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This site is for everything related to pools and pool ownership. Don't be afraid to open up discussions to anything related to pool ownership; Safety, Winterization, Renovation, Chemicals, Plumbing…Continue

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Started Dec 17, 2010

Suggestions for Pentair Product Improvements or Developments
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Thought we should start a discussion and suggestions for product improvements and or developments. Here are a few of mine.-On the VS and VF pumps, provide alarm communication system for audible,…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Pentair Product Technician-Ben Jan 31.

How come no one wants to pay for a pool design?
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I am interested to hear from pool owners that have recently purchased or are planning to purchase a pool.The question: Would you be willing to pay a moderate fee to have your pool project designed…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Rick Chafey buildredrock.com Apr 18, 2011.

Decrease Pool Operating Costs up to 75% Instantly Without Spending a Dime!
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There is an often overlooked energy saving option available to everyone, every year. It is also the most simple. As the weather cools, so does pool water. This usually causes a decrease in use and…Continue

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Started this discussion. Last reply by Pentair Product Technician-Ben Oct 4, 2010.

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Michael Gambill replied to Rick Chafey buildredrock.com's discussion 'Suggestions for Pentair Product Improvements or Developments'

@Ben That would be a pricey proposal as you are then asking the homeowner to demo out a new light niche which might not even be possible if the Savi is in a shallow location that a spa size Intellibrite wont fit. …

Jan 31

Michael Gambill replied to Rick Chafey buildredrock.com's discussion 'Suggestions for Pentair Product Improvements or Developments'

Set the Savi units up as "generic". Keep your cheat sheet handy for the lights as they use a "turn off and count the seconds" method of changing modes. The Pentair lights use a "cycle off…

Jan 31

Roberto Awad replied to Rick Chafey buildredrock.com's discussion 'Suggestions for Pentair Product Improvements or Developments'

Thanks. Since it is not made by pentair, what is the best set up for the Savi light? Would it be better to use it just a generic "light", SAM, SAL or any other suggestions?

Jan 31

Scott Bair replied to Rick Chafey buildredrock.com's discussion 'Suggestions for Pentair Product Improvements or Developments'

All three use incompatible sync signals so they won't sync. The only thing I can think of would be to set them to on individual relays and manually set each for the desired color or built in light shows for each using a macro. Scott

Jan 30

Luke Norris replied to Rick Chafey buildredrock.com's discussion 'Suggestions for Pentair Product Improvements or Developments'

The savi light isn't made by Pentair. So not sure if it will work with their controller.

Jan 30

Roberto Awad replied to Rick Chafey buildredrock.com's discussion 'Suggestions for Pentair Product Improvements or Developments'

I just got a new system for my pool. It has Intellibrite, Savi lights and Pentair Magic Stream. I have been playing with the configuration of my Intellitouch to see if I can get it to work in sync with no luck. What is the best way to do so. The…

Jan 30

Mike Osborn replied to Rick Chafey buildredrock.com's discussion 'Did you have a bad experience during the building process?'

For us, the worst part was the time elapsed between signing the contract and actually getting water in our IG pool. We signed the contract on August 22, and didn't have water in the pool until January 3rd or so. Second concern was our PB…

Jan 16

Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'

If the air line gets flooded or has dips in it so that the air cannot get past it, the water will literally become a plug in the line, but I assume when you turn on the blower you get plenty of air coming through the jets no? As well if he did…

Dec 19, 2011

Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'

We are still likely missing something. There is no way 5 jets should not function properly with 2" plumbing. Is the air loop restricted? Do you have a blower?

Dec 18, 2011

Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Paul's discussion 'Transformer size for 12V LED light (part # 601010)'

I am presuming that this is an additional requirement they have made outside of the NEC. It is unfortunate when city's make changes to a solid existing code, usually based on bad information. There is millions of pools with 120V…

Dec 18, 2011

Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'

Did you ever get this resolved?

Dec 17, 2011

Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Paul's discussion 'Transformer size for 12V LED light (part # 601010)'

I am not sure what city you are in, but the NEC is usually the most restrictive when it comes to building codes as well as the IBC, but both of them provide for using 120V pool lights, always have and always likely will. Local jurisdictions…

Dec 17, 2011

Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'

got some info for you, send me an email and I will get you the contact info rickc@buildredrock.com

Nov 9, 2011

Rick Chafey buildredrock.com replied to Jake Gilmer's discussion 'Any plumbers out there?'

I do have my feelers out, but did not get a response yet. I will get back with you asap

Oct 29, 2011

Clayton Equipment room -- Pre Equipment

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Walk-through of our Clayton Falls underground equipment room prior to us installing pool equipment. We will be installing over $50K worth of Pentair equipment and automation over the coming weeks. Stay Tuned

Video posted by Rick Chafey buildredrock.com Oct 24, 2011

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Wow! The water is smooth as glass! Love the house too!!!

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Oct 19, 2011

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Long run to valve Actuators

How far can i run the low voltage feeds to valve actuators?
Do I need to up size my wire? How much for 150' run?
Can more than one valve work off of one feed?

Posted on September 24, 2010 at 6:32am — 2 Comments

Why the Intelliflo is the only pump we use!

We use the Pentair Intelliflo and Intellipro pumps as the minimum standard on every project we build, and have been for years. The amazing thing is that we don't just spec these pumps for any one reason. It is true that some reasons are more compelling or have more significance, but the reality is, using this pump creates the most efficient, long lasting pool plumbing system and the easiest filtered and chemically balanced pool; and that is just the start.

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Posted on September 7, 2010 at 8:30am

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At 9:00am on May 28, 2010, Sharon Wilkes said…: I was impressed by the level of professionalism presented in this first forum, and look forward to more opportunities to gather together.

At 7:04pm on May 27, 2010, David Denize said…: Hi Rick, it was a very good discussion today and I picked up some valuable info. I look forward to future discussions.

At 7:03pm on May 27, 2010, Rod Ogilvie said…: Rick,
Great write up on your project in AQUA as the June Aqua Choice Award.
Good to meet you on the PAC Virtual Meeting
Rod