Now that you are ready for WaterWorks of Texas to start on your new pool, you are probably wondering about the details of how they will do it.
	#1 – The Site – Prior to excavation, WaterWorks of Texas will measure and stake out your new pool and/or spa. The layout is based on your custom design and upon your approval, we are ready to dig it.
	#2 – Excavation – In most cases, it will take about one working day to complete the excavation of your pool and remove the soil from your yard. If you’re interested in keeping some of the soil for other parts of your yard, just let us know prior to excavation.
	#3 – Plumbing - Our plumbers will place the lines and fixtures around the form of the shell.
	#4 – Steel Placement – Steel-reinforcing rods are placed inside the excavation, along the bottom, up the sides, into the bond beam, and around the skimmers. Firmly wired together, these rods add to the strength and long life of your pool shell.
	#5 - Inspections – At varying stages of construction, detailed inspections are performed by your project manager. In addition to these inspections, local building authorities will also require inspections.
	#6 – Pool Shell – A concrete mixture called gunite is pneumatically applied under great pressure to bond tightly around the steel reinforcing rods. This results in a reinforced steel and concrete pool of superior strength.
	#7 – Curing – After we have “shot” the pool, you will be asked to spray the shell with water from your garden hose several times a day for about a week. This process is called curing and it enhances the strength of your pool shell.
	#8 – Coping – Our craftsman install the coping - or the "lip" of your pool - around the pool's perimeter. Some options are safety-grip brick, stone or white pre-cast concrete. Also, in some pools, such as the featured pool in the pictures, cantilevered decks that extend right to the pool's edge are used instead of coping.
	#9 – Tile - The tile is installed along what will be the waterline of the interior of the pool. Tiles are available in a wide variety of colors and designs. You get to choose.
	#10 – Electrical – Licensed electricians hook into your electric service and connect your filtration and lighting systems. An inspection of the final work is arranged.
	#11 – Gas Lines – If your pool has a gas-fueled heater, gas lines will be installed. It is also a good time to run a gas and water line to that outdoor kitchen you've been thinking about...
	#12 – Decking – The decking that surrounds your pool can be concrete, brick, stone, grass or other materials. Concrete can be finished with pebbles or coated with an advanced Sundeck coating that stays cool on the hottest day. This is the final stage before the pool shell finish is applied and it’s ready to be filled.
	#13 – Fencing – Most communities require that you provide a fence and latched gate around your new pool. It's a good idea to have one in any case. WaterWorks of Texas will help to familiarize you with the local requirements.
	#14 – Waterproof Finish – Our crews will now cover the surface of the pool with a special plaster or other durable waterproof finish that seals it and provides a beautiful finishing touch. The plaster can be white or colored.
	#15 – Pool Start-up – Water from your garden hose will be used to fill your pool. Once filled, we will come to your home to start up the equipment. WaterWorks of Texas will maintain your pool for the first month. You will need to brush your new plaster several time a day for 10-14 days until it is cured. Before the month is up we will provide "pool school" at your home and show you exactly how the equipment works and what chemicals are needed. This is the time to ask questions on maintaining your pool. We can also arrange ongoing pool care if you prefer.