Can you put a pool on top of a deck?

You can place a pool on a wooden deck if the construction takes into account several factors. Of course, pools are very heavy. And a lot of water will be splashed, poured and dripped on your wooded deck, potentially weakening it over time.

Can a pool pump be above the pool?

In-ground pool pumps are commonly ‘self-priming’, which means that they can create enough suction to lift water vertically, as much as ten (10) feet in most cases. However, when pumps are more than a few feet above the pool water level, it can become easy to develop pool priming issues.

How much weight can I put on a deck?

In general, most decks can withstand 100 lbs per square foot.

How far does pool pump have to be from pool?

Stay close to the pool Shorter pipe runs = less work for the pump which extends the life of the pump and uses less electricity. Our projects typically average a distance of 20–40 feet from the pool to the equipment, but as stated earlier, much longer runs are sometimes required.

Is it OK to build a deck next to an above ground pool?

The water level for an above ground swimming pool is about six inches below the top rail. Adding a deck over the top rail can now make the water level more than eight inches below the deck. This may be OK for you, but you also may not like being too far from the water. Run the Deck Boards Under the Top Rails

Where does the water go on a pool deck?

Some decks have a single slope in one direction, while others have valleys or multiple slopes for drainage in different directions. There are a number of options for where the water on the deck goes when it drains. The most common ones are:

What’s the best way to drain a pool deck?

Is it OK to splash water on pool deck?

It may seem like the small amount of splashed-out water on a pool deck will just evaporate and dry. In some cases, it might. However, splashing is not the only source of water on a pool deck, and even splashing can overwhelm a poorly-designed patio.

What should I do with excess water on my Pool Deck?

Excess water should drain off of your pool deck into a drain system or area of your landscaping that can absorb it well (areas with pebble and soil underneath are popular). Of course, if the drainage system that is in place is rusting, cracking, or otherwise breaking, it may need replacing.

Where is the best place to put a pool pump?

Even with new variable speed pumps or 2 speed pumps the pump noise can be a nuisance if you’re equipment is too close your pool or any entertaining area around you pool. If possible you also want to avoid installing the pool equipment right outside of a bedroom or any room of the house that is often used.

How long does it take a pool pump to push water back into the pool?

A pump that is oversized will do more harm than good for your swimming pool system. Ideally, your pump should push enough GPM’s to push all of the water through your plumbing and filter and back into the pool within an eight to ten-hour time frame.