Sod Removal

     Using a square shovel, all vegetation must be removed from the ground allotted for an above ground pool installation. One could even rent a sod cutter for a few hours to cut all the vegetation in a few minutes. Some areas in the US require up to 6 inches of clear area all around the pool. Thus, the local codes must be checked.

     Site Leveling

     After sod removal, the next step is leveling the installation site. Uneven ground cannot be fixed after above ground pool installation and water addition. Moreover, an uneven surface will give the pool a lopsided appearance, which is why this step is a crucial one. Instead of filling the low spots, it’s advisable to dig out the high spots. Flat patio stones are to be installed at each upright location as per the instructions. These patio stones must be leveled to the ground as well as to each other. Tamp and level the ground with a minimum 2 inches of masonry sand or clean soft sand. The site drainage should also be taken into consideration.

     Pool Wall Assembly

     The next significant step is to level and round the walls of the swimming pool. While leveling the walls assembly, it is important to check and make sure it is perfectly square if the pool is oval or perfectly round if it is a circular shaped pool. This is to make sure that the pool liner fits properly and the pool posts don’t lean in or out in a conspicuous manner.

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