Automatic Inground Pool
Automatic Inground Pool
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 NEW ABOVE GROUND AUTOMATIC SWIMMING POOL CLEANER  US $58.99 |  13x19 Insulated Inground Swimming Pool Kit No 5 3 US $7,205.00 |  Hayward Navigator Pro Plus $5000 Visa Card Mail in Rebate US $399.99 |
 Polaris 380 Automatic Pool Cleaner Head OnlyEXCELLENT US $379.99 |  Insulated In ground Spool Spa Pool Kit No5 3 13x19 US $10,175.00 |  NEW Hayward EcoStar Variable Speed Pump SP3400VSP US $1,150.00 |
 Pulley Aquabot Aquabot Turbo Aquamax Aquamax Junior US $12.50 |  Aquabot Turbo T4RC Pool Cleaner US $1,499.99 |  Polaris 280 Pool Cleaner US $332.95 |
 POLARIS 380 POOL CLEANERHEAD ONLY PERFECT US $379.99 |  Hayward Navigator 925CS Pool Cleaner US $269.99 |  Pentair Kreepy Krauly SandShark GW7900 Pool Cleaner US $51.00 |
 Polaris ATV F7 Premium Suction Side Automatic Pool Cleaner US $170.00 |  Aquabot G Jet Robotic Pool Cleaner NR US $350.00 |  IN ABOVE GROUND AUTOMATIC SWIMMING POOL CLEANER HOVER US $74.99 |
 KREEPY KRAULY SWIMMING POOL CLEANER FOR INGROUND POOLS US $326.99 |  18x30 Insulated Inground Swimming Pool Kit No 10 1 US $9,655.00 |  ZODIAC BARACUDA G3 AUTOMATIC IN GROUND POOL CLEANER US $283.00 |
 Ecosmart ECO 18 Electric Tankless Pool Heater 18KW 240 Volt US $100.00 |  POLARIS 280 POOL CLEANER HEAD ONLY PERFECT US $319.99 |  NEW IN ABOVE GROUND AUTOMATIC SWIMMING POOL CLEANER US $72.99 |
 Polaris Booster Pump PB4 60 Refurbished FREE SHIPPING US $99.00 |  PENTAIR BOOSTER PUMP LA01N NIB US $169.95 |  Polaris 380 Pool Cleaner US $400.00 |
 Hayward H400FDN Pool Spa 400 K btu H400 Low NOx heater US $1,898.99 |  Rx Clear 3 Inch Sanitizer Chlorine Tablets 50 lbs US $106.49 |  POOLGUARD INGROUND POOL ALARM SYSTEM MODEL PGRM 2 NEW US $39.99 |
 BRAND NEW AUTOMATIC POOL INGROUND SWIMMING POOL CLEANER US $72.99 |  HAYWARD POOL VAC ULTRA AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER US $195.00 |  BRAND NEW AUTOMATIC SWIMMING POOL CLEANER IN GROUND US $82.99 |
 Automatic Pool Cleaner for Above Ground Pools US $107.99 |  BRAND NEW SKIMZIT AUTOMATIC ALL SWIMMING POOL SKIMMER US $36.99 |  16x32 Insulated Inground Swimming Pool Kit No 10 4 US $11,360.00 |
 KREEPY KRAULY 70400 AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER K70400 US $326.90 |  12x525 Insulated Inground 2 Lane Lap Pool Kit US $12,375.00 |  LK ONE NEW SOLAR SUN RING THERMAL POOL HEATER COVER WOW US $15.99 |
 Polaris 380 Pool Cleaner Used Polaris 280 380 480 US $279.99 |  HAYWARD W560 LEAF CANISTER FOR NAVIGATOR ULTRA KREEPY US $37.25 |  POLARIS ATV AUTOMATIC POOL CLEANER 340 FREE SHIP NO TAX US $345.00 |
 POLARIS 280 POOL CLEANER F5 NO TAX FREE DELIVERY US $599.00 |  Pentair Letro Legend Pool Cleaner New Model LL505G US $374.99 |  NEW HAYWARD POOL VAC CLASSIC 1005CC CONCRETE CLEANER US $339.00 |
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Kelowna Inground Pool
If you are in the market for an inground pool in Kelowna, here are some suggestions to get you started in the right direction:
1. BUDGET. What will your budget be for this project? This could well be your most important decision and may determine the size of the pool and any other options such as decking or landscaping. It may influence the design, the accessories, and so on, but it should never influence the safety and proper function of your pool.
2. KELOWNA SAFETY STANDARDS. Consult with the City of Kelowna Bylaws for residential Swimming Pools on the local standard safety requirements for inground pools. Once you have a price you can affix to the safety equipment needed, then you will be in a better position to determine how much you have left to spend on the many other aspects of pool construction.
3. OPTIONS. Take time to consider your many options such as the type of shell, the shape, colour and design of the liner, the design of the steps, numerous accessories such as handrails, slides, waterfalls, jet streams, lights, and vanishing edges.
• Many Kelowna inground pool owners have chosen a composite, single piece fiberglass shell construction for its lightweight, yet incredibly durable finish, and its superior flexibility for our Canadian climate changes. Normally, Kelowna winters are very mild, so there would be little likelihood of shell damage due to weather. Another advantage to the fiberglass shell is its imperviousness to corrosion and deterioration from weather. Of course, fiberglass pools are more expensive to install, but to balance the equation fewer chemicals are needed to maintain the correct water conditions, and with better insulation, the heating bills are less.
• Other options for inground pools include built-in water fitness equipment, and equipment which enables stationary swimming (great for compact pools in small spaces).
4. INSTALLATION. Another important decision to make is who will do the pool installation. Your pool dealership will likely have its own installation company and this service may come automatically with the purchase of the pool, but you should check this out before signing on the dotted line. With the hefty purchase price of an inground pool, you want to stay within your budget if possible.
5. WARRANTY. Make sure your inground pool dealership carries a good warranty on products and services. Investigate as to whether their service department is local and whether their technicians are adequately trained to undertake warranty work.
6. Pool Maintenance. Find out what regular maintenance is required to keep your pool in peak performance, and make sure you understand the maintenance procedures completely. Pool malfunction and repair can often be linked back to the owner failing to do the proper maintenance on a regular basis, thus causing himself unnecessary expense and costly repairs. Unfortunately, many pool owners fail to understand this, and become frustrated when constant repairs are required.
An inground pool can be a wonderful investment providing you with years of relaxation and enjoyment in the comfort and privacy of your own back yard. It will require due diligence in caring for and maintaining it properly, but if this is carried out as instructed, you will enjoy your luxurious pool for a very long time.
About the Author
Gwen Rempel is a freelance writer in Kelowna, BC. representing Kelowna Arctic Spas. For more information please visit http://www.okanaganarctic.com
Why does the "Barracuda G4" pool cleaner say its ONLY for in-ground pools?
I have an Above Ground Pool and have tried a few different automatic pool cleaners with no luck. My father has an inground pool and uses a Barracuda G3 which does a great job.
I went to the Barracuda website and want either a G3 or G4 but they say its ONLY for inground pools. Does anyone know why I cannot use a Barracuda G3 or G4 for an above ground pool? Does anyone use an Above Ground Auto-cleaner they just love?
I have a 15x33 Oval Above Ground pool.
http://www.baracuda.com/g4.htm <-- Barracuda G4 Product info
It's similar in concept to the Kreepy Krawly. It's designed to climb the walls in an in-ground pool. The main difference is that there is either a gradual slope (sometime two 45 degree angles) between the walls and the floor of an in-ground pool. It's designed to hit this and keep going (to climb all the way to the waterline.)
In an above-ground pool, generally the wall-to-floor is a 90 degree angle.
You probably already know that, but the problem is the cleaner will get stuck and wear abnormally if it hit the wall and couldn't keep going. (Like it would in an above-ground pool) That would void it's warranty.
(The rings on the similar-looking above-ground cleaners on that page prevent them from getting stuck against the walls.)
As far as what cleaner might work for you, a lot depends on what kind of debris you get in the pool and how powerful your filter system is, etc. I use a Hayward Aquacritter in mine (21 round), and it works great for me (with the optional leaf canister since I get a lot of leaves in my pool.)
Addl:
As far as my statement about voiding the warranty being "rubbish", tell that to the manufacturer and see what they think. (Never mind that it says so right on the link you provided.) I've had experience in this area... manufacturers look to get out of spending any unnecessary money (as in paying warranty claims they feel they shouldn't) as well as anyone. If you use their product for other than its intended use, no mfg. is going to cover that under warranty. (At least that's the way it is here in the States.) They will be able to tell by the wear on the unit that it was not used as intended.
(They might give in after an extended fight, but it's not worth the hassle.)
And can you use an inground cleaner in an above-ground pool? Try it with a Hayward Pool Vac, for example, and watch what happens... (The inground version of my Aquacritter, which like the Barracudas, are basically identical inside.) The difference being the ring on the aquacritter that allows it to turn when it hits a pool wall. Oh... and the price of the Pool Vac usually being around twice that of the Aquacritter. Seems like another good reason to me not to use an inground cleaner in an above-ground pool. (Unless someone likes spending a lot more for things.... Or likes to sell more expensive things.) As important as any obstructions on the floor are the angles between the walls and floor of the pool. Some cleaners may be able to work correctly in both, but most won't.
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