Phase 1: Pool Plan/Drawing • Once you have chosen HP Pools, a meeting will be scheduled to discuss ideas and to finalize the plans for the pool. From the meeting, a final drawing will be prepared for your approval. Phase 2: Permits • It is very important to have all the necessary permits before construction begins. HP Pools 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 grade machine 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 the crew will arrive and form the pool shape with stakes and lumber. You are required to be present and approve the layout and design before digging begins. Phase 4: The Dig During the dig phase, the ground where the pool will be is dug up from the earth. Expect heavy equipment such as an excavator, skid steer and dump trucks to be brought in to accomplish the task. Phase 5: Steel Reinforcement This is when the steel framework of the pool is installed. The frame is important because it adds strength to the concrete shell of the pool. After the frame is in place, an inspector will come out to the property to make sure the frame was installed properly. Phase 6: Installing 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 "Shotcrete". The shell of the pool is now in place, and you will start to see your dream pool take shape. Phase 7: Pre-grade the Deck Once the shell has cured, HP Pools will return to remove the forms and perform a rough “machine grade” of the deck area. Some dirt will be 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 equipment will be located. Phase 9: Tile The waterline tile that you chose will now be applied to the inside of the pool perimeter. 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. The equipment pad is also poured at this time. Phase 12: Installation of Equipment / Interior Pool Finish 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, etc., cleaning out the pool shell for the installation of the interior finish. Once completed, the pool is filled with water and "started up" with proper chemistry and cleaning. The job is concluded with site clean up and operating instructions to teach you how to operate and maintain your new pool. NOTE: Depending on particular 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.