Summer Waves Elite 12 Foot x 30 Inch Metal Frame Outdoor Backyard Above Ground Swimming Pool Set with Filter Pump, Type D Cartridge, and Repair Patch

Bought this for my special needs sons cause it’s been super hot here in northern ca. With my daughter whom left for college we needed a distraction. Been eye balling this pool for a while originally wanted the one that was 33” in depth but it was used so decided on the 30” in depth since it was brand new. Ordered it late last week and it arrived yesterday afternoon. They said it would take 2 hrs to put together by yourself it took a lot less with 3 of my sons helping. I had prep my ground already with dirt and sand leveling it out the best I could. Even sprayed weed and lawn killer to prevent growth. I then walked the perimeter making sure now sticks or rocks on the ground for a few days. Lastly laid a tarp down and then a pool pad down to protect the bottom of my pool from growth. Putting the pool together was a breeze. Yes, that last bar was a little tricky but that certain T bar made it easy it’s even easier when you have two other people holding both sides so you can concentrate on that connection point. We filled the pool to the suggested depth and it looks great. My only qualm is I’m short even for a 30 “ depth pool so I do have to buy a short ladder. LolOther then that it’s a great start to this pool. I did hear some people the motor gave out after a month but I also seen people had it for years with no issue. I found a website that sells the motor if mine should stop working and “if” the seller doesn’t honor a defective part replacement. I don’t foresee it being an issue. Great starter pool if you don’t want to commit to something too big!Pic: the one where it shows a blue tarp and black pool pad. It was suggested to get one it’s to protect your small investment from growth and punctures! Walk the perimeter of the area and do use weed and lawn killer to ensure no growth!Level the ground the best you can I used dirt and all purpose sand to do so. Get any sticks that didn’t decompose all the way. Before laying any tarp or pool pad down.

First of all, let me say this is about my sixth pool I’ve had. In the past , my pools have gotten holes after being stored and put away and worn. I usually can patch a patch and it is just fine. This year I was sick of patching my pool after about four years. So I ordered a new smaller one. I like the wicker look on the outside. The pump is a little smaller, and it doesn’t fit my A, or C filters, which is annoying, but whatever. But now, after we got it up, and it’s full, of course there is a hole. So now I have to get in 65° water, to try to cover the hole from the inside so my husband can patch the hole on the outside. so no matter how you think your pool is going to be, it is never going to be perfect. Even straight from the factory, out of a box. There is always a chance of a pinhole. So just keep that in mind. They are very easy to fix, but it is still very annoying.

This is a great little pool! I got it for my husband and me to float and cool off in, in and it’s perfect! With a little landscape and lighting, it makes a beautiful little oasis! I was worried about not getting the ground level, and I’m not saying you shouldn’t try, but ours is about 3 inches off and is doing just fine. However, we don’t have children playing in it either. After levelling the ground, or attempting to 😳, we laid the puzzle-type thick foam mat pieces, that gives a comfortable floor to the pool and we hope will give it protection from rocks, as they seem to grow where I live. I bought tons of chemicals that I thought I would need, but the water has been really easy to keep balanced. I shock it once a week, use algicide once a week and when it requires any other chemical it calls for with my weekly water test. I downloaded the Clorox Pool and spa app, and use strips to dip and test. The app is great, I highly recommend it, and believe that’s why this has been so simple. You don’t need a water test kit, just the strips.I use all Clorox pool and spa products. I also bought a skimmer with a pole attachment, a cheap one will do just fine, a pool this size doesn’t need anything sturdy or expensive. I bought a great little vacuum from Lowe’s that attaches to your garden hose and creates its own suction, and it works great. As it vacuums, it adds water to your pool that it will need when some evaporates on hot summer days. I use it once a week, we don’t have a ton of debris that gets in our pool. I’m surprised and pleased with how sturdy and attractive this pool is and am so happy I purchased it! I’m curious to see how it lasts through the summer and if it’s in good shape for next year, I think it will be!

I completed setting the pool up by myself, which wasn't hard except for the last top pole. But i read the reviews and they all said the last one would be difficult, so I was expecting it. I started filling it with water and after getting about 2" of water in it, I noticed seepage on one side. It appears to be coming from a seam, maybe? No holes or noticeable tears. I contacted the seller & they responded within 12 hours. They offered some suggestions to repair it, which I will attempt to do. But without knowing exactly where the issue is, it may not work. I let them know that and they offered to give me a portion of the cost of the pool as a credit for my inconvenience. They also offered to send a free replacement if I would rather do that. I can't imagine taking it apart and starting all over with a new one, so I opted for the credit.I am disappointed that I have a leak, but am very happy with the customer service. I'm hoping my repair attempt will work. Wish me luck!!

Perfect pool for kiddos and whole family plus excellent customer service . We've had it 3 months now. Havnt had to put any chemicals besides complete tablets in floater, my 2 year old can stand upIn it which I love andHelps her to learn to swim my 11 year old also loves it he actually swims and family of 4 all gets in it. I put it up myself did have issues with that last piece . Pump did quit working however excellent customer service was extremely helpful and shipped replacement immediately. Highly recommend..

Much better than some of its competition on the market and slightly taller than most in its class.Good pump, but protect plug from water, as ours shorted out and we had to replace the plug with one from our old pump.

I was able to set it up myself on a level spot. It took a while, but was worth it. Looking forward to staying cool this summer.

Easy to assemble but not sturdy