USVI-On-Line

The lining on my pool failed over the winter. This caused the pool wall to buckle at the wall saver seem. The owner of the store where I originally purchased the pool nine years ago and the original installer both say replace the pool which is a great answer for them as its $5000 in their pockets. Their rationale to me is that the pool would not be structurally sound.

Has anybody had a similar situation? Why can't I hammer the wall straight and replace the wall saver section and save $5000 minus new pool liner they are only $800. I should also tell you that I purchased a 33 foot round pool at the time it was only $500 more than a 27 foot pool. If I had known that I would be replacing everything every 7 to 10 years I never would've spent the extra money.

I being a frugal New Englander hate being told it easier to buy a new pool every 8 to 10 years when during the selling process you’re given the impression pools should last 20 to 25 years!


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Well, after 3 above ground pools we bit the bullet and put an in ground in. It is a Viking pool excellent warranty and fiberglass. We love it-check it out, for $5000.00 plus some more you will never have to worry about that happening again.
mr

I have an inground if you want it you can come and get it. LOLI don't know how well concrete would travelNow that the kids are gone I don't use it enough any more thinking about fill in it in. If the houseing market wasn't so bad I'd sell the house.

Well, just the opposite for us we got our in ground after the kids were gone. Ours being fiberglass-not so sure maybe we could move ours-not now though.
mr

Why not give it a shot IF the problem with the wall wasnt too bad and the uprights and pieces at the wall joints are in good shape/not twisted etc.

I replaced my liner (actually ordered it online) and did some minor wall repairs and installed these "cove" high density foam wedges at the point where the wall meets the ground. They are supposed to help prevent excessive stretching and premature wearing of the replacement liner.

You may also want to consider installing a sheet of wall foam between your repaired section and the liner for a smoother surface and protection from the joints etc. You can also identify any rust spots or small rust holes on the wall and repair them with aluminum tape or flashing etc.