Pump
Brand, model, and whether it is variable speed. Ask how the run schedule will be set.
Equipment
Pool equipment and energy use
The equipment pad runs every day for as long as you own the pool. It deserves as much thought as the tile.
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Where the pad goes
The Chandler permit manual says pool equipment must be 5 feet from the water's edge. It also says any glazing within 5 feet of the water's edge with a bottom edge less than 60 inches above grade must be safety glazed, and that tint film does not satisfy that. Source: permit manual.
Beyond the rule, think about noise near bedrooms, both yours and your neighbor's, and a clear path for service.
What to ask for in the scope
Filter
Cartridge, sand, or other type, and how it is cleaned.
Heat
Gas, heat pump, solar, or none. Each has different running costs and space needs.
Automation
Phone control, lighting, and spa controls. Ask what is included versus optional.
Energy and water
Your electric utility may have pool pump guidance or programs. This guide does not list current rebates because they change. Ask your utility directly, and ask the builder how evaporation and backwashing affect water use.
Keep reading
Gunite pool constructionThe shell, the steel, the engineering, and the inspections Chandler schedules along the way.Barriers and fencingChandler asks for a taller exterior barrier than many people expect. Plan it with the pool.Chandler service areaHow the city rules apply across neighborhoods.Local guideCity manual highlights with links.
Questions on this service
Do I need a heater?
Not everyone does. Some owners swim mostly in the warm months. Decide based on how you plan to use the pool.
Describe the project
Tell us the neighborhood, the yard, and whether the house wall will be part of the pool barrier.