What should I put down before installing an above ground pool?

• <div><p>Sometimes, homeowners choose to install their pool on concrete, foam tiles, or patio pavers. Leveled dirt is also fine, as long as it’s not sod or grass. Regardless, you’ll need to install sand as a buffer to prevent your liner from tearing. Some pool installers also use a protective foam pool pad.</p></div>

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Q: How many people fit in a 12-by-24-foot above ground pool?

• <div><p>The popular 12-by-24-foot oval above ground pool is ideal for a family of four or a group of four to five people at most. This above ground pool size is popular for balancing space in a backyard and easy use and leaves room for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/above-ground-pool-deck-ideas.htm">designing a pool deck</a> or patio.</p></div>

Q: How much room do you need for a spool?

• <div><p>Spools can come as small as 10 x 6 feet, so they don&rsquo;t take up a lot of room in your yard. You&rsquo;ll want to plan for pool decking, fencing, and other features that may take additional space, but for the most part, a spool&rsquo;s small footprint makes it a great choice when you don&rsquo;t have much yard space to spare.</p></div>

Q: How often do you need to change the water in an aboveground pool?

• <div><p>Completely refreshing the water in an aboveground pool every five to seven years helps keep it free of bacteria and algae. Emptying the pool also allows you to clean, repair, or replace the pool liner. Schedule your water change when the weather is mild, as intense heat or cold can damage the pool liner when the pool is empty.</p></div>

Q: Do pools with heaters lose more water?

• <div><p>Yes, a pool with a heater will lose more water. The heater warms the water, which increases the rate of evaporation. To minimize water loss from evaporation, you can install a pool cover and keep the pool covered when it is not in use.</p></div>

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Job was done above and beyond my satisfaction! Land cleared fence removal..dirt work done to where water would run where it needs to, price was affordable! Highly recommend @@
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Installed granite contrrtop , cabinets and layed wood flooring!! Excellent job done on time and very reasonbly priced!!!
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We were happy with the installation,y,the workmanship,and results,we felt that some adjustments were needed to size of some equipment and that problem is being addressed, overall we are extremely happy with product and results.i believe the dog Is happy also.
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I hired Nate to install new windows, siding, and doors as wells as build two decks with one pergola and one covered roof. His work was good when he showed up with the exception of the trim and siding around the bay window. This work was not good at all. The trim didn't follow the window and...
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REL installed our block and paver patio and outside fireplace. They did it in one week. I've seen these projects take months. Very happy with their work and would certainly recommend them. -Cindy Olson.
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Hope Wave, LLC

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Serving Ponca, NE and surrounding areas

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"They did an amazing job with my above ground pool. Great cost for even better finish. The workers were very friendly and experienced"

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Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or Service

Serving Ponca, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"The tech was very knowledgeable and went above and beyond to satisfy us. Our faucet was broken would not attach to the sink as the copper seal broke to the water lines."

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Serving Ponca, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"One oven doesn't work at all ( my choice, see above), the "working" oven was never calibrated properly so using it is hit or miss. It's time to call American Home Shield to see about replacing the entire unit. I'm waiting to finish other home projects before calling them. I don't know if I'll request Greenway again."

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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

The popular 12-by-24-foot oval above ground pool is ideal for a family of four or a group of four to five people at most. This above ground pool size is popular for balancing space in a backyard and easy use and leaves room for designing a pool deck or patio.

Spools can come as small as 10 x 6 feet, so they don’t take up a lot of room in your yard. You’ll want to plan for pool decking, fencing, and other features that may take additional space, but for the most part, a spool’s small footprint makes it a great choice when you don’t have much yard space to spare.

Completely refreshing the water in an aboveground pool every five to seven years helps keep it free of bacteria and algae. Emptying the pool also allows you to clean, repair, or replace the pool liner. Schedule your water change when the weather is mild, as intense heat or cold can damage the pool liner when the pool is empty.

Sometimes, homeowners choose to install their pool on concrete, foam tiles, or patio pavers. Leveled dirt is also fine, as long as it’s not sod or grass. Regardless, you’ll need to install sand as a buffer to prevent your liner from tearing. Some pool installers also use a protective foam pool pad.

Yes, a pool with a heater will lose more water. The heater warms the water, which increases the rate of evaporation. To minimize water loss from evaporation, you can install a pool cover and keep the pool covered when it is not in use.

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