Yes, we offer complimentary design consultations. You can schedule one whenever you are ready to start talking about your project. You do not necessarily have to be ready to begin construction right away. To schedule a consultation, simply contact us.
Since we build custom pools, there really is no “standard.” For illustration purposes only, our classic pool is a sports or play pool up to 5 feet in depth, with an 75-foot perimeter and 350 square foot surface area, and 300 square feet of acrylic lace decking. This pool would include a Pentair Variable Speed Pump, Pentair Energy Efficient Cartridge Filter, Intermatic Time Clock with Subpanel, Rebel Suction Cleaner, Automatic Water Leveler, Blue Square LED Pool Light, and much more.
We do not remodel pools or spas; however, we have an in-house partner, Above & Beyond Pool Remodeling, who specializes in remodels. If you are interested in a remodel, fill out the form on this page and someone from their team will contact you!
These days, play pools are the most popular types of pools. We can still construct diving pools, but they are generally more expensive and must follow several guidelines for safety reasons. For those who are interested in a diving pool, there are now many options beyond an actual diving board, including jump boards and diving rocks built into the surrounding landscape or a waterfall.
There’s no need to base your design on an average, but 30 feet by 15 feet is common.
The time it takes to build your pool depends on a lot of factors. The complexity of your design, time of year, and other variables will all determine how long it takes to build your pool. Barring any interruption from Mother Nature, the average pool build takes 9-12 weeks from the completion of excavation.
There are many phases to swimming pool construction, but only a couple of them are particularly noisy, namely excavation. The majority of work is not noisy.
The crew generally will work during daylight hours, but will respect any restrictions requested by you as the homeowner and/or your neighborhood. These restrictions should be disclosed prior to construction in order to make sure the timeline is accurate.
Prior to construction beginning, your landscape will be assessed to determine the best way for the crew to access the building site. Some of the equipment used is heavy machinery. As such, if you have lots of fencing, pavers, etc., there may be a need to temporarily remove or a risk of damage in the process. If such a risk exists, you will be informed of it prior to construction.
Certain phases, such as plumbing, will require trenching, so your yard may not look pristine during those few days.
Yes.
Depending on your jurisdiction, it may take 5 days or 4 weeks. In general, expect it to take 2 to 3 weeks.
Each city’s barrier requirements are different. It is your responsibility as the homeowner and resident to satisfy these requirements. Please see your pool designer for the specifics of your jurisdiction.
We primarily use Pentair equipment and Blue Square hardware. Some other equipment may be used upon request.
A pool will increase the value of your home, but it is not a direct transfer of value (a $30,000 pool will not usually increase your home’s value by $30,000). The value of adding a pool should be measured in the years of enjoyment it will bring to your family, in addition to the monetary value and marketability it brings to your property.
A down payment should never be more than 15% with any pool company in Arizona. We generally require a $500 down payment unless scale and/or materials being ordered require a larger down payment.
The pool building payment schedule has been set up and mandated through statutes in the state of Arizona. The payment schedule is in stages and consists of a 25%-25%-25%-25% payment schedule. Payments are due after the completion of excavation, shotcrete, and decking. The final 25% is due once the pool has passed final inspection and is ready for its interior finish.
Yes, you will have a Project Manager dedicated to your pool whom will address your questions and concerns.
Generally, a hot tub (or acrylic spa) tends to be more therapeutic. In-ground spas that connect to your pool have a limitation on the number of jets and seats, and other features, that can be included.
Hot tubs vary in size, shape and jets, and can also be part of a backyard transformation. Some hot tubs can even be installed to fit into the overall environment through the use of walls, rock formations and other integration techniques.
Provided there is enough available space for the body of water and associated equipment, a spa can be added to an existing pool, but it can be quite expensive. We recommend adding the spa at point of sale.
Depending on the type of water feature, some can be added after a pool is built, but it can be expensive. Price will be dependent on necessary construction and plumbing modifications, in addition to the components of the feature itself.
Many people build screen walls to hide equipment or hide it with landscaping, large waterfalls, etc. Pool equipment is strategically placed for functionality, accessibility and aesthetics. The larger the distance between the pool and its equipment, the more costly installation will generally be. A larger distance may also make the equipment a little less efficient.
When used properly, meaning that the heat pump is utilized early enough in the off-season, the pool is covered when not in use, and Arizona does not experience a long period of unusually cold days, some people can enjoy their pools year-round.
Generally, residents of the Phoenix Valley use their pools between mid-April and mid-October. A heat pump can extend swimming from mid-February to December in most cases.
A gas heater uses natural gas or propane to heat the water. It is faster, can heat to hotter temps, and can heat water under a variety of outdoor conditions. However, a gas heater is costly to operate.
Heat pumps are electric, making them much more efficient and economical. However, heat pumps cannot operate during certain circumstances, such as extreme cold, as the heat pump uses the ambient temperature to heat. The heat pump also takes longer to increase the water temperature.
There are several different options for getting shade around your pool. Of course, the most economical solution is smart placement of your pool. Other solutions include umbrellas, pergolas or other shade structures, or shade sails that attach to poles anchored in your yard or your patio and that stretch across areas that need protection from the sun. Shade trees are also an option, but you must consider how much they may litter in your pool and how the root system may eventually interfere with your pool structure. Always check with a landscaper before placing any living plant around your pool.
Each new pool customer gets an orientation from an in-house technicians. Depending upon the complexity of the pool, orientations generally last one hour. Beyond that, our in-house service coordinators are available by phone or contact form to answer any questions. Manuals are also given to homeowners for reference.
Presidential Pools also offers a Pool School on a specific topic one Saturday per month from February through October. Customers can attend classes in-person or online via our live-streaming option.
These days, play pools are the most popular types of pools. We can still construct diving pools, but they are generally more expensive and must follow several guidelines for safety reasons.
For those who are interested in a diving pool, there are now many options beyond an actual diving board, including jump boards and diving rocks built into the surrounding landscape or a waterfall.
There are several different options for getting shade around your pool. Of course, the most economical solution is smart placement of your pool. Other solutions include umbrellas, pergolas or other shade structures, or shade sails that attach to poles anchored in your yard or your patio and that stretch across areas that need protection from the sun. Shade trees are also an option, but you must consider how much they may litter in your pool and the how the root system may eventually interfere with your pool structure. Always check with a landscaper before placing any living plant around your pool.
If you’d like to establish swim lanes, we would suggest tile lane markers. You may also want to consider actual lane dividers or buoys.
If you simply want to swim against a current, we suggest installing swim jets.
There are so many options! Within the pool itself, consider places where people can congregate, such as tables, spas, swim-up bars, or a large shelf step. With lots of kids (or not), you may also want to consider something like a grotto slide with a waterfall cave, which has a bench within it.
Outside of the pool, you’ll want plenty of deck space so that everyone can remain safe. Also, you may want to consider misters to keep everyone cool.
Particular designs can usually be customized to fit your yard. However, size, access, city requirements, H.O.A. requirements (particularly in regards to water features), and utility lines must be assessed before solidifying your design.
Provided there is enough available space for the body of water and associated equipment, a spa can be added to an existing pool, but it can be quite expensive. We suggest adding a spa when building your pool to save on remodel costs in the future.
Many people build screen walls to hide equipment or hide it with landscaping, large waterfalls, etc. Pool equipment is strategically placed for functionality, accessibility and aesthetics. The larger the distance between the pool and its equipment, the more costly installation will generally be. A larger distance may also make the equipment a little less efficient.
During the hotter months, some pools, especially those in the direct sunlight over most of the day, tend to actually get hot. There are a few options that can help cool a pool. Many pools come with an aerator, which is a little spay nozzle on the deck of the pool. Turning the aerator on should cool the pool water down. Other water features such as waterfalls and sheer descents can also be turned on to cool the water. A more expensive, but quite effective solution is to add a heat pump, which has the ability to heat and cool the pool depending on the time of year.
Filters should be cleaned periodically depending on how much dirt enters your pool. For instance, those living in an area with open fields must clean their filters more often than someone surrounded by a golf course.
There is a pressure gauge on top of your filter tank. You should note where the pressure is when you first clean your filters. Once the pressure rises 10 pounds, it is time to clean them again. Make sure to check the pressure gauge at least once a month. During the stormy season, you may have to clean your filters monthly. In winter, you may not have to clean them at all. For the average pool in normal weather, you will likely clean the filters every 3 to 6 months.
You can prime your pump by either using a 5 gallon bucket full of water or by using your hose. Turn the hose on to about half pressure, open your pump basket, insert the hose and let the basket fill for about a minute. Immediately put the lid back on the pump basket and make sure it is firmly tightened.
All of our pumps are self-priming. However, the system may occasionally take on a lot of air for several different reasons (i.e. water lever too low, pump lid not on tight enough). When this is the case, the pump needs a little water to help it re-prime. We suggest filling a five gallon bucket with water, opening the pump basket, pouring the water into the pump basket, and quickly replacing the pump lid. Make sure the lid is snug. Open the air relief valve on the top of your filter tank, and then turn on your pump. As you hear the air start to escape through the filter air relief, the pump is beginning to prime. Once a solid stream of water shoots out of the filter air relief, you may close it. Your pump is now primed. If it loses it’s prime as it is running, make sure you pool is filled up to the correct level (half way up your waterline tile) and that the skimmer door is not stuck in the down position, causing water to be sucked through your skimmer. If your pump still won’t prime or your pump still loses it’s prime, call a qualified service technician. Remember, Presidential Pools has an in-house service team that takes care of every Presidential Pools sold. We are here for the life of your pool.
Your pump basket is located on the end of the motor that runs your pool by your equipment. It is very important to check this basket periodically. If the basket becomes overly full with debris, your pool is unable to circulate water properly and equipment damage is possible. Check the basket more often during the stormy season (when more debris is likely).
The first thing you should do is clean your salt cell. It is also important that your chemicals are balanced. If certain levels are incorrect, such as salt or cyanic acid, It can prevent your salt cell from being able to produce salt. Also, make sure your filters and baskets are free of dirt or debris, which may cause limited flow to the salt cell, preventing it from having enough flow to produce chlorine. If the issue persists, contact our service department.
Until you get to know your pool, we suggest checking monthly for build-up. As you assess the volume of build-up over a few months, you may alter your schedule. We suggest cleaning your salt cell at least every three months regardless of visible build-up.
Each system has sensors to detect the salt level, but the levels vary by system. Please check your manual for proper levels for your specific system. Some systems also have the levels printed on the front of the panel. Regardless of system, chlorine will not be produced by the cell if salt levels that are too high or too low.
Before you put salt into your pool, take a water sample to your local pool store. Sometimes the sensors in the salt systems go out and may indicate that the salt level is low. The sensor may just need to be cleaned or replaced. Since the only way to bring the salt level down in a pool is by pumping it out, make sure salt is actually needed before you add it.
Soak your cell in a bucket of 3 parts water and 1 part acid. Always add acid to the water and never vice versa. When it stops bubbling (may take up to 10 minutes), it is clean. Rinse the cell with a garden hose and replace it.
Your sensor may have sensed that your salt is too high. First, clean your salt cell; the sensor is usually inside the cell. If the sensor is clean, take a sample of your water to your local pool store. If the salt is indeed high, the only way to lower the level is to pump it out. The pool store can rent you a submersible pump and let you know approximately how much water you need to pump out and replace with fresh tap water. If you have a DE or sand filter, you may be able to backwash the water out, provided it is not too high. Remember, your water level cannot go below the skimmer.
There is a flow switch inside the salt cell. When water flows over that switch, it will tell the cell that it is safe to produce chlorine. If there is not enough water going across the flow switch, the sensor is not tripped and you will get a low flow indicator. Anything that will keep your system from having proper flow may cause this to happen. If your baskets are full of leaves, for instance, this keeps a good flow of water from going through the system. Other causes may include a dirty filter or a dirty or clogged salt cell. Before assuming that your flow sensor is bad, make sure you filters, cell, and baskets are all clean and not obstructing the flow.
You may be able to solve this by simply turning your breakers off then back on to reset your system. If this does not work, a service tech will need to be called; this may indicate a bad board or a bad relay/breaker.
The water source for your pool can be turned off if you are having an issue with your automatic water filler, or what we call an AWL. It is attached to a water source (generally, the closest hose bib to the pool). The plumbing off of the hose bib will have levers or gate valves attached. If the levers are running in the same direction as the pipe, the water source is ON. If the levers run crisscross or perpendicular to the pipe, the water source is OFF. Turning the water source off will not affect your pool equipment; this is simply to keep water in your pool as it evaporates, so you do not have to fill the pool manually with your hose.
PLEASE NOTE: If you do turn the water source off, the pool will not automatically fill when the levels get low. Either use your hose to fill or turn the water source back on.
Oh, we’re so glad you asked! Of course, there are many reasons, but to keep it simple:
We build more pools than anyone else in the country. With that scale, our customers enjoy award-winning pool design and construction services, best-in-class pool products and hardware, and an unparalleled team of pool professionals. We believe in caring for our customers even after the sale (i.e. Pool School), warrant our work, and have an in-house service department. Building a pool with Presidential means building a pool with the best. And we are honored to earn the business of each customer.
2021 marks our 30th year of operation.
Presidential Pools & Spas builds well over 1,200 pools a year. This officially makes us the largest pool builder in Arizona by far. More Arizona families trust us with their backyards than anyone else.
We have built over 30,000 pools.
We have been BBB-accredited since 1998, and are proud to have an A+ rating. We maintain our A+ rating through strong reviews and not leaving any reported issue unaddressed.
We have an in-house service department with four coordinators and eight technicians taking care of only Presidential Pools customers. Our customers are always encouraged to contact us for service.
The service manager is an 18-year veteran of the industry. Our certified technicians have over 100 years of combined experience in the industry.
We do not currently offer regular pool maintenance services, but are more than happy to refer you to respected groups. You should always personally interview anyone who will be taking care of your investment, and select the group you trust most.
We work closely with a select group of landscaping companies in the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas.
At our Gilbert corporate office, we have landscapers in our plaza, giving our design consultants the ability to work hand-in-hand with landscapers in designing your project. Some of our design consultants also have a professional background in landscaping.
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Still have questions?
A custom pool design consultant will be happy to go over each step with you. All you have to do is contact us to set up a phone call or time to meet.
A custom pool design consultant will be happy to go over each step with you. All you have to do is contact us to set up a phone call or time to meet.