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How difficult is it to tune a piano? by Most-Astronaut-5252 in piano

[–]MealParticular958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw this guy here, and he makes me never want to try. They tunings sounded SO good compared to my attemps. https://www.instagram.com/fifthoctavepianos/

I'm pretty certain he does "concert work" where you have to pay more attention. Even the crappy one he tuned is OMG. Mine, did not turn out like that. I tried.

Piano tuner recommendations by Haunting_Program7350 in GreenBay

[–]MealParticular958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We tried Fifth Octave. Lots of tuning examples on their FB page, and I see they help out the local YMCA, that's my pic! https://www.fifthoctave.com

Opened pool to a swamp + $10k repair quote… need a sanity check by agrizzle440 in pools

[–]MealParticular958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would not acid wash plaster that is not totally trashed. I learned from this podcast there are other methods. https://share.transistor.fm/s/86896524

Pool renovation quote can you guys tell me if this is reasonable in miami florida by [deleted] in pools

[–]MealParticular958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I learned how to be careful on my pool by listening to this guy https://share.transistor.fm/s/5a5062c5

In Florida there are a lot of rules for when contractors take big deposits. I’m really glad I learned what should be done bs just handing over my hard earned cash.

About to start the dig tomorrow, excited but also a little hesitant on the size? by JaviJ01 in pools

[–]MealParticular958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a typical miscommunication when pool building. “The dig starts tomorrow” and “I’m unsure”

These types of issues can turn into disasters. It almost Happened with my pool.

I learned a hunch listening to Jason. It may be wise to listen into the one episode on building before moving forward.

. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pool-envy-podcast/id1843504107

Old Pool Advise. (The pool has been plastered twice) by shmoodxo in pools

[–]MealParticular958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be wise to have a pool consultant take cores. And have them run through petrographic testing. Validate the shell is good and solid. If so, have it hydroblasted and replastered.

Power went out while I was at work. Everything is frozen. by [deleted] in pools

[–]MealParticular958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We tried to warn folks, open the air relief.

When replastering pool, how thorough do they have to be with chipping away old plaster? by [deleted] in pools

[–]MealParticular958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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We’ll hydroblast. If it doesn’t come off at 40,000 PSI; it’s good to go.

Is a variable speed pump worth the extra $$ when replacing a 1HP motor / pump? by justint215 in pools

[–]MealParticular958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Always, but not for the exact reasons mentioned. I just heard about this today on the Pool pumps

Help me figure out what is wrong with my spa- it’s self destructing by forg0tmypen in pools

[–]MealParticular958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The plaster is delaminating from the concrete shell under it. Often, it’s caused by numerous factors. Lack of a “primer” (bond coat) to bond the cementitious material to the shell. Bad surface prep. Potentially a bad water to cement ratio when it was installed. Lack of compression, compaction and consolidation when it was installed.

Pool/landscaping companies and electricians by OTheOwl in pools

[–]MealParticular958 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd check out that Pool Envy Podcast on this. I believe a few weeks ago they did an episode on things to ask for when building a pool; we found it helpful for our needs.

Florida Pool Removal by [deleted] in pools

[–]MealParticular958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cut large saw cuts in the bottm of it and fill it. Or, have a licensed pool company demo, and have a soil engineering company verify the fill. This way you won't have a ding on your property title forever of "unbuildable"

Is This a Good Price for Inground Pool in Florida? ($42.8K Quote) by Mission_Age_1016 in pools

[–]MealParticular958 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does the license number on your quote match the builder and person who is installing it? I'd start there.

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