Do's and Don'ts when looking at a pool from ANY builder.
Do's
Do Get autofill/drain (This is a must have here in FL)
Do Replace dual drains with Channel Drain
Do Install handrail at build time
Do Get a robot to clean pool and sidewalls (Buy on your own after install)
Do Ensure salt cell is rated for 2x pool size
Do get largest available heat pump (140K) (if going with heat pump)
Do Get a water line run near equipment pad
Do Get a light installed over the equipment pad
Do Get full automation
Do Make sure pump is Variable Speed
Do Go with a larger filter (300-400 sq ft)
Don'ts
Don't Give final payment until pool is operational (If you can get builder to agree - most won't)
Don't install suction return line
While your pool is being installed, check out the TroubleFree pool site. This site provides great info on how to care for your pool - even if you don't want to maintain it, it helps to understand what should be checked and why.
Unless you're getting a hot tub attached that needs quick heat, go with a heat pump. They are far cheaper to run than a gas heater and work well here in FL.
Do your research and you'll find that solar heat is waste of money. It costs the same to install as either electric or gas, works well when you don't need it, and can't keep the pool warm when you really do. You'll still need to add a 2nd heat source to keep the pool warm in cooler weather.
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