Start with what is already there
Walk through the property with the pool project in mind. Note existing walls, changes in level, paths, neighboring structures and the way workers would reach the work area. Bring any drawings or reports you already have rather than assuming an existing wall is suitable for a new layout.
Tell CPR Pools whether you want to keep the current pool position, change the surrounding deck or build a new pool. Those are different discussions, even when the finished photograph you like looks similar.
- What pool and wall work has previously been done at the property?
- Are any existing plans, surveys or engineering reports available?
- Which changes in level, access points or nearby structures should be considered?
Separate the appearance from the site design
A wall can be part of the appearance you want, but its design should be assessed for the actual site and proposed work. Do not choose a retaining-wall solution solely from a photograph or a list of materials.
Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety lists different plan-review and permit processes, including grading. Discuss the responsible authority and required design work for your address, including any retaining-wall questions; a generic article cannot determine those requirements.
Connect the wall, pool and hardscape scope
CPR Pools offers new pool construction, remodeling and related hardscape and masonry. At the estimate, discuss which wall, deck and pool elements belong together and which parts of the existing site are to remain.
Before agreeing to the work, compare the proposal with that discussion. Identify the included design work, selected materials, site access, removal and cleanup responsibilities. Keep changes to the agreed plan in the project documentation.
- Which existing structures stay, and which are included in the proposed work?
- Who is responsible for the site design and permit discussions?
- Does the written scope describe the wall and pool work together?