Building a new pool is an exciting time! As you witness the pool construction process, you are able to see your dream pool come to life before your eyes. As we’ve discussed before, fall and winter are the ideal seasons for building a pool here in Central Florida; however, many homeowners wait until Spring and summer to make outdoor upgrades. While there is no BAD time to build a pool, spring and summer bring wetter weather with them, which can disrupt the pool construction process. In fact, the Weather Atlas reports that from May to mid-September, Orlando has the highest amount of precipitation all year round, averaging between 3.6″ and 7.3″. Even though the temperature may be warm and pleasant, bad weather makes a surprise visit almost daily. Knowing up front what happens when inclement weather delays the construction process can make the bad news easier to digest as you’ve set realistic expectations. What is often confusing and a bit frustrating for pool buyers is that delays may be longer than the inclement weather’s duration. Unfortunately, one day of rain does not equal a one-day delay. Here are some of the key reasons why. How Construction is Affected by Wet Weather Construction sites need to be dry – and that takes time From the beginning of the pool building process, a dry construction site is required. Heavy machinery is used, such as an excavator, and in order to drive over the ground without getting stuck in mud, the soil must Read the full article…
The decision to build a pool is a big one, and building a pool is a big job! It is something that takes time and the process can be tedious, but the more informed you are, the easier it is for everyone. You’ll be giving up your backyard for a good chunk of time, around 10-14 weeks once the pool shell is shot, but we promise to keep you informed of our progress throughout the project. Our goal is to deliver you a pool as quickly as possible without compromising quality. So, what exactly should you be expecting to happen once you pull the trigger to build your dream pool with Pools by Bradley? Take a look at the steps below to learn about each phase involved in the process of building your new pool from start to finish. Project Design and Approval The very first thing you will do is have a meeting with one of our expertly trained design consultants. It is during this meeting that your design consultant will find out what exactly you are looking for, your design preferences, and get an overall idea of your vision. Every one of our clients has different tastes and we design pools specifically for each of our customers. One of our technicians will also take a detailed survey of the proposed area where your pool will be built as well as take dimensions of your home and lot. They will also examine positioning, look for any building setbacks, note Read the full article…
