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Dain K
I have a 27 foot above ground swimming pool (3 years old) that I am trying to sell. It is in very good condition with a pump/filter, solar and winter covers, and accessories such stairs and automatic cleaner. The liner is fine now, but it may need to be replaced when torn down, but no idea. Is $1500 too much to ask? $1000? $500? I'm clueless on this.
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Dain, i already answered your question on this with your other question when you referred to your pool as a 24 foot Round pool.
I gave it a second thought after posting, and seeing this message, IF you want to sell your pool, or get rid of it, you might want to post an ad for used pool equipment. A Pump/motor usually goes for 3-400 bucks, and the filter could be a few hundred more, but the equipment is used, so if you get someone to buy it for 500 dollars you should consider yourself lucky. Place an add for the equipment, and as a bonus they can have the pool for free. you might get a taker, But refer to my other message where i talked about liability. You don't want to be held responsible when the pool leaves your yard, so should something happen in 2 weeks, whether it is faultyequipment or improper installation, just make sure you dont get caught up in it.
It makes no sense to try and make a few bucks back on your pool that is 3 years old, and then by some string of bad luck, have someone come knocking on your door looking for damages because the ladder or steps failed and someone got injured. Sure it could be from the new owner installing equipment improperly, and you have no control over it, But is it really worth the hassle? Sell your used equipment, people will buy it. Especially now where people are going to have equipment failures and problems from the past winter, and dismantle your pool and put it on the side of the road, i guarantee someone will load it and take it away, even if there is no equipment.
Dain, i already answered your question on this with your other question when you referred to your pool as a 24 foot Round pool.
I gave it a second thought after posting, and seeing this message, IF you want to sell your pool, or get rid of it, you might want to post an ad for used pool equipment. A Pump/motor usually goes for 3-400 bucks, and the filter could be a few hundred more, but the equipment is used, so if you get someone to buy it for 500 dollars you should consider yourself lucky. Place an add for the equipment, and as a bonus they can have the pool for free. you might get a taker, But refer to my other message where i talked about liability. You don't want to be held responsible when the pool leaves your yard, so should something happen in 2 weeks, whether it is faultyequipment or improper installation, just make sure you dont get caught up in it.
It makes no sense to try and make a few bucks back on your pool that is 3 years old, and then by some string of bad luck, have someone come knocking on your door looking for damages because the ladder or steps failed and someone got injured. Sure it could be from the new owner installing equipment improperly, and you have no control over it, But is it really worth the hassle? Sell your used equipment, people will buy it. Especially now where people are going to have equipment failures and problems from the past winter, and dismantle your pool and put it on the side of the road, i guarantee someone will load it and take it away, even if there is no equipment.
I need above ground pool advice?
Barbra W
We are going to get an above ground pool and was looking for advice on a few things. The size is 18 x 40 and 54 inches deep. We will be installing it ourselves with help from friends with good Equipment. What kind of pump system, sand or cartridge? beaded or overlap liner? chlorine or a different chemical? what type of Accessories? Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
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I definitely think sand filter is a better choice. However, I would go with a sand alternative instead of actual sand. You use half the amount and it filters much better (down to 30 microns with sand and down to 5 microns with alternative). The sand alternative is sometimes called Zeolite or Vitroclean. I prefer beaded liners because if you ever need to replace the liners, you don't have to take your pool apart. You simply drain and replace. Overlap liners are not as easy. Chlorine is fine, but if you are looking for a cleaner, gentler solution, you might want to try a salt chlorine generator system. They definitely make the water softer and easier on the eyes, but they do require a bigger investment up front. As for accessories, I would definitely get an automatic pool cleaner. Polaris and Robo-Kleen both make good above ground models. Also, a good floating pool light will allow you to swim at night.
I definitely think sand filter is a better choice. However, I would go with a sand alternative instead of actual sand. You use half the amount and it filters much better (down to 30 microns with sand and down to 5 microns with alternative). The sand alternative is sometimes called Zeolite or Vitroclean. I prefer beaded liners because if you ever need to replace the liners, you don't have to take your pool apart. You simply drain and replace. Overlap liners are not as easy. Chlorine is fine, but if you are looking for a cleaner, gentler solution, you might want to try a salt chlorine generator system. They definitely make the water softer and easier on the eyes, but they do require a bigger investment up front. As for accessories, I would definitely get an automatic pool cleaner. Polaris and Robo-Kleen both make good above ground models. Also, a good floating pool light will allow you to swim at night.
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