I recommend this setup with the sand filter and salt pump. It uses no chlorine. This pool is 999. The 799 version does not come with the deluxe cleaning kit or volley ball kit and it's not salt. The salt pump is $170 by itself. My research shows this pool is a great deal for what you get. 4 hours tops to set it up
Bay Gigi and Avah, unfortunately I can't find it for that on Wal-Mart.com. It's listing for $1400 and $1500. They look exactly the same but they have different model #. I will go ahead and order with Amazon. Thank you☺
I have the 24 ft long rectangular pool..had it up for 4 years. Did have to buy a bigger pump. One if the corner pieces came out but cant fix it with 10,000 gallons of water in it lol but its not hurting anything. Love how you & your wife treat eachother ♡ great video! I didnt put pavers under the legs. I had the ground dug out. My buddy came over with a tractor. And we put down a lot of sand and then the tarp. Thankfully I haven't had any problems with the legs sinking. Yall did a great job!♡ God Bless you & your family
This is year 4 for us. A couple of the corners have rusted out but it still holds water just fine. It does sit a little lower on one end. That comes from a pool sitting on top of a filled in pool... Lol. I'm on my 3rd t cell also. That's mostly my fault from overworking the system. I've got a system down this year working pretty good. The deck is finished but needs restraining. We still love it. I do it mostly for the kids. I'll have another video on it this year to update. Thank you for all the kind words and God bless you and your family also
Hi, we just had a digger here leveling our yard. We have a 22x52 round intex. We had an 18 foot for years at our old house. We have been in this house three years and it’s time to set up the pool. Finally. So excited. We are putting a deck around it. With a gate so our dogs want get in. One of ours will jump in. Intex makes great products. They are so worth the money. Thank you for videoing it. God bless, Leslye
Great video, I dont know why people would give you a thumbs down on here, probably some haters out there. Glad I watched it because I will be getting the same pool so that I can install it in the backyard and all 3 of my girls can swim and have a good time. This was exactly what I was looking for a step by step installation video so that I know exactly what to expect when I get out in the backyard and start doing this. Thanks a lot for this once again.
Great video. Love the sense of fun and just good life. From you to your family, to your friend that came to help to just the beautiful scenery of you home. This is what makes America truly great to me. Through all the work and in fighting, we sometimes forget to just have fun and help each other.
I've had a pool in every house I've owned and cant live without one. The last house I bought had a small above ground pool that was 12X20..the first bbq we had we discovered that pool was way too small for our needs. People were shoulder to shoulder and no one could actually swim. So my husband took the pool out and we bought a 18X32 above ground pool and build a deck around it so we could walk into it. Still could use the ladder or pull yourself out by way of the deck. That pool was perfect. Even with 12 people in it you could swim..
I bought a home in Indiana perhaps 20 years ago. I bought it from the bank and the pool was basically a huge hole in the ground when I looked at the house. Days after I closed the insurance company was jumping on my back to do something with it (they did a stealth inspection one day, as expected). They told me to fill it in or have it fixed. And if I put in a slide for the pool to let me know so they could bend me over with the increased premiums (I have no idea why a slide would upset them more than the diving board that was part of the pool, but they had no problem with board). Also, since I had a gate around the property they were okay with everything else if I fixed it. So I fixed it. It's been a long time but I remember it costing about 5k to get fixed. One guy did all the work and it looked wonderful when he was done. He used my garden hose to fill it up and it took 3 or 4 days to fill. I think I had to replace the pump and filter as well, which wasn't much. I added a timer, a solar cover, and an automatic pool cleaner. I kept the house for another 4 years until I was transferred out of state. The only regret that I had is I paid someone to close the pool for me the first winter. After seeing what they did for about $150 I realized that there was nothing to closing the pool and I did it myself going forward. But the bottom line was if the pool could be saved I was going to save it. No way was I going to fill that thing in with dirt. And I sure in heck wouldn't have left the decking there to remind me of what I could have had if I didn't have a choice but to fill it in.
Bought the same(ish) pool this year (2021 Coleman). Some slight differences, but virtually identical. When we set ours up we made a critical error and did not add extra supports under the legs. One side sank into the ground despite thorough compacting. Had to drain and add supports. Was great after that. The bowed sides freaked me out also. Really needs to be mentioned in the manual that this is normal! Will be adding a built in skimmer to the pool this weekend along with building a solar water heater. Looking forward to years of enjoyment out of this pool!
What did you use for supports? I used 2" 12x12 pavers(buried level) and had 7 break! Just drained and thinking about using 2x8 PT wood cutting into 2 strips of 8" and running against the grain(directions suggest). Just don't want to fill and have to drain again! The pool was about 4" from the top when the pavers broke. The pool was only 3/4 inch off level(I have the 16'x32')
@mikey lee I used PT 4x4 Posts that I had laying around. I cut them into 12" lengths and made an "H" with them under each leg, so the vertical sides of the H were perpendicular with the leg, and the middle part of the H was under it lengthwise. (if that makes sense). So far no issues.
OMYgosh!!! I am soooo excited!!!! we are in the process of leveling the ground and will order the pool on Friday. This is by far the best video I have seen thank you!! if you have had any issues please post.
We purchased a 9x18 Best way rectangular pool and waiting for it to be delivered. Been watching lots of vids. I am feeling anxious we get it right... Appreciate you sharing and will watch for your 2020 update. Great family , God Bless!!
@@JamesMcNeill55 I thought it odd so many asking about what was there before or commenting on loud noise. Caught a glimpse of the deck in progress....sweet.
Thank you for this video. I live in Florida, the heat is awful. I'll be getting a pool to keep 5 grandchildren and myself busy during the coronavirus quarantine. We have well water. It turns green really fast during the summer. I have to clean my chickens water buckets daily.
I recently bought a 12x30 for my kids.prices are crazy but it's so much fun.wish they would be making more of these,can't find it anywhere but letgo and craigslist.so we know how that goes
Ebay has some excellent good deals, I couldn't believe how much money I could've saved, unbelievable! Seriously, grab one soon, they'll be out shortly, I had that problem last year.😊
Have had same pool for 5 years. I use cotton balls instead of sand and the only chemicals I use are dollar store bleach and baking powder.. I have the cleanest pool in the neighborhood// Cleaner than the people with professionals coming weekly to clean theirs ! The large cotton balls eliminate the need for backwash and at end of year you just put in wash machine and store till next year.
I think i got that exact pool.i'm getting the intex 16in sand pump soon.i will not deal with giant paper filter anymore.this pool cost me $500. but used and paying $580. for 16in intex sand pump.nice!
It was great to finally see a video showing the bowing and then it straightening up. Mine is about a foot from the top and I'm freaking out with the bowing. Mine looked just like yours did, so helpful to see it will hopefully work itself out. I keep feeling like the corners are stuck and won't move. It's of course taking forever with the garden hose and we have no pressure at our house to begin with. We have a salt water setup. We still have to make the trench for the electrical. Hopefully that gets done this weekend. Question? How is it with people holding onto the sides while swimming? The 90 minutes to set up the video says is not true though. We had to have someone come in an level a spot and we had sand put down. BUT, my husband and I dug the spots for the under the supports. Our yard is like ROCK, so it was really hard work and took a day to make sure each was level. BUT, I'm excited and can't wait.
Thank you for the reply. Good to know. Well, the pool finally finished filling and one side popped out correctly but the other didn't. As we took a closer look, we did not level the pavers good on one side. They are up above the base of the pool. It's sad. We are now emptying the water, so we can fix the pavers to be perfect to have no stress on the rails. It's sickening. The leveling process is so so important for this pool. BUT, I have a friend who's had theirs up since 2009. So I know if done right and taken care of, it should last a long time. Just hoping ours is finished before summer is over.
That Intex looks great! Even though the assembly process is different from the 22 foot Coleman pool that I just recently assembled (and made a video about on my channel too!)... it’s just nice to see how good-looking the ‘affordable’ pools like Intex and Coleman can be! 🥰🙌 enjoy it guys!
RANDOM THINGS it's all worth it at the end of the day. Just opened mine for season 2. I have the deck finished also. Looks amazing stained and furnished. I also built a slide using a playground slide. Subscribe to me channel. That completed video is coming soon. Also watch my update video on this install
Thank you for this! We just put ours up and are currently filling, We have yet to get the salt (Tomorrow) but what did you use to shock it? Or did you do the boost? and is it safe for the kids to be in when you do the acidic? wondering cuz ours is turning green (lack of circulation what not) so did you Boost and how did you do the acidic and how long did that take? TYIA!
Brandy Mapson I use regular pool shock. It's basically granular bleach. You'll need stabilizer (cyanuric acid) once it's full. The pump uses the salt to make the chlorine but you need stabilizer to maintain proper levels. We've had lots of rain which added lots of fresh water. After just a month and a half my pool needs more stabilizer to keep it clear. Stabilizer is crucial for clear water. 210 pounds of salt and about 90 pounds of sand
Bay Gigi and Avah was there an underground pool there before that was filled with dirt? Just curious because of the concrete/patio area around the ground where you’re putting the pool.
That's America bust your ass all week to make enough money to pay your bills and to be able to buy something special for the whole family. And spend a few weekends building it and many years enjoying it ...sort of makes it all worthwhile!! . Good job my friend
I've never seen an above ground pool installed on top of an in ground pool!!! Shame about your in ground but this one is nice!!! I wanna see the finished deck!!!!!
Hi there, I'm just curious why you chose not to restore the inground pool? We had the same situation, and it cost 900$ to remove the fill dirt, $500 to repair/ replace collapsed walls, and $1800 for a brand new vinyl liner. So for $3200 all in , it's like a brand new pool. Did you choose this because it's easier maintenance long term? I'm hoping the repairs I've done will last long term, but I guess time will tell.
What is the outside dimensions for the leg supports? I wanting to make a concrete footer for it to sit on before buying the pool and can't find this information anywhere.
@@JamesMcNeill55 That's a shame that they filled it in. I bought a house from the bank that had an in-ground pool that pretty much in the same condition. I had to have it fixed or filled in because the insurance company was having a fit. I had it fixed and the guy that did the work (by himself) did a great job. It took about a week and I had a wonderful in-ground pool. But I think it cost about 5k to get it fixed. But it was worth it.
That’s a great video- I used it to put my pool together - I didn’t even use the manual. I’m filing up the pool now and it’s about 1/4 fill - I realized water in one side (Short) is lower than the other short side: 4 - 5 inches . Do I need to drain the pool right now and level the ground or should I wait until the pool is 100% fill up to determine if it’s level or not - thanks
Bay Gigi and Avah thanks for your quick response- I did pay someone to level the ground for me but almost half way filling up - I have a feeling they didn’t do a good job- that’s why I was wondering if I should let the pool completely fill up before I came to a conclusion
Loved your video! Can I ask what you used to help get all the iron out of the water? We also have very high iron levels in our water, and we’re currently filling our pool!
Just let it do its thing like normal. You'll need to backwash soon after turning the system on and recalibrate your chemicals a couple times early on to get it right. If yours is salt and the 8400 gallon like this one add a bag of shock about every 4 days or so and adjust your pump run time with that in mind. pH is hard to control and algae may form quick otherwise. Hope that helps and enjoy!
cindy hayse I plan on leaving mine up year round. I wouldn't do the dirt for several reasons but that is an interesting concept. Please view update in the description link and share
On the end of the pool where the three legs are...What's the measurement from the left outside corner leg to the right outside leg and what's the measurement between each leg? Our concrete slab is 24ft long so we have to add some concrete on one end of the slab for the legs so we need to know the measurements to add the concrete.
The well was put in 1988. We had a new pump, wire and breaker put in right after the pool was put up. The a/c that you here loudly in the background burnt up our service entrance panel. It all had to be replaced including the a/c. I would say no considering what was replaced wasn't the right size pump for the property anyway
How many feet do the legs stick out from the pool border? I need to know how much of a level border I need. The pool says 24x12 but how far do the legs stick out on each side?
joann cedeno no do not take the pool down. Just take the pump off in the winter and store it in your basement. Let the water drain out of the inlets and leave it sit with the left over water all winter. It won’t hurt it. You run a bigger risk of ruining the pool taking it down every year and not to mention you could lose or misplace parts and forget where they are over the winter. These pools like in the video are only guaranteed to last about 7 years anyway. Some of these pools come with plastic pins that get brittle over the summers. If you take it apart you would also risk these breaking.
@@Yyyyyy5 I guess depends where is your location, we read if the temp goes below 12 Celcius is better to take it down. By us snows at least once a year, so we are putting it in storage in a plastic sturdy container.
@@Yyyyyy5 We were considering doing a deck and also the tent...not cheap the whole thing even to add a heating unit so we can swim in the winter season. The heating unit only cost like 2.500 usd and can use it in the winter as well
Ps..I seen where theres a device that you can put over your hose that will get some of the harsh chemicals out of it. I dont know if it works because I never tried it. And after you backwash..rinse it then put filter back on so that way sand and stuff doesnt go back into your pool after u back wash it. Ive learned through trial and error lol and still learnin
Does the skimmer connect to your outlet port or ? Very nice video and enjoyed watching you enjoy making it and Gigi and your little one are cutie pies. You look like you are in a rural area which reminds me of my life in Northern Minnesota near all the lakes. Thanks again Avah.
Our family is very happy. We are getting ready for a firework show and the pool will be a major part of it on the fourth. Video to come. I will say this... It's not an in ground pool and the price will reflect what your buying to some degree. At $999 for the pool for us it was too good to pass up. At this point I have close to $9000 invested with the deck, furniture and accessories that make pool care and function better. Invest in steps and a good electric or mechanical bot to clean it.
Thanks for answering. My husband, bless his heart, is from L.A. and a bit mechanically challenged. Unfortunately, he is territorial and would rather try to do it himself rather than have another guy do it. Of all the “how to” videos we watched on this subject, yours was the most down to earth and informative to the point where even I think he can do it. Thanks again for the video. 😋
Any advice on how to get the pump running? We have the intex 24×12 but when we put the pump on filter nothing seems to be happening. I don't see water blowing in or out of the pool.
Silvia Cervantes-Juarez is the pump running? Make sure the 2 valves (1 at the inlet back into the pool and the other where the 2 outlet pipes join together) are open also
Can u please help... I have the same pool and it’s My first time use . I’m running the sand filter for 24 hrs with the salt water system off. On that’s finished what are my next steps? Do I test the water levels before getting in? Do I run the salt water system next ?
Bay Gigi and Avah I have 3 hours left for the 24 hr mark and I’ll start the salt filter now. Thank u for helping. the kids have been so excited and patiently waiting to get in! Should I do the boost mode ?
We have owned 3 Intex pools and the legs rusted out on each one over time. Our last one only lasted 2 years but we had one like this one and it did last about 4 years. Record I guess.
Fellicia Wilson-Garland I wouldn't use wood alone. Use something that can withstand pressure. The wood I used bowed and sunk considerably. 4" concrete cap blocks with some type of thick steel like angle iron on the edges. Turn the blocks and iron to point in the direction of the pool (opposite direction of the pool support arms). Try to position the flap coming from under the pool at a slightly elevated angle. As the support settles this will compensate for the drop (sinkage if you will).
A concern/question.. How does one keep telling kids to stop hanging/touching the edge of the pool or not to kick off the sides? Those are two very natural instincts when we swim, especially for little ones learning to swim. Is the frame not strong enough? What will happen?
Teanna Arroyo back wash until you see clear water in the sight glass. Then rinse for at least one minute before returning to filter. Salt is determined by gallons of water. There's a formula for how much but I don't have it handy
I've got a 16 ft round pool with a saltwater generator could you describe how you balanced your ph, alkalinity etc... I'm just learning and want it to be right I'm reading about using muriatic acid , borax, baking soda
Melody Cox I'm taking the cover off today or tomorrow. I kept it running all winter on 2 and the water is clear. I'll have another update soon and the deck is finished now. Keep an eye out for that video. I've got another video about this pool on my channel also. Please share. Ty
dogimed not that I can see. One of my corners has disintegrated. I don't see that scenario happening because of the material and the fact that it's holding 8400 gallons
Hi, we have just installed our pool and started filling it up with water. Have you ever noticed water seeping out from the bottom of the pool. I noticed a puddle of water and put my hand under the pool and it was wet. This isn't supposed to happen is it?
How did that setup work for you using wooden planks for support? I suggest you use large pavers and make them flush with the ground. Also, very dangerous to backwash right onto an electrical cord. I'd hose clamp on a hose to run the water further out.
rollercoaster55 I wish I would have used 4 inch cap blocks instead. The cord is GFI protected and is for outdoor use close to the pool. At this point I have finished the deck and the wire is coiled up and off the ground
@@JamesMcNeill55 Would the cap block be wide enough to support the leg. i was thinking i was going to use 24" 2x10s. But concrete would be much cheaper!
On above ground pools the salt will eat up the screws around the pool, me and my team just rained into that problem we had to actually cut the screws out and replace all screws...
Daniela Capucho I strongly recommend putting something under those supports at ground level or close to it. There's allot of weight sloshing around inside the pool. They have absorbed some of the settling also
@@danielacapucho8501 probably did not come with the pool... Home Depot or Lowe's????? Someone in another video uses pavers ...water is heavy ...need that support
Pokemom Here yes it is! Just checked it. Needs a slight vacuum but clarity is beautiful! I love this salt water pool. Relieves all my aches and pains when I get in.
I recommend this setup with the sand filter and salt pump. It uses no chlorine. This pool is 999. The 799 version does not come with the deluxe cleaning kit or volley ball kit and it's not salt. The salt pump is $170 by itself. My research shows this pool is a great deal for what you get. 4 hours tops to set it up
Bay Gigi and Avah, where is it $999? I found it on Amazon for 1249.99 free shipping.
walmart.com
999 +tax shipped to my driveway. no other fees
Bay Gigi and Avah, unfortunately I can't find it for that on Wal-Mart.com. It's listing for $1400 and $1500. They look exactly the same but they have different model #. I will go ahead and order with Amazon. Thank you☺
How much salt do you add to the pool? Mine came with an up to 7000 gallons salt system. Should I buy the 15000 system instead?
I have the 24 ft long rectangular pool..had it up for 4 years. Did have to buy a bigger pump. One if the corner pieces came out but cant fix it with 10,000 gallons of water in it lol but its not hurting anything. Love how you & your wife treat eachother ♡ great video! I didnt put pavers under the legs. I had the ground dug out. My buddy came over with a tractor. And we put down a lot of sand and then the tarp. Thankfully I haven't had any problems with the legs sinking. Yall did a great job!♡ God Bless you & your family
This is year 4 for us. A couple of the corners have rusted out but it still holds water just fine. It does sit a little lower on one end. That comes from a pool sitting on top of a filled in pool... Lol. I'm on my 3rd t cell also. That's mostly my fault from overworking the system. I've got a system down this year working pretty good. The deck is finished but needs restraining. We still love it. I do it mostly for the kids. I'll have another video on it this year to update. Thank you for all the kind words and God bless you and your family also
Hi, we just had a digger here leveling our yard. We have a 22x52 round intex. We had an 18 foot for years at our old house. We have been in this house three years and it’s time to set up the pool. Finally. So excited. We are putting a deck around it. With a gate so our dogs want get in. One of ours will jump in. Intex makes great products. They are so worth the money. Thank you for videoing it. God bless, Leslye
Great video, I dont know why people would give you a thumbs down on here, probably some haters out there. Glad I watched it because I will be getting the same pool so that I can install it in the backyard and all 3 of my girls can swim and have a good time. This was exactly what I was looking for a step by step installation video so that I know exactly what to expect when I get out in the backyard and start doing this. Thanks a lot for this once again.
Simple audio was rubbish I would have spent the money on a new air conditioning unit.
I agree..it was a good vid
@@johnmcleod7347Quiet, you mugg.
@@johnmcleod7347Cry more.
Great video. Love the sense of fun and just good life. From you to your family, to your friend that came to help to just the beautiful scenery of you home. This is what makes America truly great to me. Through all the work and in fighting, we sometimes forget to just have fun and help each other.
Brian Williams thank you for the kind words. From our family to yours be safe and love each other during these trying times.
Not only a good pool video, but a good neighbor video, and a great family video!….👌🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Just leveled for a 18x9, ground was all fill. Mostly golf balls size rocks coming up.. like you said " definitely hard work "!
i measured off my yard this weekend for this same setup...after watching this it looks huge :o
I've had a pool in every house I've owned and cant live without one. The last house I bought had a small above ground pool that was 12X20..the first bbq we had we discovered that pool was way too small for our needs. People were shoulder to shoulder and no one could actually swim. So my husband took the pool out and we bought a 18X32 above ground pool and build a deck around it so we could walk into it. Still could use the ladder or pull yourself out by way of the deck. That pool was perfect. Even with 12 people in it you could swim..
Thanks for showing the boat, when you said she cleaned your boat I thought it was a euphemism.
Very impressive! I can't imagine someone owning a home and letting an inground pool go like that. What a shame!
I bought a home in Indiana perhaps 20 years ago. I bought it from the bank and the pool was basically a huge hole in the ground when I looked at the house. Days after I closed the insurance company was jumping on my back to do something with it (they did a stealth inspection one day, as expected).
They told me to fill it in or have it fixed. And if I put in a slide for the pool to let me know so they could bend me over with the increased premiums (I have no idea why a slide would upset them more than the diving board that was part of the pool, but they had no problem with board). Also, since I had a gate around the property they were okay with everything else if I fixed it.
So I fixed it. It's been a long time but I remember it costing about 5k to get fixed. One guy did all the work and it looked wonderful when he was done. He used my garden hose to fill it up and it took 3 or 4 days to fill. I think I had to replace the pump and filter as well, which wasn't much. I added a timer, a solar cover, and an automatic pool cleaner. I kept the house for another 4 years until I was transferred out of state.
The only regret that I had is I paid someone to close the pool for me the first winter. After seeing what they did for about $150 I realized that there was nothing to closing the pool and I did it myself going forward.
But the bottom line was if the pool could be saved I was going to save it. No way was I going to fill that thing in with dirt. And I sure in heck wouldn't have left the decking there to remind me of what I could have had if I didn't have a choice but to fill it in.
Bought the same(ish) pool this year (2021 Coleman). Some slight differences, but virtually identical.
When we set ours up we made a critical error and did not add extra supports under the legs. One side sank into the ground despite thorough compacting. Had to drain and add supports. Was great after that.
The bowed sides freaked me out also. Really needs to be mentioned in the manual that this is normal!
Will be adding a built in skimmer to the pool this weekend along with building a solar water heater. Looking forward to years of enjoyment out of this pool!
You'll get about 3 years out of the metal corners before they rust out of their sleeved position. The pool still stands and you can swim in it
What did you use for supports? I used 2" 12x12 pavers(buried level) and had 7 break! Just drained and thinking about using 2x8 PT wood cutting into 2 strips of 8" and running against the grain(directions suggest). Just don't want to fill and have to drain again! The pool was about 4" from the top when the pavers broke. The pool was only 3/4 inch off level(I have the 16'x32')
@mikey lee I used PT 4x4 Posts that I had laying around. I cut them into 12" lengths and made an "H" with them under each leg, so the vertical sides of the H were perpendicular with the leg, and the middle part of the H was under it lengthwise. (if that makes sense). So far no issues.
God bless your family it looks really beautiful one day a will get one like that I got a little one 👴👍
OMYgosh!!! I am soooo excited!!!! we are in the process of leveling the ground and will order the pool on Friday. This is by far the best video I have seen thank you!! if you have had any issues please post.
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I have a salt water pool as well. Only problem is the salt rust the poles
We purchased a 9x18 Best way rectangular pool and waiting for it to be delivered. Been watching lots of vids. I am feeling anxious we get it right...
Appreciate you sharing and will watch for your 2020 update. Great family , God Bless!!
Julia Silva thank you for the kind words.
@@JamesMcNeill55 I thought it odd so many asking about what was there before or commenting on loud noise. Caught a glimpse of the deck in progress....sweet.
Thank you for this video. I live in Florida, the heat is awful. I'll be getting a pool to keep 5 grandchildren and myself busy during the coronavirus quarantine. We have well water. It turns green really fast during the summer. I have to clean my chickens water buckets daily.
Awww 9:01 made me smile ❤
That was sweet!
And thanks for the video!!!
I like the video got the same pool this week. When filling up the side was bowing and was concerned.
It all works out fine
Lovely family, makes me happy to see!
I recently bought a 12x30 for my kids.prices are crazy but it's so much fun.wish they would be making more of these,can't find it anywhere but letgo and craigslist.so we know how that goes
Ebay has some excellent good deals, I couldn't believe how much money I could've saved, unbelievable! Seriously, grab one soon, they'll be out shortly, I had that problem last year.😊
lovely to see your daughter swimming. I have the same pool and hopefully will take a dip tomorrow :)
I'm so jealous 😂
Thanks so much! We are trying to decide if we could do the install ourselves and your video was super helpful!
We love these pools so much , we bought 2 of them lol.
she is precious! I hope she enjoys it!
You made a nice video for 2019
Have had same pool for 5 years. I use cotton balls instead of sand and the only chemicals I use are dollar store bleach and baking powder.. I have the cleanest pool in the neighborhood// Cleaner than the people with professionals coming weekly to clean theirs ! The large cotton balls eliminate the need for backwash and at end of year you just put in wash machine and store till next year.
I think i got that exact pool.i'm getting the intex 16in sand pump soon.i will not deal with giant paper filter anymore.this pool cost me $500. but used and paying $580. for 16in intex sand pump.nice!
It was great to finally see a video showing the bowing and then it straightening up. Mine is about a foot from the top and I'm freaking out with the bowing. Mine looked just like yours did, so helpful to see it will hopefully work itself out. I keep feeling like the corners are stuck and won't move. It's of course taking forever with the garden hose and we have no pressure at our house to begin with. We have a salt water setup. We still have to make the trench for the electrical. Hopefully that gets done this weekend. Question? How is it with people holding onto the sides while swimming? The 90 minutes to set up the video says is not true though. We had to have someone come in an level a spot and we had sand put down. BUT, my husband and I dug the spots for the under the supports. Our yard is like ROCK, so it was really hard work and took a day to make sure each was level. BUT, I'm excited and can't wait.
Shelly Billings the top rails are fine for holding onto
Thank you for the reply. Good to know.
Well, the pool finally finished filling and one side popped out correctly but the other didn't. As we took a closer look, we did not level the pavers good on one side. They are up above the base of the pool. It's sad. We are now emptying the water, so we can fix the pavers to be perfect to have no stress on the rails. It's sickening. The leveling process is so so important for this pool. BUT, I have a friend who's had theirs up since 2009. So I know if done right and taken care of, it should last a long time. Just hoping ours is finished before summer is over.
The pool looks great! And you have a very nice voice
Buddy Buds lol. Gigi says the same thing. You should see it now! The deck is done
Bay Gigi and Avah yes beautiful!
Nice pool, top of the corners look an issue. For future videos you might want to upgrade your microphone as voice was very hard to hear in parts.
That Intex looks great! Even though the assembly process is different from the 22 foot Coleman pool that I just recently assembled (and made a video about on my channel too!)... it’s just nice to see how good-looking the ‘affordable’ pools like Intex and Coleman can be! 🥰🙌 enjoy it guys!
The Impressive Mix Watch out for that Coleman pool. Max life is 2 years. They fall apart fast.
Great job! Looks awesome, enjoy.
Best video on RUclips for this pool yes it is hard WORK! Leveling for mine right now
RANDOM THINGS it's all worth it at the end of the day. Just opened mine for season 2. I have the deck finished also. Looks amazing stained and furnished. I also built a slide using a playground slide. Subscribe to me channel. That completed video is coming soon. Also watch my update video on this install
I will have a video on the deck very soon
Thank you for this! We just put ours up and are currently filling, We have yet to get the salt (Tomorrow) but what did you use to shock it? Or did you do the boost? and is it safe for the kids to be in when you do the acidic? wondering cuz ours is turning green (lack of circulation what not) so did you Boost and how did you do the acidic and how long did that take? TYIA!
Brandy Mapson I use regular pool shock. It's basically granular bleach. You'll need stabilizer (cyanuric acid) once it's full. The pump uses the salt to make the chlorine but you need stabilizer to maintain proper levels. We've had lots of rain which added lots of fresh water. After just a month and a half my pool needs more stabilizer to keep it clear. Stabilizer is crucial for clear water. 210 pounds of salt and about 90 pounds of sand
Bay Gigi and Avah was there an underground pool there before that was filled with dirt? Just curious because of the concrete/patio area around the ground where you’re putting the pool.
@@lydiashipes100 yes there was a below ground pool there, he said so in above comments.
Live this video! Mother’s Day pool party 🎊
Thanks for this video. This is the set up I’m trying to do for my pool.
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Great video guys. Very informative and helpful. Thank you
Great job ma man....y'all doing a great job.
It's hard work! Long way to go! Thank you for your support!
Great video of pool and little one enjoying it.
That's America bust your ass all week to make enough money to pay your bills and to be able to buy something special for the whole family. And spend a few weekends building it and many years enjoying it ...sort of makes it all worthwhile!! . Good job my friend
"It's dirty from his friend" LOL That little kid made me laugh.
My daughter just got one. I love it.
Make sure you get it on your insurance
I've never seen an above ground pool installed on top of an in ground pool!!! Shame about your in ground but this one is nice!!! I wanna see the finished deck!!!!!
Hi there, I'm just curious why you chose not to restore the inground pool? We had the same situation, and it cost 900$ to remove the fill dirt, $500 to repair/ replace collapsed walls, and $1800 for a brand new vinyl liner. So for $3200 all in , it's like a brand new pool. Did you choose this because it's easier maintenance long term? I'm hoping the repairs I've done will last long term, but I guess time will tell.
Do you know how wide it is with the legs? I have a small yard which is why I need a rectangular pool and I'm worried with the legs it'll be too wide.
Shivahn Duffey but they are the most important.
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What is the outside dimensions for the leg supports? I wanting to make a concrete footer for it to sit on before buying the pool and can't find this information anywhere.
Thats a nice home you got there 👌
I plan on going with 4" cap blocks buried at ground level. If I have to drain it I'll fix all at once
It looks like you already had a below ground pool and filled it with dirt! Would love to know what happened.
The Whatever Channel it was neglected by the previous owner. The liner fell and the walls collapsed. They filled it in instead of fixing it
@@JamesMcNeill55 That's a shame that they filled it in. I bought a house from the bank that had an in-ground pool that pretty much in the same condition. I had to have it fixed or filled in because the insurance company was having a fit.
I had it fixed and the guy that did the work (by himself) did a great job. It took about a week and I had a wonderful in-ground pool.
But I think it cost about 5k to get it fixed. But it was worth it.
That’s a great video- I used it to put my pool together - I didn’t even use the manual. I’m filing up the pool now and it’s about 1/4 fill - I realized water in one side (Short) is lower than the other short side: 4 - 5 inches . Do I need to drain the pool right now and level the ground or should I wait until the pool is 100% fill up to determine if it’s level or not - thanks
Bruny Cherisme the ground should be level first
Bay Gigi and Avah thanks for your quick response- I did pay someone to level the ground for me but almost half way filling up - I have a feeling they didn’t do a good job- that’s why I was wondering if I should let the pool completely fill up before I came to a conclusion
Bruny Cherisme 4-5 inches is a lot. You may just want to but if you haven't fixed it yet then let it go and correct the after the season.
Loved your video! Can I ask what you used to help get all the iron out of the water? We also have very high iron levels in our water, and we’re currently filling our pool!
Just let it do its thing like normal. You'll need to backwash soon after turning the system on and recalibrate your chemicals a couple times early on to get it right. If yours is salt and the 8400 gallon like this one add a bag of shock about every 4 days or so and adjust your pump run time with that in mind. pH is hard to control and algae may form quick otherwise. Hope that helps and enjoy!
I was wanting to know if you can leave this pool up all year like other pools ? And can you put dirt up on the sides to give it support ?
cindy hayse I plan on leaving mine up year round. I wouldn't do the dirt for several reasons but that is an interesting concept. Please view update in the description link and share
Did you already have a pool there once before as I can see a hand rail for one? Lovely pool by the way!
It was. Collapsed and filled in
I love to see unity between different races!! Especially in these times..
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Jerry is jacked !!!!
Lots of work but it's worth it!
Curious how this pool is holding up since you made the video? And what have you done over the years to maintain.
Great! Sparkling clear water! Nice!
Glad I watched this. I was lost on which one to get but this video made my mind up. Awesome video!!
On the end of the pool where the three legs are...What's the measurement from the left outside corner leg to the right outside leg and what's the measurement between each leg? Our concrete slab is 24ft long so we have to add some concrete on one end of the slab for the legs so we need to know the measurements to add the concrete.
Did you have a built in pool you filled in??? Why would you fill in a built in pool??
He said in another comment that he didn't ....it was the landlord who filled in the pool.
Tami Gorman previous owner did
How high is the waterline?? is it a true 48 or are thye 45 inches? just wondering.
Any long term ramifications using the well?
The well was put in 1988. We had a new pump, wire and breaker put in right after the pool was put up. The a/c that you here loudly in the background burnt up our service entrance panel. It all had to be replaced including the a/c. I would say no considering what was replaced wasn't the right size pump for the property anyway
How many feet do the legs stick out from the pool border? I need to know how much of a level border I need. The pool says 24x12 but how far do the legs stick out on each side?
Do you have to take the pool down every season.
joann cedeno no do not take the pool down. Just take the pump off in the winter and store it in your basement. Let the water drain out of the inlets and leave it sit with the left over water all winter. It won’t hurt it. You run a bigger risk of ruining the pool taking it down every year and not to mention you could lose or misplace parts and forget where they are over the winter. These pools like in the video are only guaranteed to last about 7 years anyway. Some of these pools come with plastic pins that get brittle over the summers. If you take it apart you would also risk these breaking.
@@Yyyyyy5 I guess depends where is your location, we read if the temp goes below 12 Celcius is better to take it down. By us snows at least once a year, so we are putting it in storage in a plastic sturdy container.
@@normab7991 um where I live it snows probably 15-20 times a year. Gets down to 44 below zero and pool does just fine.
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We were considering doing a deck and also the tent...not cheap the whole thing even to add a heating unit so we can swim in the winter season.
The heating unit only cost like 2.500 usd and can use it in the winter as well
Ps..I seen where theres a device that you can put over your hose that will get some of the harsh chemicals out of it. I dont know if it works because I never tried it. And after you backwash..rinse it then put filter back on so that way sand and stuff doesnt go back into your pool after u back wash it. Ive learned through trial and error lol and still learnin
Does the skimmer connect to your outlet port or ? Very nice video and enjoyed watching you enjoy making it and Gigi and your little one are cutie pies. You look like you are in a rural area which reminds me of my life in Northern Minnesota near all the lakes. Thanks again Avah.
rickydimas it connects to the top rail and on to one of the two inlets that go back to the pump
Just wondering if your still as happy with your pool or if there have been any unforeseen problems now that some time has passed?
Our family is very happy. We are getting ready for a firework show and the pool will be a major part of it on the fourth. Video to come. I will say this... It's not an in ground pool and the price will reflect what your buying to some degree. At $999 for the pool for us it was too good to pass up. At this point I have close to $9000 invested with the deck, furniture and accessories that make pool care and function better. Invest in steps and a good electric or mechanical bot to clean it.
Thanks for answering. My husband, bless his heart, is from L.A. and a bit mechanically challenged. Unfortunately, he is territorial and would rather try to do it himself rather than have another guy do it. Of all the “how to” videos we watched on this subject, yours was the most down to earth and informative to the point where even I think he can do it. Thanks again for the video. 😋
Any advice on how to get the pump running? We have the intex 24×12 but when we put the pump on filter nothing seems to be happening. I don't see water blowing in or out of the pool.
Silvia Cervantes-Juarez is the pump running? Make sure the 2 valves (1 at the inlet back into the pool and the other where the 2 outlet pipes join together) are open also
Can u please help... I have the same pool and it’s My first time use . I’m running the sand filter for 24 hrs with the salt water system off. On that’s finished what are my next steps? Do I test the water levels before getting in? Do I run the salt water system next ?
L C get the salt part running now. You'll need stabilizer to help maintain chlorine levels. Test your water and find out what you need to adjust it
Bay Gigi and Avah I have 3 hours left for the 24 hr mark and I’ll start the salt filter now. Thank u for helping. the kids have been so excited and patiently waiting to get in! Should I do the boost mode ?
I am getting the same poollll!!!😁
Jealous 😂😂
We have owned 3 Intex pools and the legs rusted out on each one over time. Our last one only lasted 2 years but we had one like this one and it did last about 4 years. Record I guess.
My friend sprayed the legs with Rust-Oleum after their first one rusted out in 2 years. Seems to have worked, they have 4 yrs on the new one.
Good job Dad.
Great video thanks we are awating our pool to be delivered. What is the size of the wood you used
Fellicia Wilson-Garland I wouldn't use wood alone. Use something that can withstand pressure. The wood I used bowed and sunk considerably. 4" concrete cap blocks with some type of thick steel like angle iron on the edges. Turn the blocks and iron to point in the direction of the pool (opposite direction of the pool support arms). Try to position the flap coming from under the pool at a slightly elevated angle. As the support settles this will compensate for the drop (sinkage if you will).
Fellicia Wilson-Garland I'm gonna do an update video this year. We are starting our 3rd year and the water is beautiful. Some do's and donts
A concern/question.. How does one keep telling kids to stop hanging/touching the edge of the pool or not to kick off the sides? Those are two very natural instincts when we swim, especially for little ones learning to swim. Is the frame not strong enough? What will happen?
Plenty strong enough. The corners move in and out to absorb the motion. I even kick off the sides myself
hi I have a new pool 27 by 54 and how long do you back wash it and how much salt do I put in it
Teanna Arroyo back wash until you see clear water in the sight glass. Then rinse for at least one minute before returning to filter. Salt is determined by gallons of water. There's a formula for how much but I don't have it handy
I've got a 16 ft round pool with a saltwater generator could you describe how you balanced your ph, alkalinity etc...
I'm just learning and want it to be right
I'm reading about using muriatic acid , borax, baking soda
I take mine to the local pool supplier and they test it for me
Nice to have good friends
Just purchased the 18’x9’ x52” deep pool any recommendations as far as what I can do to make it any better.
Wow, the pool's pretty big. Lots of room to swim some laps.
Love the video....we are really wanting this same style of a pool. You guys have been an inspiration. Nice job 😎
Great video
Essa piscina são quantos centímetros de comprimento e largura?
You can buy a salt water pump for an abovve ground pool?
How has your pool held up? Did you keep it up through the winter?
Melody Cox I'm taking the cover off today or tomorrow. I kept it running all winter on 2 and the water is clear. I'll have another update soon and the deck is finished now. Keep an eye out for that video. I've got another video about this pool on my channel also. Please share. Ty
@@JamesMcNeill55 Thank you for the update. I appreciate it.
How wide total is it? With bars sticking out
Can these things collapse if kids pull the rails from the inside?
dogimed not that I can see. One of my corners has disintegrated. I don't see that scenario happening because of the material and the fact that it's holding 8400 gallons
Hi, we have just installed our pool and started filling it up with water. Have you ever noticed water seeping out from the bottom of the pool. I noticed a puddle of water and put my hand under the pool and it was wet. This isn't supposed to happen is it?
Belinda Carbone no it should not
Why did you bury the old old inground pool? Why not dig it out and put a pool liner for it?
Bigballer we rent and it collapsed before we moved in
Does these come in different sizes? I want to do only therapy and water walking, so need only 6 feet by 18 feet. How modular is the design?
Keith Kollmann yes. This is 12x24. They get bigger and smaller
How did that setup work for you using wooden planks for support? I suggest you use large pavers and make them flush with the ground. Also, very dangerous to backwash right onto an electrical cord. I'd hose clamp on a hose to run the water further out.
rollercoaster55 I wish I would have used 4 inch cap blocks instead. The cord is GFI protected and is for outdoor use close to the pool. At this point I have finished the deck and the wire is coiled up and off the ground
@@JamesMcNeill55 Oh I'd like to see a vid of the deck. I did the same thing by extending the deck outside my door around the pool.
@@JamesMcNeill55 Would the cap block be wide enough to support the leg. i was thinking i was going to use 24" 2x10s. But concrete would be much cheaper!
On above ground pools the salt will eat up the screws around the pool, me and my team just rained into that problem we had to actually cut the screws out and replace all screws...
Kamari The great there are no screws to replace on this pool. The salt will eat up the ends of the pipes around the top
@@JamesMcNeill55 oh i know, i just was saying, i was thinking about the job we did, i see this pool is easy man, you guys did a good job..
@@JamesMcNeill55 I wonder if ther pipes can be treated to resist rusting before they are assembled
How much the size from down when it full of water I'd like to purchase one and I my place size is 26×14 feet
How many meters is long and large?
Looks great. I need one of these
Guys the salt will rust these metal frame pools seen to many but a nice setup
Rusting good on ours but we are enjoying it tremendously
Why did you fill your pool in
jamie knowles previous tenants allowed the liner to fall and the walls collapse so the landlord filled it in
Hey! Why did you had to use the wood sticks? I'm going to have mine delivered next week and I thought it didn't need anything like that
Daniela Capucho I strongly recommend putting something under those supports at ground level or close to it. There's allot of weight sloshing around inside the pool. They have absorbed some of the settling also
@@JamesMcNeill55 but did the wood sticks come with the pool? Because I don't see them in any description so I'm confused hahah thanks!
@@danielacapucho8501 probably did not come with the pool... Home Depot or Lowe's????? Someone in another video uses pavers ...water is heavy ...need that support
@@clarkclarke the pavers cracked in the video I saw.
Did there used to be a unground pool in that area
Inground
Yes there was lol
What size are the wood supports please!
Treated 2x12 the width plus a couple inches off the support
Water still clear an everything holding up nicely?
Pokemom Here yes it is! Just checked it. Needs a slight vacuum but clarity is beautiful! I love this salt water pool. Relieves all my aches and pains when I get in.
Hi, At which point do u add the salt? We will soon be setting up this same pool. Thanks !
L C as soon as it's full of water