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Pools & Spas
How much does a pool cost?
The price of the pool is dictated by the size, type
of finish, pool accessories, type of material that
the construction will take place in and budget.
How long does it typically
take to build a pool?
Your typical pool/spa project will be completed
within 30 to 45 days from excavation. Weather is a
factor as is the scope of the project and unforeseen
elements and add-ons. All of these have a direct
bearing on the actual construction time frame.
How soon can you start
construction on my pool?
Usually we are able to start a project within 1-2
weeks of finalizing the design. The time of year and
number of current projects under construction are
the major contributing factors, as well as required
approvals and permits from the city.
What happens during
excavation?
This is the process of forming and laying out the
pool dimensions. When lay out is completed the
excavators will remove the grass from the general
pool area. Depending upon soil conditions the
excavation of the pool will be completed within
eight hours.
What is the forming and
steel for?
The steel is the structural support of the pool. It
plays an important role in not only structure as
well as the bonding of the electrical ground. This
process is inspected by the city to insure proper
installation.
What is the next step and
process after the steel is done?
Before the gunite is "shot" (a spraying process)
into the pool, we will install all the stub plumbing
which includes pool and spa drains and any pipes
that will be inside the gunite wall including
returns, cleaner lines, and water features, etc.
What is the "gunite"
process?
This is very exciting to see for the first time.
Normally this process involves a team of men that
"shoot" the gunite (a type of concrete) through a
pressurized hose into the excavation to create the
inner shell of your new pool.
What else has to be done
after the gunite is finished?
These phases of construction will be as follows;
tile and coping, long plumb, electrical, decking,
cleanup, sprinkler re-routes, fence re-install, and
pool plaster.
You
mentioned tile and coping, plaster and stone. Can
you give me a bit more information on those?
Pool
construction currently has a huge selection of
natural stone tiles, slates, ceramics, and mosaics
available. The pool coping (pool edge material) is
in many cases created with natural stone, cast
stone, and brick. Our stone masons are extremely
talented and hard working craftsmen and very proud
of their abilities. Their work is second to none in
the industry. Putting on the plaster is a very
difficult and quick process. It is blown onto the
gunite and requires a hard working crew to smooth
the surface quickly to assure a beautiful finish.
The pool is then immediately filled with water.
What kind of pool equipment
will you install?
We are a select partner with the Hayward program. We
have personally dealt with Hayward for many years
and have found their equipment to be of the best in
the industry. They offer a wide variety of pool
packages from pumps to controllers so your pool can
be a Totally Hayward System. The advantage with this
is that with any warranty items you are dealing with
one manufacture supplier. Being a partner offers you
a three-year extended warranty.
What types of financing or
payment plans does Blair Outdoor Concepts’ offer?
In addition to accepting cash, checks, debit, and
all major credit cards, Blair Outdoor Concepts can
provide you with various financing options at your
request. You can contact Blair Outdoor Concepts for
more information.
Fences
What type of wood do you
recommend?
We use and recommend cedar pickets and rails. Cedar
over time will last longer vs. using spruce material
especially with our weather conditions in this area.
Cedar is also the most attractive wood and is
especially beautiful when coated with stain.
What type of fence posts do
you use on wood fences?
We use and recommend metal posts. We always use the
heavy .095 galvanized post. However, we can build
your fence using pressure treated posts, cedar post,
or the cheaper option being landscape timbers.
Remember that the fence structure is very important
and that is why we recommend metal.
Can you tear out and
dispose of my old fence or deck?
Yes. We can teardown and haul away old fencing or
decking for a small fee and include that with our
final estimate. About 98% of the time we prefer to
do this because it’s very hard work and dangerous to
haul off.
Do you give free estimates?
Yes. In many situations if the customer can give us
measurements over the phone we can do preliminary
estimates by phone which can expedite the process.
Later, to proceed with the project, we can come out
and confirm the measurements and make any changes
needed.
What purpose does a cap on
my fence serve?
1. A cap strengthens the fence,
2. It protects the tops of post & boards,
3. A cap also enhances the beauty of the fence.
How wide should my gates
be?
Thirty-six inches wide is standard but we like to
build them at 40 inches to insure that there is
enough room for wheelbarrow and lawnmower to get
through without banging up the post.
How soon can we build the
project?
This depends upon the time of year. We strive to get
to your project as soon as possible. We tend to be
out three to four weeks on our schedule in the
spring and early summer. Winter time we can get a
project done within a week. Winter time is the best
time to build your fence or deck but we have to be
patient with the weather at times.
What kind of stain should I
use?
In this area there are several excellent sources.
One that we like is Ready Seal, and you can view
some of the available Ready Seal colors on our
Fence Colors page.
How do I apply stain to my
fence?
You can brush it on but the best method is to use
Wagner or a pump-up garden sprayer, the same type
that you would use for weed killer or insecticides.
How do I apply stain to my
deck?
You can brush it on, roll it on, or spray it on.
However, you need to apply it to a small area that
you can easily reach and then immediately wipe off
any excess. This is similar to putting an oil finish
on a piece of furniture.
When is the best time to
stain my fence or deck?
You want to let your fence or deck set for a few
days in warm sunny weather so that the moisture will
evaporate out of the wood. If you apply stain
immediately there will be too much moisture in the
wood for the stain to penetrate properly. If your
project is being built in the winter, you will
probably need to wait until spring to apply your
stain. It’s not the rainy winter weather that
destroys wood and turns it gray; it’s the hot summer
sun.
How can I keep my fence and
deck looking new?
By properly applying fence stain to your fence or UV
deck stain to your deck you can keep your fence and
deck looking great for years.
How much does a fence cost?
To find out what the cost of your project, please
call us and we'll be glad to give you a free
estimate. If you know the footage of your fence or
deck project it will give you an approximate cost.
Remember, the cost your deck or fence is usually
outweighed by the enhanced value added to your home.
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