I was in apartment maintenance for over 30 years and have taken care of pools most of my life. This was an exceptional job, and when money isn't the huge deciding factor, and you want to do something correctly, and beautifully, this was one awesome job, and my hats off to you sir.
@ebeltre
3 жыл бұрын
This man took his time to explain what he did. In my opinion, he did a great job. Also is his pool. Enjoy brother.
@jacquelinesantiago6415
3 жыл бұрын
I was blown away by all your upgrades! Wow I wish I could have someone to do all that to my easy set pool and backyard. This is the best set up for pools I have seen. CONGRATS!
@jenningsmills5398
3 жыл бұрын
Probably the nicest above ground pool set up I've ever seen. Another plus with your set up is that if or when the pool itself dies your back to swimming for $1500 & a day's work.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
You’re one of the only people who gets it! Your comment was exactly the mindset I had when I built the whole thing. Plus, I eventually drained the pool for the colder winter months and placed a fire pit in the center of that 20 foot round slab with chairs all around. When it gets warm again, I’ll set up the pool. Some people have commented that it was a huge waste of time and money for an “inflatable” pool - but everything I did makes perfect sense to me!
@Ttunez83
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 hopefully by that time the price of the pool will go back down! How would this pool hold in the winter time?
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@Ttunez83 Vinyl does exceptionally well in colder climates, but I took mine down for the winter and placed a fire pit in the center of that slab. Getting ready now to put the pool back up.
@johnhuya2277
3 жыл бұрын
I'm looking into getting a similar pool. The concrete slab may have been a little over kill. But i loved the rest gave me so many good ideas. Also was thinking about those metal pole type pools but now definitely not. Great video thanks
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@johnhuya2277 All I would say is - use your best judgement. Rust issues may never happen to some, but like that old saying - buyer beware! Most manufacturers will point out that their metal part are powder coated. The problem is, the coating is only applied to the outside. When talking about an above ground pool, everything gets wet both inside and out. When water and chlorine get on the inside of those pipes it has no way to dry - so it stays wet . . . and rust begins from the inside out! After just a season or two, you may look at you pool and notice rust - and think "dammit, he said this would happen"!
@dylanronan532
Жыл бұрын
As someone who owns a pool maintenance business. This is about the best above ground pool set up I've seen. Level concrete surface, real oversized pump and filter!You actually added value to your property! Great Job!!!
@funtyes1970
Жыл бұрын
I dont think so. not that kind pool you can buy that pool from Walmart and it only last few years . Not saying he did anything wrong but he sure never get that $16k back
@Superman-xr1oh
Жыл бұрын
@@funtyes1970💩
@francavilla3386
3 жыл бұрын
what an amazing job you did - I admire the organization, innovation, and neatness of your work - I can tell you have high standards
@petercabral5612
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah this is certainly a very good job , this man have high standards. GOD BLESS YOU
@leahunt
3 жыл бұрын
I love it! The quality of your video, professional explanations, the logic and planning, and the end result with landscape details ... Perfect for when you get the pool you really want and with a great portion of the cost finalized.
@FLOWERSANDSLOTS
3 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT VIDEO! As a pool owner myself of in ground for most of my life (59) and a few years with above ground, you thought of EVERYTHING! I've never had a sand filter. I've had DE, DE Cartridge and salt water. You made a relatively inexpensive pool into a beautiful pool! Great job!
@rickwagner3160
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely the best planned installation. I love it. Well done, well documented.
@Snickers4117
2 ай бұрын
Absolutely perfection! These pools in a box can be amazing if they are complimented with all the proper accessories. I love everything you did with yours and the explanation with pictures of what happens when you go the cheap route. Favorite video! Very helpful. Thank you.
@DieingForCivsCqB
3 жыл бұрын
This guy knows what he’s doing and he not playing no games
@johnbrzenksforearm8295
3 жыл бұрын
He could have bought a better pool for that amount of money. Lol
@chosenchasen1963
3 жыл бұрын
He knows a lot for sure, but some problems here. First, he said he miss measured the diameter of the pool in the beginning, then later said he did it on purpose so he could walk around it. Then 16K for that is not adding value to a home.
@jesusson3475
3 жыл бұрын
10 K more should of got a inground fiberglass pool
Sir, Latin America needs your help to fix their infrastructure. You have done an amazing beautiful job here! Very professional indeed! First class! 👌🏽
@TheSavvyCouple
3 жыл бұрын
Yo man this is impressive. You don’t mess around with your pool set up.
@rogersbetsy
3 жыл бұрын
So impressed with how you thought everything through and really helpful that you shared it here. We have a 12X36 and it gets complicated to keep it clean and stable. Great job!!!
@dreyb2660
3 жыл бұрын
Wow! This is the perfect set up! I mean.. you really thought through everything you wanted and made it happen! This is amazing!
@mnv5083
3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed, very informative for anyone seeking or considering an above ground pool. Total cost for this project is way cheaper then basic inground pool in our rural area in which you also to wait 1 year for a permit to even begin construction. That is also after you have paid or financed your pool and its your turn on the wait list. Any kind of pool is great during this whole crazy pandemic. Very good job. Excellent video.
@mpineyro77
3 жыл бұрын
You’re the most smartest guy I’ve seen on KZitem so far. Ohmygosh wished my husband could come up with ideas like this. I do our pool every year, our problem is the pump. Always the pump. Wished someone could do that to our in text pool
@80RedRock
3 жыл бұрын
Why does the _husband_ have to come up with the good ideas?
@dulichion
3 жыл бұрын
After my own heart man, I appreciate all of this. I did all of the above, except I used sand not concrete. I also used pavers to hold down the metal legs and couple of yards of pebbles to cover then legs and make the pavers level to the rest of the ground. I also used the Intex salinator, along with a sand filter, and I used the Bluewave pump, 1.5 hsp Levelling the ground is the hardest part, took me days of removing dirt, and adding more sand then I thought I needed. I bought a high end collapsible plastic pool ladder. It was baby safe, as the ladder pulled up and collapsed into itself. I bought the intex valves for attaching the hoses from the pump/sand filter. Rather then using hard piping, which would have been better but I used proper flexible pool pvc. My pool was 16x12 oval. I ran the saltwater 8hrs a day. I also made my own pool vaccum using a .50 micron filter sock. I bought my pool long before the pandemic. Anyways, we didnt own the home at the time so I didnt run electric. I did drive a metal rod into the ground to ground the pump. It ran for 4.5 years no leaks, nothing wrong.
@hollynoel1564
2 жыл бұрын
Was yours an Intex? We just brought one and they specifically say not to place it on sand because of movement 😢 Curious how yours went
@TheFlorida4
3 жыл бұрын
Coming from Scotland it’s not something we could have, but I can appreciate the work that has went into it. Well done and happy pooling 👌
@lmsendit9531
3 жыл бұрын
Why can't y'all have pools???
@kerryquinn7188
3 жыл бұрын
@@lmsendit9531 Well I'm from Northern Ireland and we have the same weather as Scotland as there just a short distance across the water from us, in fact on a good clear day we can see Scotland from our coast. We get rain at some point in the day somewhere nearly every day of the year and a warm day to us is 16 degrees and a scorching day would be 18 to 20 degrees but they don't happen very often. Basically we don't have the weather for pools lol. Best wishes to you from Northern Ireland.
@lmsendit9531
3 жыл бұрын
@@kerryquinn7188 wow that's amazing and bad at the same time I would love to visit there is 16 degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit all you had to mention was Ireland and I knew you couldn't have a pool 😂 here in the US I'm in Alabama it is 5:44 in the morning and 70° Fahrenheit right now which means it's going to be a scorcher for us today lol 😂
@haisonphan731
Жыл бұрын
This is one of the most valuable video I’ve ever seen. Words are simple and easy to understand.You showed the worst side of it .good job
@Super73jak
3 жыл бұрын
Looks amazing! I know your family is going to have a lot of fun out there.
@woohunter1
3 жыл бұрын
As a plumber, I can say you did a very neat job on your piping, good job altogether.
@sirjustis
3 жыл бұрын
This is beyond thorough!! 💯
@dmbaker60
3 жыл бұрын
This is a great video. My daughter just lost her second pool to not being level and on top of cinder block that cut into the fabric of the pool. She is so upset but I told her to watch KZitem videos before they do anything else. This was a good video and very informative. Thank you for your advice.
@JoeCastellon
3 жыл бұрын
This is a dream setup for a pool. Nicely done! I just wish you had lead with 25:41 😅
@sugetoosty1685
3 жыл бұрын
I have one of these pools, I've maintained it with just keeping the chlorine tabs in it. Also, the pump kept it going all season- it's weak, but it is sufficient, for those who wonder. Having said that, I still plan on upgrading to a sand filter so I don't have to buy those silly filters every few weeks. Nice video and upgrades!
@astricalexVODS
3 жыл бұрын
I love it! I would pay you to do this for my yard. It’s definitely inspired me to strive for something like this! Thank you (:
@funtyes1970
Жыл бұрын
I think most of this pool he didn't do him self he hired contractors like concrete and not sure if he build that deck or he hired someone .
@williamdonald2830
Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love your attention to detail. Sometimes we just want what we want.......and it makes no difference to anyone other than ourselves. I also think you were very balanced and fair with your criticism. All around 5 stars!
@fleetleader1013
3 жыл бұрын
My man, u just need to get a proper, metal sided pool at that point :)
@susansmith493
3 жыл бұрын
Or a very small inground.
@bellatronm5875
3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing! I'm in Ontario, recently got a quote from a pool company for a 12 X 22 ft oval galvanized steel above-ground pool, and for everything, it was about $16,950CAD. The pool itself was about $9,500 then having the company prep and level the ground, build/ install the pool, fill it with water, and put all the chemicals in it, the cost was around $16,000. It also came with a pool kit, so the chemicals, ladder, solar blanket, pumps, skimmers, and a whole lot of other stuff. Don't get me wrong, yes this person is quite handy, and it's the nicest inflatable pool setup I've ever seen, but when he said "all of this was about $16 grand" I literally screamed "AAAAAAH OOOOOOOEEEEEEEEE!!! OOOOOH" ....the dogs next door started barking 🤣
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@bellatronm5875 Yeah I know it's a lot of hard earned money spent, but there was logic behind it all. You obviously haven't seen my follow up video to the one you watched which explains my motives. Go to the KZitem search bar and type in - "Intex Easy Set Pool - One Year Update" Then reply back and tell me what you think.
@aquillawallace7979
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 pool prices in the last two yrs have more than doubled. We have a 21' above ground resin that's if replaced today would be way out of our price range. I think you did a great job at a reasonable cost!!! Great job.
@rondamartens9943
3 жыл бұрын
Right!? A couple hundred bucks more, you have a real above ground pool instead of a pop up LOL
@heidihendrix9832
3 жыл бұрын
...and best above ground pool ever. This is definitely a project to be very proud of.
@allotatalk
3 жыл бұрын
you did an amazing job..it really speaks to your character amazing
@Thraka5
Жыл бұрын
This was one of the most informational videos ever on above ground pools. THANK YOU!!!!
@thehansmemling
3 жыл бұрын
Love this set up! Please do a 1-2 year update.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
I plan to make another video here in a few weeks that covers a few changes I made and a full season of set-up and tear-down. Stay tuned!
@user-ox2xu1nd2m
3 ай бұрын
Beautiful setup I like it, that gives me ideas for my 31 x 16 x 52" pool. I bought it new from Walmart for 1098.00 with everything. sand filter pump, definitely going for the ladder you a\have purchased. Awesome project love every detail of it, thanks for the pointers.
@aprilmorgan5271
3 жыл бұрын
Why would you “invest” in all these expensive extras like a nice deck, ladder, the concrete etc for a cheap inflatable ring top pool?
@drewblood
3 жыл бұрын
Seems like me, starts with a simple project and then goes to town perfecting it. Really didn't leave a lot of room for upgrades though!
@martinadekoya1475
3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely relate to his ideas. The pool is normally cheaper (lucky he got one & unlucky to pay more due to Covid pandemic) & can always be replaced back to its original position anytime if need be while the deck, ladder & plumbing remain intact. I would advice him to get a spare one ready just in case.
@lluvvadii
3 жыл бұрын
My sister has the same pool and hers costed $768.99 plus tax. That ain’t cheap!
@aprilmorgan5271
3 жыл бұрын
@@lluvvadii maybe so but it’s cheaply made .
@michaelporterfield9568
3 жыл бұрын
If you could afford all these upgrade why not a real above ground pool. This is the cheapest one possible. Don't get me wrong. I love your build.
@myheartisinjapan3184
3 жыл бұрын
EVERYTHING about this setup is PERFECT, I saw the upgrade video to the frame pool too. Absolutely love it. Just fantastic. I totally 100% understand why you did this type pool. I actually did something similar, poured a concrete slab for this type of inflatable ring Intex. Used the felt gorilla pad under the pool too. Now I can take the pool down every fall, and put a firepit and chairs there. My yard is sloped too. The concrete was expensive but well worth it. I don’t have an awesome deck though, like you do. That is gorgeous! Seriously, nice job.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Lori :)
@wemike100
3 жыл бұрын
the price you spent on all of it you could have got a company to put in a pool for that price some pools installed only cost under $10,000
@teenice894
3 жыл бұрын
I paid 5k for a pool and the install... 24 ft I believe. It was a few years ago tho.
@markharc7615
3 жыл бұрын
@@isaackvasager9957 I think he is talking about one of the el cheapo fiberglass ones.
@shadwell749
3 жыл бұрын
@@teenice894 I did too
@ConditionZero76
3 жыл бұрын
@@isaackvasager9957 are joking or serious?? HA HA for $50k I can get my own private pool on an island 🏝 installed 😆.....You can get a 24 ft metal/fiberglass wall pool installed all day for around 5 to 8 thousand dollars depending on the pool you choose . That's Pool & Install!! Id love to know where your living 😂 the prices you quoted $50k can nearly get you a pool with house ha ha
@WXHosting
3 жыл бұрын
@@isaackvasager9957 They are talking about above ground circular pools. The ones made of metal/fiberglass.
@Oto_Travel
3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your pump timer settings, it makes a huge difference with the chemicals. And the electricity prices didn't even change, the chemicals went way down and the pool is crystal clear. Nice work on your pool.
@nogocux
3 жыл бұрын
And I thoughts I am mad, building a deck at the side of my above ground pool, build a pool house 5m away and added a solar system. Great work.
@francineinsogna2103
3 жыл бұрын
This is the absolute best. All the info, the way you chose to do everything, all the tips…so appreciated
@Dannyboysgarage
3 жыл бұрын
I thought I was OCD 😃. You did a very good job guy.
@lits5984
3 жыл бұрын
The attention to detail, the craftsmanship, the patience and knowledge in this video is insane! To do it to a cheap blowup pool is mind boggling. Cement pad alone is worth 30 of those pools! It’s like building a 2 storey, 2 car heated garage for a moped! The water clarity in itself is pristine, so not only the effort to build all of this but the maintenance is obviously on par with the rest of the work. I’m honestly baffled. Couldn’t finish watching the video, hurt too much.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Actually you are incorrect. Due to Covid-19 in the summer of 2020, prices for above ground pools skyrocketed because factories were shut down . . . .and the lowest price I could find for ANY 18 foot diameter pool was this Easy Set for $1,500 on Amazon. So, not 30 pools for the price of the slab just 3. And, had you watched the follow-up video to this one (which you obviously didn't), your comments would probably be different - if you left one at all. Anyway, I'm sorry I didn't consult you for advise before I spent my hard earned money on a backyard project, what was I thinking!
@lits5984
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 First of all my comments where just my opinion, no need to get snarky. If you post on a social platform be prepared for criticism. Secondly in my comments I commended you for your work, craftsmanship and knowledge and went on to compliment you on the maintenance as well. Not sure where you live but I was in the market for an above ground pool last summer and a 12’x24’x48” installed was going around 10k. I opted for a hot tub instead since I’ll get much more use out of it up here in Canada with the cold weather. My point was just that it seems like a waste of hard earned money to spend on a pool that will last you a short period of time. Sorry I’ve upset you, wasn’t my intention.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@lits5984 I understand, my apologies. On the subject of why I did what I did and the pool I chose, again, if you had watched my follow up video to this one - everything is explained.
@hefbaecht1058
3 жыл бұрын
I'd never be able to afford to "Do it right" You've got approximately a 15,000 dollar set up (electrical, cement, pick, connectors, lights,, ect) for a 500 dollar pool.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
You’re right, but, the idea is to upgrade to a better 20 foot above ground pool later down the line when this one wears out.
@jaymoffatt8557
3 жыл бұрын
That’s what I was thinking! It makes sense though when your planning to put a better quality pool in
@thewilder-side2990
3 жыл бұрын
It’s a extremely nice set up, no doubt. Top notch for every thing.
@ps138vs2cavi
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 Why not just buy a nice $10,000 pool and start building around it? The pool will then last forever (or a really long time) and you can build yearly on it.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@ps138vs2cavi Because my wife and I are selling this house in a couple of years - we are looking for land to build our “forever home”. We’ll have an in-ground pool for that house, but I didn’t want to sink more money than I did for just a couple years use. I wasn’t really concerned with how long it would last.
@meefthepotatoe4363
2 ай бұрын
I just ordered a 20X52 intex above ground pool for this summer of 2024 gonna just set it up as best as I can to use for now ( which I have been getting the ground ready / leveled 🥴🤦🏻♂️ before it arrives in a week 🥴 by using a skid steer and a compactor 🥴 this “construction stuff” is no joke 🥵 especially in this Texas heat 🥵🌞 for 51 year old guy who’s use to working M-F in a cold AC office 😬🥶 ) …. then come fall take it down and get that concert slab poured like yours and have it ready for summer of 25 🤗 …. Years back one time I had that bubble intex pool like in this video and you are correct on all you said especially the weeds grass growing at the base and cutting it maintaining it same as the pump intex provides which is trash thanks a lot for your videos on your above ground pool set up, one of the best on utube if not the best 👍👍 which I use as a go to for setting up my pool 🙂
@elizabethwilmot556
3 жыл бұрын
Looks beautiful!
@whatwillbem6825
3 жыл бұрын
Love this idea!! You did a wonderful job......and MOST people don’t want the headaches you mention but...don’t want the expense...in the end you have a gorgeous area AND no headaches 👍🏼 great investment...that’s my opinion...looking forward to more great videos 😁 new subscriber
@maryarenas498
3 жыл бұрын
This looks beautiful, you will have many years of happy memories for your family and pool time
@theunderdoug5415
3 жыл бұрын
This guy is savage.. sees a walking stick floating to his doom and goes "so yeah it sucks them in"
@ferencungvari3089
3 жыл бұрын
i love your solution. Two tips for 100% perfection of this setup: 1.: noise insulation for the pump, possibly place it below ground, tho i am not familiar with the allowed maximal vertical displacement between your waterfall and pump, a box with insulation should also do it too 2.: it would look lovely to see the waterfall sprinkling out from below the deck from a sort of hidden position Great job regardless!
@realtalkz3930
3 жыл бұрын
16 GRAND Mike it looks amazing but what the hell were you thinking
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking I wanted a pool - but didn’t want to spend 40K for an in-ground pool!
@deekaps3196
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I think this was very informational. Ignore those negative comments. I don’t understand people. Everyone has a right to their opinion, but geez. It’s so unnecessary. This is great for someone who can take care of and maintain their pool. Take pride in what you have and do the best you can. That pool is better than newer pools I have seen that are the “better” steel pools that are 25’. We are thinking about getting an 12x32 intex pool and I’ve seen people have them for over 5 years by taking care of it and planning ahead. Thank you. Please keep us updated in the pool. 💗
@greggmedinilla7291
3 жыл бұрын
Can’t believe how much money you spent on pump and deck for a the pool that cost 200-300 bucks. But good job man!
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
I know, trying not to think about it. It isn't the first time that money just flew out of my wallet!
@maderi
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 hey at least you can replace that pool for cheap if it goes bang now that you got the right foundation !!!
@Butterflovely
3 жыл бұрын
This man wasn't PLAYING!!! This is one serious pool set-up. Very,very proud to see so much thought that went into this. On the flip side...I'm intimidated in buying a pool now... 😂. I can'tt create this.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Don't be intimidated. Get the pool and set it up. . .go from there. A little here and a little there - before long you'll stand back and say, "WOW, I did that!"
@ConditionZero76
3 жыл бұрын
couldn't imagine the money spent deck built Hayward pump all for a blow up ring pool 😂 Cheach there own
@Cagejujo
3 жыл бұрын
Pool professional here, great job dude. I hate Intex pools but you converted it into a the real deal
@supergirl2997
3 жыл бұрын
You spent 16k to make an Intex pool look good? Could have use that money toward a nice in ground pool. I think someone needs money management lol
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I know, but 40K for an in-ground pool I could not do - and I'm selling this house in a couple of years anyway.
@tomthewombat
3 жыл бұрын
I thought this at first too, but everything that he did indicates that he plans to get a bigger or more permanent pool. He could easily upgrade to a better frame and liner. I don't agree with putting all of this on an inflatable pool, but the costs are (post-)pandemic prices and quite reasonable. An in-ground pool today is priceless. You cannot get one.
@MafaldaMay
Жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 It cost us $20,000 for our bean-shaped in ground pool, with salt chlorinator, heat pump, stone work around the pool, electric work and all.
@kbmotorsportsonline
Жыл бұрын
The people around here won’t touch an in-ground pool less than 80k. Getting one for 20k is impressive.
@Tierone1337
Жыл бұрын
Yeah sometimes you gotta go temp . You won’t know if you want a bigger pool or not.
@vernaeagle7308
11 ай бұрын
I love your set up. I'm trying to find ideas that I can use to make my pool nice. So glad I found this video of yours. Won't be spending the$$ you did but you've given me great ideas! Thank you
@lynnreynolds905
3 жыл бұрын
At that price you should of done an inground pool and been done with it.
@hugomtz7057
3 жыл бұрын
80k
@shawnrussell1786
3 жыл бұрын
The money they have in the concrete and the ladder and deck and pump they could have got a nice steel pool 🏊♂️
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
You are absolutely correct Shawn. . .but did you ever stop to think that maybe I didn't want a steel pool? No, of course not. You're too busy trying to convince someone else that you're smarter - when nobody really gives a shit. I bought what I wanted - nuff said.
@shawnrussell1786
3 жыл бұрын
No I’m trying to convince anybody just stating the facts
@Angel-qf6if
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 if you’re going to post on KZitem, expect some opinions, no need to be a dick
@KimmieB.
3 жыл бұрын
16k but it looks beautiful, maintaining it is going too be much much easier as well as such an upgrade to resale value.. great job..
@bobbysmith855
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Everything you said was correct about the problems you get with these pools. And although it was overkill, it looks great! And if you need to replace the pool itself it's only going to be a few hundred dollars.Well done!
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
You’re one of the only people who gets it. Later down the line when this pool wears out, I’ll just get another one. . . and so on and so on. The slab, deck, pump, etc will already be there ready to go.
@bobbysmith855
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 Absolutley. A new in ground pool will set you back 10s of thousands...and they can get damaged, then you will be in trouble! Another consideration is, if you're going to move not everyone wants a pool in the garden because of the upkeep. No problem with your one, just take the deck down and it's gone! 👍
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@bobbysmith855 The best part is, let's say the new owners don't want a pool for whatever reason. They drain the pool, take down the deck, and now they have a smooth round 20' diameter slab that is perfect for a fire pit, gazebo, picnic area, trampoline, or whatever.
@bobbysmith855
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 Absolutely!
@Yiriyah
Жыл бұрын
You did a terrific thing with your time during covid. Im appreciative of your sharing-even costs because anyone should count up the costs as much as possible before delving into personal projects. You completed it! I like that you convert that space during winter.
@dreesebrownlee6
3 жыл бұрын
Your set up is awesome!!! We are on our 3 rd year with the Intex 18x52 ultra frame pool but the hubby took it down to re- level it. So glad I came across your video because he wanted to pay someone to do the work and this looks like a great long term solution!! Thanks so much for sharing ☺️
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Dreese, You're right. . .it really is a good long term solution for recurring level issues. I'll admit that concrete isn't cheap, but depending where you live and who you get to do the concrete work - you may actually get a great deal. . .one that you can justify.
@michaelj4427
3 жыл бұрын
This was the most helpful video I've ever seen on a pool setup. I just bought a Best way metal frame above ground pool and I've had second thoughts on putting it up. This gave me a lot of useful information and ideas. Thank you
@lisaharrison4361
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been buying these pools for 20 years! I’ve never seen a easy set-up this spectacular. However, the inflatable top is where your problem is going to begin. Once the ring is done, the pool is no good anymore. Second, during the winter, or flash floods rains occurs, you can’t have the cover on the pool because the rain will puddle on top and collapse. I would empty the pool a quarter of the way and remove the cover. Now, at that point, any, and everything would be in the pool. From the rain the pool would turn green, and all the debris known to man would be in the pool. Furthermore, all the accessories that came with the pool for me worked great. The vacuum, filter, and skimmer. During Covid-19 sellers priced gouged. Over the years I’ve payed anywhere from $199 (big lots) to $299 (Walmart) including everything. I’ve gotten maybe up to 3- years use out of the pool depending on the ring. I truly feel you could’ve invested in a Doughboy for the amount of money you spent, not the inflatable top ring easy set-up. Excellent job tho, but the pool won’t last.👍🏽🔥
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
I fully expect to swap out this pool several times before we sell this house in a couple years. And during the winter I take the pool down since it's too cold to go swimming anyway, and put a fire pit to sit around on that circular slab. Also, I threw that cover away on day one . . .I have a pressure sensor on the pool that automatically triggers the pump to turn on to drain the pool several inches - then it shuts off. This keeps the pool at the right level without the water overflowing in case it rains hard or I'm away. And the best part is, the pool self-chlorinates up to two weeks before I need to add more - so it takes care of itself . . .no green water. In short, the time and money I spent went on everything BUT the pool. I always want the pool looking nice so after two years even if the pool doesn't NEED to be replaced I'm gonna throw it out and buy another one just like it - over and over because they're inexpensive. I never wanted an above ground pool that lasts 5-7 years or longer, because it would look like a crappy pool that I paid a lot of money for. Thanks for the feedback.
@freedom8154
3 жыл бұрын
This particular size is only $167 for replacement pool liner
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@freedom8154 I don't need a pool liner, I don't have a hard sided above ground pool.
@freedom8154
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 I understand. We have the same pool you have. Their website calls it a pool liner. We had to replace ours because the blue top was not holding air. I was shocked at the low price to replace the pool. It just doesn’t come with all other items like ladder, pump or cover.
@LSTGQOTU
3 жыл бұрын
Don't worry one bit about what anyone says that is negative. You've got your reasons and anyone who doesn't like it can move along. I think you're an extremely efficient guy. Great videos.
@Hannblumen
3 жыл бұрын
Super great video that allows others not to spend even more. I have had issues with those Intex pools as well. I'm sold on not doing it on the cheap but rather take the time and "do it right." Thank you.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
FYI: I no longer have this pool but I have a new video showing what I replaced it with, along with several other upgrades. Type in: "Mike's Intex Pool & Deck Update"
@tata382008d1
3 жыл бұрын
I love, love, love all the upgrades. It was very well thought out and the waterfall is AWESOME and even though is cost quite a bit, it looks like money well spent. GREAT PROJECT!!!
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. For a guy that had no idea where to start or how to do what I did, I thought it came out pretty good. Thanks again!
@DaGr3atest
3 жыл бұрын
For a permanent pool the size you can enjoy hassel free you did it right. You have a big beautiful pool that adds value to your property and if you ever sell your place it will have been worth it. Nice job my man and enjoy.
@FearlessQuery21
2 жыл бұрын
What a wealth of information for my research, thank you! I'm saving this video in case I choose to go with an above ground pool.
@GamesAndMoreGamesAndMoreGames
3 жыл бұрын
Nice work. I can tell there is some serious OCD going on here. I can appreciate the quality of work, it shows. The money is well spent. You can use this area for a lifetime. Replace the cheap pool as needed or not even have a pool. Nice!
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Exactly. We drained the pool for the cold winter months and currently have a fire pit with Adirondack chairs all around on that 20 foot diameter slab. Once it gets warm again I'll break out the pool. . .deck and pump are still there ready to go.
@6yrsilence
3 жыл бұрын
Really good ideas! Thanks! I got a 15ft radius by 48in deep. Haven't put it up yet but glad I saw your video. Gave me ideas for sure! Love the waterfall and lights. You did an awesome job on it for sure!
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt - good luck with your pool set up. Make sure to plan out all the details you want beforehand. . .then it will be perfect!
@iamkazie9401
3 жыл бұрын
Matt Carroll we put up an Intex 16×48 last year May 2020 just make sure you take your time with the ground prep thats probably 95% of the job the pool set up is easy we put paver blocks ground level under each leg left it up through winter here in Illinois and just uncovered it last weekend Crystal clear but cold lol GOOD LUCK!!
@rayhoffelt
3 жыл бұрын
Mike Awesome video! I'm doing something similar with the concrete pad. I had one poured for our pool and Bonded the steel mesh and a little earth around the pad along with the steel sided pool water and pump. NICE Job and Video! like the auto chlorinator, lights, ground rod, waterfall etc. I get it, the pandemic, only comment is should have gone with a steel sided pool and been done. Again Awesome job and happy to see another individual that over thinks or engineers a project. Thought up front saves dollars and aggravation down the road. I will look into the waterfall feature. All the best and Thank you for the post.
@MARKWILLIAMS-tm4rf
Жыл бұрын
Howdy, little late to the dance however, here in southern Az. the AVERAGE cost of an in ground pool, gunite or fiberglass....50k just the pool! So for a 10'x10'x5' is 50k! I have done my own in ground vinyl liner pool 14'x28' with waterfall (pool supplied by (Secard Pools), built my own deck, electrical and make up water. Total cost of project approximately 15k. A lot of use with that pool. So with all this voodoo being said I would always recommend 230v 1 phase motor(s) and run 1/2" or 3/4" water make up line directly to pool. Very good video, clean install with a commitment to excellence!
@donnastokes-manning6175
3 жыл бұрын
Man, you thought about EVERYTHING before it could happen! The good thing is the set-up should work for any future replacement pool you have to put in since these pools do not last forever. I love this set-up! Wish my husband enjoyed pools. He hates them.
@derail6969
3 жыл бұрын
Yes , costly and yes the price of the pool took you due to covid. But, the clean set up slab,pump,deck, waterfall it's truly nice and clean and I love what you've done.
@matprang4508
3 жыл бұрын
Best video so far. Do it right the first time. Note if you can afford it. This family will spend more time enjoying the pool than maintaining it.
@catherinejames1221
3 жыл бұрын
Mike - All I can say is how impressive your entire pool setup is! Very professional and very logical! Good job! I have been researching videos on these Intex pools, as I research anything that is going to cost me over a thousand dollars before I buy. I am renting currently, so my pool will be a temporary 3 year situation, so for now, I will be have to just level the ground, maybe create some decking and a border to keep the grass away and fill it with rock. But once we buy, I will be copying your set up, if I don't buy a house with an in-ground pool. I do have to agree with Donya below! I wish I could "borrow" you to do my pool setup! lol I am the mermaid in the family and was raised with an above ground pool as a child, so this is project is all my baby. My Dad was like you back in the 70's and spent time doing things right the first time around. My hubby is a teacher and more book/teaching cerebral than mechanical/electrical cerebral unfortunately! lol Your family is REALLY fortunate to have a man like you around to create such a beautiful Backyard Oasis! I am so jealous! The decking with the BBQ, the shed, the pool decking with the ladder, the beautifully pristine pool and gorgeous deck, the concrete!, handsome landscaping and use of the PVC pipe with the upgraded sand pump and motor, the waterfall with LED lights, the skimmer!! WOW! So amazingly PERFECT! Good Job! You even have all the accessories hung and organized!! LOVE LOVE LOVE that!! Well Done! :)
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Catherine, Thank you so much for the praise, it was a lot of hard work that paid off in the end. And keep your eye on the prize - eventually you'll have that dream pool, decking and picture worthy landscaping you envision as well. This pool set up I have was a short term solution, since my wife and I are selling this home within the next two years (hopefully), and our "forever home" will have the dream pool that we have always wanted. But at this point, I didn't want to overly simplify mine (the pool) by just throwing it on the ground and filling it with water . . . it would have bugged the crap out of me every time I looked at it! I'm one of those guys that over-thinks everything down to the tiniest detail - which can be a curse at times with my buddies joking that I have a little OCD going on. Anyway, I just posted a one year follow up video to the one you watched because it was requested by several of my viewers. It's only 20 minutes long and I highly suggest you watch it because it answers some questions not previously addressed in the first video and shows what I did with the pool during the colder winter months. Some individuals who watched my original video were harsh with criticism and some were outright rude and judgmental. They just couldn't understand why anybody would spend so much money and waste all that time doing what I did. Why not build an in-ground pool? . . .and, Why did you choose such a cheap blow-up pool verses a metal framed pool? - was the general consensus. So to clear up all the confusion I made another short video which will hopefully explain my mindset. I would really like you to watch the other video and tell me what you think - I'll be waiting to read your reply. Go to the KZitem search bar and type in - "Intex Easy Set Pool - One Year Update". Thanks :)
@TTPD_theanthology
3 жыл бұрын
So I have a metal frame pool and it’s lasted permanently in our yard even during ice storms uncovered for 4 years now! We just invested in a sand filter works good so far
@carldrach
3 жыл бұрын
Mike, pay no attention to the haters. You did a wonderful job and I learned quite a bit from your instruction/advice.
@nob5710
3 жыл бұрын
The organization and attention to detail is what I strive for. Can you give my husband lessons?? 🤣 Excellent setup
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I think that I got it from all my years in the military - but then again I may have a little OCD going on :)
@nob5710
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 I knew you were military before you even told me sir 🤣😁 thank you 🎖️
@mswildi
7 ай бұрын
You did an excellent job. Beautiful! You are clearly a Type A personality. But I've had 3 Intex pools, 2 with the blow up rings and let me tell you, you have spent a fortune on a pool that will last max 3 years. The most you should have paid for the pool itself was $500. I paid just over $2500 for my massive 16x32x52 and I thought that was too much, but it was close to Spring and prices go up the closer it gets to swim season. Nevertheless, you've done a wonderful job and when you have to upgrade the pool, everything else you've done will still serve you well.
@robkennedy821
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike, what an amazing job. I love it when people do things the right way. It appears you do things the right way, and then some! I'm glad I saw this today because I recently purchased the Intex 16'x32'x52" and am in the process of getting my yard prepped for it. My yard has a pretty significant slope so we have to do a few retaining walls but now I have some other things to consider. Anyway, your setup is amazing thanks for sharing!
@mikesanchez9654
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. This is an older video of mine and I've made major changes since then. If you like this video, you're really gonna like my most recent one . . . type in - Mike's Index Pool & Deck Update
@mswildi
7 ай бұрын
I have that pool and my yard is also sloped quite a bit. I love my pool but the one piece of advice I can give you is MAKE SURE YOUR POOL AREA IS COMPLETELY LEVEL WITHIN 1-2"! Some people will say that is overkill and level within 7" is fine. Don't listen to them. 7" over 32' is a variance of... I don't know, but quite a bit. Thank God so far I have not had a problem, but it still bugs me that I have a high corner and a low corner. Also, consider drainage. After 3 years I would love to drain my pool and fix that level problem, but since I have no direct drain into sewer, I have nowhere to put 14k+ gallons of water. It would take me twice as long to safely drain the pool as it did to fill it. (at least 6 hot dry days) Anyway, these are just things I've come to realize. I hope it helps you.
@ellaplays_4585
3 жыл бұрын
Great video Mike. Love the set-up... we have a metal frame 18ft Intex, brilliant idea and set-up... pasted details onto my husband..Thank you, from the South Coast in the UK
@cherylh5706
2 жыл бұрын
I'm blown away by the video. So well done. But I can't believe how much you paid for the pool. I bought mine for 360.00! In any case, your setup is splendid. Hope you're still enjoying it. Happy Summer!
@jbofrtwp
3 жыл бұрын
Mike, I have to compliment you on the extremely professional work you did. Did you spend a lot, yes and you could’ve bought a slightly smaller filter/pump/tank but everything is so top notch I was wishing I had you to make my pool area look like that lol.I like how you made your deck strong enough to drive a truck across. Your upgraded steel ladder is very cool too. 🤙🤙🤙
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. It was a learning experience not knowing if what I was doing was gonna work or be logical until after the fact. I had never done anything like this before, so overall I'm please with the outcome.
@ritasue6866
3 жыл бұрын
This is the best above ground pool set up I've ever seen
@aposieczanek
3 жыл бұрын
Love it! Extremely thought out and well executed! I especially love the pump and plumbing set up.
@botero29love
2 жыл бұрын
Wow!! It looks great. I love the set up. Yes I guess because of the time period in which you decided to buy all this that sellers were talking advantage of the buyers, it did come out expensive for just a simple pool but you did an amazing job. I think the concrete was an excellent idea. The sand filter seems complicated but like you said you wanted to make it easier for you on the long run. Enjoy your pool. Still, I love your set up.
@vickydelapiedra1806
3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE YOUR SET UP! It looks neat, quality, detailed, and overall beautiful! I appreciate all the work you put into this. Last summer we bought a cheap $30 inflatable pool for the kids. Junk. It kept flopping on one side and then the other. We had to keep inflating it over and over. I'm considering buying this one for this up coming summer. Will definitely use these tips!
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Keep in mind that Intex has 13 different "Easy Set" inflatable pools to choose from starting at $99. When I ordered this pool I was really hoping that it wasn't junk, having never seen one in person. I was really surprised at how thick and well constructed the vinyl was. Additionally, I love that it was soooo easy to assemble it - and to fold away for the colder winter months. Go to the Intex website to see the different models, but once you've decided which one you want - shop around for that model number to get a better price. Good Luck :)
@vickydelapiedra1806
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 Thanks!
@drekab123
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve never seen a easy set look like it looks on the box. They usually are lopsided. Great job
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Dreka, Thanks. Usually they end up being lopsided because whoever set the pool up did so without leveling the ground - which is no easy task. Those marketing guys probably use a professional "pool-setter-upper" to get it just right before they take all the pictures. LOL
@gordonmercer7020
Жыл бұрын
Looks like you did everything right. I got a lot of great and helpful tips from this video. The night shots look great. Thank you.
@bigragu6828
3 жыл бұрын
I priced an above ground pool from a professional installer/ dealer. 24K was the price. Which didn’t include electrician, water or landscaping. Your 16K produced a better set up and seems it’ll last for a long time. Great job all around. My wife has since purchased the exact same pool you have. No planning, the thing just showed up at our door. I will be setting it up in stock form, but will plan on upgrading, using some of your tips. It should (hopefully) serve its purpose for this summer.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Big Ragu. . .watch my latest pool video to see what else I've done since last summer. Type in: Mike's Intex Pool & Deck Update
@bigragu6828
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 I watched the June 15? Video. Looks spectacular! My only real question is, where did you put the 5,000 plus gallons from the pool? We have Dalton Water, here in Boston area. They have tankers of water to fill all size pools. Haven’t looked to see if they pump out pools also. I’ll have to empty the pool to move it from “this summer’s spot”.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@bigragu6828 The Hayward pump I have has a backwash & waste setting that will pump all the water out at the end of the season. I pumped 6,000 gallons of water out of my pool in less than 45 minutes. . . .all the way out to the street by using a 2 inch bilge hose connected to the pump. Filling a pool with tanker water does have it's advantages (it's faster than a water hose) but it's also more expensive (depending on the City). In Austin, filling my 6,000 gallon pool cost me an extra $75 on my water bill that month - and dumping the water to the street was free. BTW, filling the pool with my water hose took 11 hours.
@bigragu6828
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 I started filling mine. I was thinking city water was 3 gallons per minute. I did what math I knew and somehow came up with 27 hrs. ( using Home Depot maybe 5/8 I.D. Hose)
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@bigragu6828 My hose from the house is just a standard green garden hose and our water pressure isn't that great - that's why it took 11 hours. The bilge pump hose I bought from Home Depot was a 2 inch diameter hose (looks like a fire hose) that's how I drained it in 45 min.
@maxinewhitus9463
Жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful job, I totally agree on the costs. If one can afford to do this I think it’s worth it. Really like the idea of the concrete slab as well, very smart 👏👏👏
@098cpt
3 жыл бұрын
Yes the pandemic got stock down, but a LOT of people were getting rid of their above ground pool for cheap to nothing ! So they can redone their backyard during the slowdown. Got myself a 5 yo 24' pool, with the exact same filter setup, + gas heater + 2 ladders + salt system + deck. I had to remove everything , but i dont mind its free. Still seing a lot of free and NICE pool for free. I cover it with treated wood so it looks more modern ( plastic) . Anyway, the details of your work is impressive, grats !
@clownman9859
2 жыл бұрын
No, I'm thinking all that extremely nice set up deck n all for a blow up pool! . Great 👍 video pal,, an PHENOMENAL EFFORT 👌 for making that simple pool look luxurious..no joke,, that's crazy
@marcnorton3781
3 жыл бұрын
Looks great. I personally will not go to the lengths that you did, but everyone has different priorities. Thanks for sharing.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marc :)
@ryan3390
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful set up.. I love your O.C.D. and commitment for perfection but all that time and money sunk into the slab, rocks, decking, stones, bricks, plumbing, electrical, accessories, upgraded pump and filter, just go with a real 18' round pool that came with the same pump/filter combo and collapsible ladder package. You can't say you was trying to save money 🤣🤣. You could have went to any pool dealer and got a regular 18' round for $1,500 or less. I just got a 27' round 54" deep composite frame that doesn't rust and is warrantied for you to sink it into the ground if you want, during the pandemic and only waited 1 month for it to come in direct from the manufacturer. Good job, sorry if I sounding a ass, I didn't mean to come off that way it just blown my mind.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
Everything I did and everything I bought is exactly what I wanted. I don't care what OTHER people would have done - I'm not them.
@Sosher
3 жыл бұрын
☆ Amazing job this not only looks great and works well you definitely put lots of though & pure ingenious planning. Thanks for not thinking everything is disposable. When most folks think about above ground pools they believe they are buying a huge version of a blue vinyl kitty pool with filter, pump & pool top was a bonus. To many people don't really plan things in advance & you have to be flexible enough to adjust your plans as problems arise, as we can see you did the job right & it will last. Beautiful job pool, decking, pump, power, and concrete work. Great video with pro's & con's and the you tube photos of the poor examples. All I can say is ☆Amazing Job☆
@kenarnold9132
3 жыл бұрын
I must say, that's a beautiful setup you have. I used to live in a house with an inground pool. Never again. Spent more time maintaining it than enjoying it. I put up the 15x48" Intex the other day. Yep. The cheesy filter included....cheesy. Looking into a sand filter. I opted to use pea gravel as a base. When filling, I discovered the pool wasn't exactly level, but as it filled, the immense weight shifted the pea gravel and it leveled perfect. Also will double as fire pit area in the off season. Would like to make a deck similar to yours, however, the cost of lumber has tripled since summer last year, and increasing every week. A small 10x7' low deck will have to suffice. Which means I'll stick with what's referred to as a ladder (affix to the deck for stability) Pro Tip- if you're stuck using the included ladder, Clamp the outside legs to a small piece of plywood for added stability. Also is good to use some foam pipe insulation for the feet inside the pool to reduce chaffing. But for your setup....Well Played Sir.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
I never considered pea gravel, it makes perfect sense - more sense than sand. And you’re right about the cost of materials - it’s out of control.
@kenarnold9132
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesanchez9654 I did however, have a couple of old tarps, so I tripled up the padding.
@mikesanchez9654
3 жыл бұрын
@@kenarnold9132 Smart man - just in case!
@pegeggeggleston4315
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike - Great video and commentary. I think the project turned out fabulous. You are a very knowledgeable guy and did everything first class. I know that you and your family will have years of fun in that pool and that is priceless. Enjoy and thanks for sharing. Love PegEgg
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