Help with leaks in new pool!

[MarkC]

Does the pool leak with the pump not running? That would be one thing I would test, if the water level stops dropping I would be inclined to believe the problem is in the plumbing.

[PhantomAndy]

Be patient with your builder - and give them sufficient time to correct the problem on the new build.

However sufficient time to me would be 1 or 2 weeks. If your not fixed and good to go by then - I'd have an attorney write up a letter to get them back on track. If you don't you could spend your summer chasing that leak - instead of enjoying your new pool.

Good Luck!

[jnorris]

OK, here's the latest...pool guy came back out, they re-did all the plumbing around the pump to correct it from being "backwards" so they corrected the small leak there. They did a pressure test (sorry to be ignorant, but I guess that was to test the rest of the plumbing lines) and all was well. Did a dye test and found there was leaking on the OTHER side of the steps as well (why the guy didn't just check both sides of the steps when he found one part leaking is beyond me). Fixed all that, then filled the pool back up, and it has not leaked for 24 hours. Now, the pump's running, the deck jets (that the builder forgot to put in before they poured the deck, so they are "outside the deck" jets!) are going, and all is well. Got the ladder and handrail in now, the polaris in the pool, chemicals in, SAM light installed, and so far so good. The pool guy (not the owner, but the one who is doing all the work now) mentioned that the owner would be reimbursing us for the water that got wasted when half the water in the pool leaked out in less than a week. We'll see how that goes.

Thank you so much for all the advice, and all the great knowledge I've gained by reading these boards. I know I have alot to learn, since I'm going to be running this thing, but I have such a great headstart from all you experts.

Judy

[gonefishin]

Congrats!

Glad to hear everything worked out for ya


enjoy!
dan

[jnorris]

Newer update...all is still well. Pool heater is going, and the water is up to 83 degrees. And outside temp was 49 degrees last night! Only problem is we unhooked the Polaris to put away for a while, and the fitting that hooks it to the side of the pool is cracked. I feel sure either the pool guy will work with us, or we can have it repaired with the warranty.

Looks like my daughters birthday pool party is back on!

Judy