Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Pool Pump Installation
Pool Pump Installation guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Pool Pump Installation? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Pool Pump Installation work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Pool Pump Installation work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Pool Pump Installation labor cost? What are the important Pool Pump Installation quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Pool Pump Installation - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Pool Pump Installation? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Pool Pump Installation expect to pay between $23.15 to $25.36 for each pool pump. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Pool Pump Installation work? | Design approval and/or permits from your local building authority are usually required for Pool Pump Installation. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Pool Pump Installation work begins. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Pool Pump Installation work? | The appearance, performance and serviceable life of the pool pump will depend significantly on the skill and experience of the professional you hire. Make sure you verify the quality of past Pool Pump Installation work before hiring. Tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (use the list below). |
| Is Pool Pump Installation something that I can do myself? | The typical Pool Pump Installation project involves tasks that are best performed by experienced professionals. Good quality Pool Pump Installation requires considerable experience, skill and attention to detail. Do it yourself mistakes are noticeable, may be difficulty to remedy and may actually reduce the market value of the project and your home. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Pool Pump Installation work? | This work can be completed in 1 to 2 days. |
Pool Pump Installation - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Pool Pump Installation. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Pool Pump Installation work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Pool Pump Installation will be approved by owner, before any work begins
- All work must meet or exceed local code requirements
- The pool pump will operate without noise, excessive heat generation or degradation of other circuit components
Pool Pump Installation - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Pool Pump Installation. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the pool pump work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Determine if permit is required for Pool Pump Installation by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written project plan including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; project plan should be included in contract agreement and reviewed before any work begins
- Review and approve detailed layout / plan that shows location, orientation and placement of pool pump, before any work begins
- Select, specify and order pool pump; verify that type, grade, finish, size, color, any options, and quantity are clearly identified in the order; make sure that delivery date, terms and damage provisions are included in the order
- Manage delivery of pool pump; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Review material choices for Pool Pump Installation with the homeowner before work begins - consider toxic exposure, allergic risks and environmental factors; purchase construction materials only after approval
- Obtain a permit for Pool Pump Installation from local building authority; post permit on the jobsite as required
- Carefully remove all manufacturers labels and clean the pool pump surfaces - without scraping, scratching or otherwise damaging the pool pump
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Inspect Pool Pump Installation and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment in exchange for signed lien release; final payment amount should be adjusted for excess material to be returned and tasks not performed; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
