse
Aug 06, 2019 9:05 pm
GLO
GLO
6 July 2019

Pool Surrounds???

Pool Surrounds???

Why has the limestone pavers deteriorated.

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GLO
Jul 06, 2019 11:56 pm
Lizz89
Lizz89
5 June 2019

Thinking of a pool....

Thinking of a pool....

And don't forget about the sun position. It's better to set north facing the sun so the water will be warmed several hours a day.

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Lizz89
Jun 06, 2019 12:46 am
Lizz89
PoolOwners
PoolOwners
16 May 2019

New pump no water flow

New pump no water flow

Hi Umesh is the pump priming.... then losing water flow>no flow? or is it unable to prime to begin with?

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PoolOwners
May 16, 2019 12:49 pm
PoolOwners
gogo65
gogo65
24 February 2019

Sydney Pool and Spa Expo

Sydney Pool and Spa Expo

We went today and while it was ok, I certainly wouldn’t pay to go again. We go to the 4wd and camping show etc and have no issues paying but there are a variety of…

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gogo65
Feb 24, 2019 11:21 pm
gogo65
rick16
rick16
25 December 2018

Paradise Pools - Brightwaters DIY Pools

Paradise Pools - Brightwaters DIY Pools

hey guys did anyone go with this mob

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rick16
Dec 25, 2018 11:02 pm
cat_dunc
cat_dunc
19 December 2018

Window Forming Pool barrier?

Window Forming Pool barrier?

Thanks very much

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cat_dunc
Dec 19, 2018 10:57 pm
cat_dunc
gregorian
gregorian
8 November 2018

Fibreglass Pool Company

Fibreglass Pool Company

Leisure and narellan pools are also good options. Happy to get you some discounts thru one of our connections.

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gregorian
Nov 08, 2018 8:18 pm
michaelyoni64
michaelyoni64
8 November 2018

Boundary fence rules vs Pool fencing requirements

Boundary fence rules vs Pool fencing requirements

We had a rather similar problem. I gather the shire are the ones to rubber stamp everything. I suggest you get them out to advise. They will be the ones to pass or fail.…

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michaelyoni64
Nov 08, 2018 3:07 am
Drew01
Drew01
3 November 2018

Help fixing pool fence to steel

Help fixing pool fence to steel

How about rivnuts?

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Drew01
Nov 03, 2018 10:45 pm
Drew01

Without seeing the site it’s harder to be sure but here goes I would put a 6 2.3m m pool in c location . That will give you 1m off boundary and 800mm off alfresco .…

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ste982
Oct 02, 2018 12:29 pm
Sachin
Sachin
27 August 2018

Inground concrete pool quote

Inground concrete pool quote
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kaka

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Sachin
Aug 27, 2018 3:23 pm
aus_nz
aus_nz
30 July 2018

Pump housing / waterfall

Pump housing / waterfall

Hi all, Looking for an all in one pump equipment / waterfall box. Seems to be very few options on the market. Leisure pools have one but are very stand offish to sell them…

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aus_nz
Jul 30, 2018 2:21 pm
aus_nz
Pooltech
Pooltech
8 July 2018

Pool tile suppliers

Pool tile suppliers

Just remember... the tiles in the showroom are in pristine condition. Even the natural stone ones are, as you would expect.... in batch you receive, the tiles will have…

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Pooltech
Jul 08, 2018 6:06 pm
Pooltech
DakotaCantamessa
DakotaCantamessa
5 February 2018

Pool placement with easements and fences.

Pool placement with easements and fences.

The designs of pool shared above is beautiful. I think along with this you can also install glass pool fencing for the safety purpose.

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DakotaCantamessa
Feb 05, 2018 10:02 pm
marz1983
marz1983
15 January 2018

Owner Builder Pool Install

Owner Builder Pool Install

Thanks for you replies, it does seem like if we went with two seperate companies one for actual pool and one to install we may save some money not sure how much yet will…

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marz1983
Jan 15, 2018 8:04 pm
building-expert
building-expert
18 October 2017

Issue with pipe location - who should fix, us or plumber?

Issue with pipe location - who should fix, us or plumber?

Is it reasonable to expect the pool company/plumber to come back and rectify this? (For what it's worth, the concreter reckons it's a 10 min job for the plumber). Yes it…

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building-expert
Oct 18, 2017 4:49 pm
building-expert
Saint Mike
Saint Mike
18 September 2017

Glass Pool Fence Vitroglaze or EnduroShield

Glass Pool Fence Vitroglaze or EnduroShield

We have glass. Never added anything. Just give it a wash every 3-4 months.

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Saint Mike
Sep 18, 2017 9:29 am
Saint Mike
faykis
faykis
7 May 2017

First Build with Eden Brea - Tender Presentation and Costs

First Build with Eden Brea - Tender Presentation and Costs

Hi how much slope did you have in your land if you dont mind me asking? We are also looking at a lot in colebee whixh has 1m elevation from street and another .5m accross…

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faykis
May 07, 2017 1:16 am
faykis
faykis
faykis
6 May 2017

Minimal land size required for building new pool in blacktow

Minimal land size required for building new pool in blacktow

Hi members, can anyone enlighten me with the requirements of building a new pool in a area within blacktown council!!! Is there a minimal size if land criteria? I…

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faykis
May 06, 2017 9:58 am
faykis
cat_dunc
cat_dunc
10 April 2017

Building a Pool with Narellan Pools

Building a Pool with Narellan Pools

Hi Louise, are you able to post more about your pool? I cant see a finished, or a fence post anyway. The pool looks great. I hope you've been loving it.

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cat_dunc
Apr 10, 2017 11:42 pm
cat_dunc

Hi Weeliworks, the big undivided plot on the side will remain as it is. Its someones house and hushe yard at the front back and sides. They are the main onwer of the…

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faykis
Mar 24, 2017 8:12 pm
faykis
faykis
faykis
18 March 2017

Swimming Pool construction in Sydney prior building construc

Swimming Pool construction in Sydney prior building construc

Thanks for your valuable tips wheeliworks. Unfortunately our block is a narrow block (12.5m frontage through out). So we'll need the pool built early as there wont be any…

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faykis
Mar 18, 2017 11:01 pm
faykis
dreamh0me
dreamh0me
16 March 2017

Pool cover

Pool cover

Thanks. Our pool exists and we are keeping it. It is fenced in but we still need a hard cover to protect builders in case they fall etc.

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dreamh0me
Mar 16, 2017 12:37 pm
dreamh0me
GLO
GLO
12 March 2017

Distance between pool, house and boundary

Distance between pool, house and boundary

I'll take a guess here. If you are able to measure that it's 80cm, then they might be allowing 15-20cm concrete wall and tiling. It's only a guess Good luck

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GLO
Mar 12, 2017 7:20 am
joelzee
joelzee
7 March 2017

Which Sydney pool builder is the best to use / recommended ?

Which Sydney pool builder is the best to use / recommended ?

faykis, The experience was sensational! They finished from go to whoa in 8 weeks.Our pool was 75K. The other 2 quotes we received were less than this but when we went back…

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joelzee
Mar 07, 2017 12:04 pm

We have done quiet a few similar to what you have .We install fibreglass pools inside existing excavation . Sometimes a small amount of excavation is still needed if pool…

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wheeliworks
Feb 12, 2017 6:27 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
31 January 2017

Help please! we have narrowed down to 2 pool options

Help please! we have narrowed down to 2 pool options

Comparisons Barrier reef shell is much stronger Filters zx 100 is way to small , you didn't state size on star clear but the Hayward swim clear is a better filter and a…

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wheeliworks
Jan 31, 2017 7:30 pm
wheeliworks
kelstargirl
kelstargirl
28 December 2016

New pool pump

New pool pump

Yes you certainly can! I would highly suggest on buying variable speed pool pumps which gives you more power efficiency and savings on energy consumption. It runs silently…

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kelstargirl
Dec 28, 2016 10:30 pm
Shelby11
Shelby11
28 November 2016

Waterline POOL tiles/mosaics

Waterline POOL tiles/mosaics

Hi there, You seem to have a good handle on the fibreglass pool waterline tiles. We are looking for someone to do this work for us in Sydney and I think on an earlier…

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Shelby11
Nov 28, 2016 2:13 pm
6banga
6banga
24 November 2016

spa on slightly unlevel concrete pad

spa on slightly unlevel concrete pad

Hi Bashworth I ended up just leaving it, I filled it tonight all seems ok. My concrete has a rough cove finish so it probably didn't help the perfectly flat slab I was…

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6banga
Nov 24, 2016 9:15 pm
Whitey22
Whitey22
4 November 2016

Cost to Run Electrical

Cost to Run Electrical

I would allow for between 300-500 for this job pending ease of cable run to location. This includes cabling, circuit protection and outdoor weatherproof outlet. Cheers

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Whitey22
Nov 04, 2016 4:24 pm

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