Kool Blue Pools & Spas Tampa Bay FL

Kool Blue Pools & Spas Inc. designs & builds quality custom pools, spas & waterfalls.

We make sure everything is included, so you can enjoy the pool of your dreams.  Kool Blue Pools & Spas Inc. designs & builds quality custom pools, spas & waterfalls. We make sure everything is included, so you can enjoy the pool of your dreams .

We are committed to the relationship that begins at the first design meeting & lasts well into the future. It is important helping our customers keep their pools operating safely & efficiently. Our Customer Service does not end as soon as the pool is built. Pool 101 is offered after the filling. We provide "Kool Pool School " to show you how the equipment is operated & the proper use of chemicals. With proper care your pool will stand the test of time and you will stay in love with the Kool Pool Of Your Dreams.

Communication - When you call us, you will not get ignored. We practice common courtesy. We will not disappoint you. From the 1st design session with home owner to the final clean up, we want input from the customer

We're here to make the experience enjoyable, every step of the way.

Our mission is to provide a swimming pool of quality & to be the company that provided you with the Swimming Pool Of Your Dreams.....

Your own KOOL BLUE POOL

Kool Blue Pools & Spas
Phone: 813-313-8637 | Web Site

The Pool Construction Process

Now that you have decided on your Kool Blue Pool, it is time to make your dream a reality. There are many steps that must be followed so that your pool turns out the way you want it. The following is an example of what you can expect during the pool construction phases.

Please be advised this is just an example.

Phase 1: Pool Plan/Drawing

A meeting will be scheduled to discuss ideas and plans for the pool. From the meeting a drawing will be prepared for your approval. We have pictures & plan drawings to help in your selection

Phase 2: Permits

We will obtain the necessary permits for your municipality. If you need homeowner's association approval, now is the time to make sure you have the approval. Such approval is the responsibility of the owner, not the contractor.

Phase 3: Site Preparation & Layout

This usually requires a Bobcat to strip the sod and organic material from the pool and deck area first. Any plants in the area you wish to save should be removed prior to this phase. Then a crew will arrive and form the pool shape with stakes and lumber

Phase 4: The Dig

During the dig phase, the ground where the pool will be excavated. Expect heavy equipment such as backhoes and dump trucks to be brought in to accomplish the task.

Phase 5: Steel Reinforcement

The frame is important because it adds strength to the concrete shell of the pool. After the frame is in place, an inspector from the Building Dept. will come out to the property.

Phase 6: Shooting the Pool Shell

This is when the concrete is added to the frame. Most pool structures are pneumatically applied (shot through a hose with air pressure) using either “Shot Crete” or “Gunite”. The shell of the pool is now in place, and you will start to see your Kool Blue Pool take shape.

Phase 7: Pre-grade for the deck

Once the shell has cured, We will return to remove the forms and perform a rough “machine grade” of the deck area. Some dirt is left behind to be used for the final grade of the access area after the job is completed.

Phase 8: Plumbing

The plumbing will be installed and pipes run to the area where the pool equipment will be located. At this time, an inspector will visit the property to make sure the bond and plumbing meet codes and standards.

Phase 9: Tile

If your pool has coping or brick around the perimeter the coping and tile is added around the rim of the pool at this time. NOTE: If your pool has a concrete edge around it instead of coping or brick, the tile be installed
prior to pouring the deck.

Phase 10: Deck forming

The deck will be formed and prepared. An inspector will come out and make sure the deck and footings are properly prepared.

Phase 11: Pouring the Deck

The concrete decking will be poured in place and troweled to prepare for the deck topping.

Phase 12: Installation of Equipment

The pool equipment is installed and hooked up to the piping. It is now ready to be wired by the electrician. Completion of the job will include installing the deck topping, screen enclosure or fencing, cleaning out the pool shell and installation of the pool interior finish. Once completed, the pool is filled with water and “started up” with proper chemistry and cleaning. The job is completed with site clean-up and operating instructions to teach you how to operate and maintain your new Kool Blue Pool.

NOTE: Depending on particular material selections and/or schedule preferences, the order of phases may change but the essential functions will remain the same. All phases are, of course, subject to weather conditions.

Swimming Pool Terms

Chlorination In order to keep the pool water free of contaminants, it is necessary to add a chemical, which is capable of killing algae before it becomes visible, or a health hazard. As a rule, the presence of algae in water does not pose a significant risk to health, but it can enter open cuts or sores and cause infection. Once the concentration of algae in the water become great, it is visible to the naked eye as discolored water or blemishes on the pool surface

The Chlorine Scale The concentration of chlorine in water is measured in parts per million (ppm), that is, parts of chlorine per one million parts of water. A standard test kit is graduated on one side from zero ppm to 3.0 ppm. Most test kits are labeled with an "ideal" level for chlorine, usually between 1.0 and 1.5 ppm. While this level is adequate for most pools, it is recommended to maintain a higher chlorine concentration than this during the hot summer months often experienced in Florida. It has been found that a concentration of 1.5 ppm dissipates too quickly during days with temperatures above 95-100 degrees.

Super Chlorinate Super chlorinate refers to a process in which the chlorine level in the swimming pool is raised to abnormally high levels over a very short period of time, usually a few hours. Another common name for super chlorinate is "shocking". Over time and with extended use, organic wastes build up in the pool water. These wastes include body oils, sweat and other body fluids, and suntan lotions. Generally, 1 gallon of liquid chlorine is needed for every 10,000 gallons of pool water. It is recommended that super chlorinate take place in the evening, after the sun has set, since this is when the pool is not being used and treatment will not be removed by UV rays from the sun before it has the opportunity to perform its function.

Conditioner Conditioner is a name given to a chemical that inhibits the degradation of chlorine by UV light. Other commonly used names for conditioner include: stabilizer, sun-shield or the chemical name cyanuric acid. The recommended ideal level for conditioner in a swimming pool is between 40 and 100 ppm.

Total Alkalinity Total alkalinity is a measure of the total amount of dissolved particles in the water whose pH is higher than 7.0. Examples of particles include dirt, sand, and baking soda. Alkaline particles in the pool water, at certain levels, act as a buffer to prevent rapid changes in the pool's pH. Thus, when the total alkalinity of the pool water is within the ideal levels, the pH of the water will tend to stay balanced for longer periods of time. For all pool surfaces, the recommended level falls between 120 and 140 ppm.

The pH Scale On a standard test kit, the pH scale is graduated from 6.8 to 8.2. The numbers refer to the concentration of hydrogen (acid) in the water but the scale is somewhat reverse. The ideal level for pH is - generally the same for all swimming pools- regardless of climate, amount of use, temperature, or pool surface. This ideal level falls between 7.4 and 7.6 for all pool surfaces.

Pool Surface The type of surface on a swimming pool can also affect the pH of the pool water. Plaster or plaster based pool surfaces such as quartz, are porous, alkaline materials. They can absorb and neutralize acid in pool water, thereby raising its pH. In this case, small amounts of acid are generally needed to maintain a proper pH balance.

The Pump The pump is essentially the heart of the swimming pool's circulation system. It pulls water from the pool through the skimmer and main drain, pushes it through the filter and returns it to the pool through the main returns. The entire operation of the swimming pool is dictated by the operation of the pump. The cleaning system cannot, in general, operate without the main pump, and the pool water cannot be filtered without the main pump operating. It is crucial, therefore, to be aware with the proper schedule for the operation of the main pump. It is recommended that the pump run 12 hours per day during the hottest summer months, and 4-5 hours per day during, the winter months, and to varying degrees during the spring and fall. The daily cycle can be divided up into multiple cycles, but each cycle should be no shorter than 4 hours since this is the minimum time it takes for all of the water in the pool to pass through the filter at least once, and it is also the recommended time between the addition of chemicals and the next water test/or pool use.

Brushing the Pool There is no substitute for a thorough brushing of the walls and bottom of the pool. Most automatic cleaners can't scrub the floor to remove small debris and algae spores from the pores in the pool surface, and this must be done to ensure a stain and algae free pool surface. Be sure to brush the pool while the pump is operating, and to cover the entire pool from the tile line to the main drain. Sweep slowly and push the brush toward the main drain sp that the debris will be pulled into the drain and then into the filter, where it will be removed from the water. If large amounts of debris were removed during the process, it is advisable to clean the filter afterward.

Vacuuming the Pool If the amount of debris in the pool is too great to be removed by either the automatic cleaning system or by brushing, the pool should be vacuumed to remove the debris before it becomes attached to the pool surface and requires special methods to remove.

Skimming the Pool While vacuuming and brushing the remove dirt and debris from the bottom of the pool, they do not remove the debris such as grass, leaves, and bugs which float on the water surface. The skimmer built into the pool deck usually removes this debris, but it can accumulate in large amounts, and it may take the built-in skimmer an appreciable time to remove it. By using a hand skimmer, the debris can be quickly removed before it has the opportunity to become saturated with water and sink to the bottom.

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