Pool Construction Process
The first step in the pool construction process is to create a plan that incorporates the
client’s personal style and vision with the existing landscape, considering every detail—both
technical and aesthetic. In order to develop a close working relationship with each and
every client, Arista limits the number of projects it takes on. This close working
relationship ensures a beautiful, functional inground swimming pool and sets us apart
from the other
swimming pool contractors.
Pool Design
A great pool design not only enhances the existing site but eliminates nature’s flaws and
deficiencies. Arista’s professionals use their full range of talents and experience to
address each and every issue including slopes, terrain, drainage and retaining walls.
The final product brings together all of the technical elements without sacrificing the
aesthetic ones.
We believe your new inground swimming pool should raise the value of your property and be
the focal point of your backyard. A good design takes into account how it will look summer,
fall, winter, and spring. It considers your family’s privacy needs, and, of course, the look
that you envisioned.
Construction of the Pool Shell
The first stage of the pool building process is the excavation, carefully considering any
drainage and site conditions. Unlike competitors, who hire an excavation contractor for
half a day, Arista believes in a thorough excavation. This additional time spent compacting
and grading results in a more solid decking surface that is less likely to separate from the
pool due to shifting or settling. This extra care during the excavation phase sets the
quality standards for the rest of the construction process.
Next, ironworkers fabricate the steel reinforcement cage by bending and tying steel rebar.
A grid pattern is used to strengthen the gunite pool shell. Typical swimming pool companies
will use only a 3/8" rebar to cut corners and trim their costs. At Arista we use superior 1/2" rebar
through the entire pool and add a four nexus bond beam which quadruples rebar in the areas of
highest stress. The steel grade used by Arista also has a high tensile strength which
increases durability. Competitors use a softer, lower grade steel. While inexpensive and
lucrative for those builders, this inferior product compromises the strength and integrity of
the pool. It often goes unnoticed for years before the instability and weak structure of the
installation becomes apparent. The quality materials and processes used in Arista’s pool
construction are proven to stand up to the harsh winters of Pennsylvania.
Plumbing and Electrical
Once the cage is in place, we begin the interior plumbing phase. All of our equipment is
plumbed on concrete platforms that are poured onsite by Arista. Because we do not use weak
prefabricated platforms, the risk of settlement and pipe fracturing is eliminated. Another
delicate component, the electrical conduit, is installed 18 inches underground to protect it
from weather exposure and other damage. Just like our steel reinforcement, our plumbing and
electrical work, exceeds industry standards. It’s a plumbing system that is hydraulically
balanced and well-planned that can mean the difference between an affordable and easy to
maintain pool and one that drains away any savings. This is why Arista guides every client
to ensure that even hidden, long-term costs are considered.
Once the plumbing is installed, we inspect the shell and all electrical connections. After
this groundwork is set and each phase completed to perfection, the swimming pool is finally
ready for a gunite application. The gunite phase requires as much skill as the prior ones;
and Arista’s crew are the best in the industry.
Gunite Application
To build the pool shell, Arista uses a dry gunite concrete application method. This method
allows us to bring our own high-grade materials to the job site. We mix the components as
needed and inject water to achieve an optimal hydration between the sand and cement. We
do not use the less effective but cheaper wet mix shotcrete that is supplied by local
ready-mix plants. Often such ready-mix will contain too much water or even be partially
cured from the excessive wait time in the mixer truck. These errors result in weaker,
defective concrete. Engineers have confirmed that concrete with lower water content is
stronger.
Decking, Coping, and Interior Pool Finishes
For decking and coping, we offer flagstone, travertine, granite, brick, stamped concrete,
exposed aggregate, plain concrete, and much more. We also offer a variety of interior
inground pool finishes. One distinguished finish is PebbleSheen. PebbleSheen pool finish adds
sophisticated elegance to the natural brilliance and durability of a pebble finish.
The pebbles are lightly buffed for a fine texture feel that is gentle on even the most
sensitive feet. This lovely finish comes with unparalleled stain resistance and 16
distinct color choices. Each produces a dazzling spectrum of colors as the sunlight
reflects off the surface. Other finishes are available and the combinations of tile,
coping, and pool interior are as unlimited.
Click here to view our large
selection of freeze-resistent tile
selections.
Click here for photo samples of the types of coping that are available.
Click here for information and photo samples of pool interior finishes (marcite).
Click here for information about the poolscape
elements that are important to a pool's atmosphere.
Arista uses the finest materials and latest technology throughout the entire pool
construction process. Our
inground pools are
built to your specifications and are built
to last a lifetime. To request more information about a customized "total swimming
environment," please let us hear from you. Contact Arista Pool & Spa Inc about your
pool construction project.
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Pool Construction Site Photos
Arista uses a substantial amount of stone under a pool.
This allows the pool to drain and relieves it of underground
hydrostatic pressure. Many of Arista's competitors use no stone at all.
Pictured is the steel reinforcement grid. Our steel is a substantially heavier rebar than competitors use and provides extra tensile strength to our concrete/gunite pool.
Threat of rain! This photo shows us covering the dug-out pool with
a plastic canvas to prevent a mucky work site. Who but Arista would take such
care?
Flash gunite is structurally engineered to be used in building
bridges. There is nothing stronger and Arista uses nothing less in its pool construction.
The curing period inside a gunite shell prior to the final finish being applied.
Pool interior finishes are available in many luxurious looks.
This final pool construction photo shows coping, tile, and walkway. Just add water---and
your family!
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