[dsnrbec]

Originally Posted by Villages Kahuna

Don’t even think about using anyone but T&D Pool and Spa. There’s a reason why you will have to wait, and not get the cheapest price in town. That’s because they’re the BEST!

Thanks but they can’t even come out for the initial appointment until Sept of 2022. By the time we get on their schedule, refine the design and get engineering approved, we would be lucky to be swimming before spring of 2023. I’m too old for that kind of wait 😉

[Crazyladycruz]

Originally Posted by dsnrbec

I would love to hear from someone who used this company for a pool. Having a hard time finding any reviews. Thanks!

We currently have Adv Construction working on a golf cart garage. We signed the contract in April, they started in July and it’s still not finished. Problems getting help and materials. Finding out, that’s with many of the construction outfits. So if you’re in NO HURRY, their work has been good so far. (What little they have done)

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Crazyladycruz

Problems getting help and materials.

They don't have crews.............they sub 100% out.

[Rhody44]

Advanced Construction designed and constructed a full side addition and golf cart garage for our Lantana design home in 2008. We also engaged them in 2009 for the construction of a covered patio and their first pool. We have been very happy with the results. I'm sure that they would be pleased to show you photos of the work that they did for us.

[Kdixon1260]

I am a retired custom home builder from Tennessee. I took bids and qualified three different companies and chose Advanced Construction to not only build my pool/hot tub but also my large room addition and outdoor kitchen. They being the owner, the vice president, and the field superintendent has done everything they promised on time. Far stronger than anyone else that I have dealt with contracting various projects. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a company that doesn’t over promise and communicates with their customers.

[Thatgirl49]

Originally Posted by dewilson58

They don't have crews.............they sub 100% out.

Pretty sure that's everyone around here, even The Villages subcontracts 100% of their work... they only have supervisors. Advanced built our golf cart garage and did a great job. Could not tell it wasn't original and they didn't rip us off like other contractors we've heard about. Our friends in Chitty Chatty are having Advanced build their pool for them, it's only a concrete shell so far, but they seem happy. I would call the building department and ask? They might be able to tell you who else to consider. I can't imagine waiting until 2023!

[Rickrounds]

Originally Posted by PoolBrews

I can't understand why anyone thinking of shelling out $50-$80K for a pool would ever look at a company like this. No pool build history, no online reviews (good or bad), not on BBB. There are so many red flags here... need I say more?

Below is a list of recommendations I have that you should ask every pool builder you talk to. There are several pool builders I would recommend you quote, and several I would say stay away from at all costs. PM me if you want my list

I would get at least 3 quotes from companies with high ratings. You will find that most folks here will say T&D... that is because T&D is local and is the contractor that The Villages uses. They do good work, but generally cost far more than other companies outside of the bubble. If you don't mind paying 25%-50% more, then T&D is fine. My pool was done by Premier Pools of Central Florida out of Winter Park and I couldn't be happier. My pool was $65K - T&D wanted $90K, and that was with older automation, an undersized filter, and an undersized salt water generator (SWG) cell.

When I asked them to meet the same hardware as Premier, I was looking at another $10K. This is why I say - get multiple quotes, then make sure they all have the same components. Things to check:

1) Verify filter size - the smaller the filter, the more often you will be cleaning it.
2) Look at pool automation. It will make your life easier, and will save on electricity over the long run.
3) Make sure you get auto fill/drain. Here in FL with the rain and sun we get you'll be constantly adding water or manually draining without it.
4) Make sure you get a variable speed pump. A VSP can save $20-$40 per month when run at 40%.
5) If going salt water (highly recommended), make sure the SWG cell is rated at least 2x the size of your pool.
6) If you are not getting a deep end, look at asking for a channel drain. In a shallow pool, you'll have folks stubbing their toes on the standard drains that most companies install.
6) Look at the included pool interior finish. Pebble finishes last far longer than plaster, and are more $$ accordingly.

I could probably add more, but that is a good start!

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