Now I know why we haven’t seen you for awhile. So exciting for you, Angela and the boys.

Years ago my parents got an above grade swimming pool. My dad supervised as all the girls built the base for it to sit on, and the boys built the privacy fence.

Love your project! When we had an above ground pool we used a big dish pan to rinse our feet off before going up the ladder kept the pool cleaner.

Yay!! A pool!!! Best thing ever for the whole family!! And…. just at the right time! Your boys will remember this forever❣️

Absolutely wonderful…think about how far everything has come in a year!

Awesome pool!! As always, very informational! Them boys are growing like weeds in your favorite flower bed!!😆 Have an awesomely blessed weekend.

You guys will love this! We bought a pair of steps that had wide steps to go down In the pool....loved them. I hated the stair steps that came with the pool. We built a deck around ours and enjoyed just sitting out in the late evenings. Enjoy!

Nice pool! When we installed our pool, we ran a water line and installed a faucet next to the ladder, so people could clean their feet before entering. It was a great help in keeping the pool clean. Also, because of county code, we had to put a fence around it for safety.

Good to see you. A pool....wonderful.

Nothing beats the 1st swim after the pools 1st fill up. The water feels soo much cleaner to me

Great set up, get a small tub to dunk your feet in, saves it from getting dirty faster.

You could get some netting and hang it around the sides of the pool and from poles that are higher than the sides of the pool so it catches the toys that come out.

Place a small kiddy pool at the base of your ladder so that people can rinse their feet before getting into the pool

What a great activity for the whole family, especially your boys. When I was young, my dad and one of my sisters hand dug a pool and lined it thick with cement. It wasn't as big or deep but we all loved it. I'm sure you have strick rules for the boys. Have fun.

Sam, good to see you guys again. Great job on the pool. Kids love the water and keeps the family together. Thank you.

My hubby built a pool base around our 24 foot above ground pool many years ago. Our yard had a pretty good slope and I think the back was about 4 feet higher. It took awhile but we enjoyed that pool for many years. He also built a big deck around it. We had 4 kids so it got plenty of use. We covered it in the winter.

😂❤love it now you & Angela need to take a break and enjoy it ..I loved early morning and late nite swimming relaxes you too.

Sounds like the filter is quiet! Yay! I used to drive by a pool like this and it was up about 10 years! Not bad, I'd say. So excited for the boys!

I really enjoyed this episode! Interesting, informative and educational! Sam and Angela, I really enjoy the fact y’all don’t do “click bait” videos. You’re always a good home and Family show. Kudos on the new pool build, yes, the tweaked non squared base of the pool would bug me too, but hey… it’s changeable! Love the Homestead progress, and hope y’all have many enjoyable hours in the new pool!

Oh man I bet it is nice to have that when it’s hot 🥵 out. Them compactors are so cool how they work. Tinker bell 😂. The pea gravel is a good idea.

WOW! You absolutely did this well. I love your thoughts from A-Z. I am so jealous and you will get so much enjoyment out of it. What a great addition to your beautiful homestead.

Nice addition,👌 to your homestead. It's all coming together at your new home, with all your planning, sacrifice, and hard work, which is finally paying off in the long run. "Life is indeed good"!

Great videography again makes everything very easy to understand. Thanks.

I did my 12x24 like this last year two weeks before Memorial Day I put down a good heavyweight geo mesh like gets put down under gravel so it didn’t get pushing into the mud when rains since I used sand to fill in my box I framed But on my frame I made copes so the 4x4 over lapped and used#4 rebar and did 2 foot plus where needed the copes help it lock in better I wish I could have afforded gravel but sand has worked great by its self glad to see some thinks like me though lol

Good evening Sam and Angela , guys ! where HAVE you been ? I thought I had missed out on watching your vlogs , so i looked on your profile and found that you hadnt filmed in a while , and someone else mentioned it to you , I was SO relieved to find you arent offline .

The one touch I would do here is build a shed around the pump and add sound dampening material on the inside. Add some slits for breathability. Thanks for the video.

Sam can you PLEASE 🙏🏼 go over how you keep the pool clean? Like the chemicals/treatments you have to use. I know nothing about that and that’s the only thing keeping me from getting a pool similar to this

Great job Guys!! Much better setup than most would have done!👍

I put an above ground pool in for my young children 20+ years ago. One one the best purchases I ever made. I hope you all enjoy yours as much as we did ours.

Really Wonderful Video. Wonderful JOB!! Y'all must be an Engineer - wants it all perfect. So does my husband - for our above ground pool. Ours is much like yours. Super Great Job ! ! !

I had a similar pool 12x24x48, the only issue I ever had was the corner rusting. I would suggest getting the intex vacuum. I had the pool for 5 yrs and never took it down. I loved it.

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We just set up ours and I also plan to not take it down, what did you do during winter months, did you put on the filtration each day? What worked for you guys to keep it clean?

Great job Mom and Dad! Those boys are living the life! Open country, woods, and swimming hole! All we need is another go cart and a track! 😈

How fun for all of you to cool off on those hot summer days or after working hard and just wanting to take a quick dip. I bet the boys are in heaven and will be swimming like fish sooner than later.......always fun to be in the pool and refreshing and relaxing. Good job guys. Thrilled for your future ideas and I think it is going to be wonderful! Blessings to all and stay safe...........enjoy your hard labors!

You guys are going to make some fun forever memories with that pool

Looks really good. I put a small tote by my ladder so kids can rinse feet off and that helps

As always the job you guys have done is fantastic. Everything you do is way above what most people would do.

What an awesome addition to the homestead! You definitely couldn't have had a pool in NC! The boys look comfortable in the water. Stay safe everyone!

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Why no pool in NC?

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I have one in NC. Why not? HOA?

Awesome so happy for you guys 🥰🙏💕😎 I was in and out of ours all day long today it was great we were over 30°celcius

The way ur deck is in the Sun and Rain on the back door I would put a roof on the deck.. It would be more enjoyable u could use the deck rain or shine!! We put a roof on our deck and screened it in and man we have gotten more use out of it.. No bugs or mosquitoes.. We can sit out at any time of the day or night no bugs flies when u cook out.. We eat out on our deck now.. I promise it will be more enjoyable even if u have to hire it done.. We done ours it's not that hard and the screening it was easy 😊😊

Great addition for summer for the whole family...I would build a fence in front of the hoses, a tad shorter than the pool, with a wide access door that opens outwards for changing the filters...a cover is a good idea too especially if you keep it out during winter and to stop wild life taking a midnight dip...😊👍🇬🇧

I think the pool is fantastic great job👍

When my in-laws put in a pool for our kids my father-in-law put a water filled foot tub at the bottom of the ladder for them to rinse their feet in to help keep the pool clean.Hope you enjoy it as much as we did.

I can't wait for the pond build.

Awesome screed board Mr Sam!! 🤘🇺🇸

Wow, what a nice pool. You guys are really going to enjoy it in this hot weather. Maybe some type of shade covering would be nice. That way, the sun won't be blasting down on you while you're swimming. I think the pea gravel will really look nice. Enjoy!

Love the pool. I had one years ago and the family enjoyed it for years. Removed it after my kids grew up. It was easy to maintain.

Put a basin of water by the pool ladder that everyone rinses their feet in before entering pool.

Hey guy's get you a plastic tub container put water in it and set it by the ladder the kids can rinse their feet off before they get in, it's what I always did, it looks good☺☺

When I had above ground pool I put a kiddies pool at the bottom of the stairs before getting on the deck going around the pool. That kept all the dirt and sand out of the pool. You could put at the bottom of your ladder until you get a deck built. It looks really nice and refreshing.

Sam you and Angela did an amazing job. I have seen a lot of people with above ground pools like that one at none of them have ever gone to the trouble of doing the base the way that you do. It looks beautiful. happy swimming and keeping cool.

So Bigfoot has a Summer hot tub/ bath now. Nice!!!! 😀 Suggest that you put a gate between your existing deck and the pool extension. Just a safety thought for if a younger child visits in the future.

Don't know whether someone else has mentioned this, but if you are worried about the sand base being eroded from the water splashing/going over the top of the pool, suggest you get a bigger tarp that will extend over the edges of the base foundation that way it would allow the water will run off over the tarp that extends beyond the edges of the base foundation and not onto the sand base but run onto the ground around the pool.

More work/fun for Sam. So glad you got the pool.

You will all enjoy that pool so much. Nothing is better than taking a dunk after working for a few hours in the sun. Hopefully the boys already know how to swim.

Looks amazing deck would definitely finish it off x

The pool looks really awesome and I know you all will really enjoy it this summer cause it’s really hot out there.🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙

The one thing I like when you make something or build something is yeah you probably go overboard as far as securing, nailing, making it safe, making it last 250 years. I would rather see that especially as a parent and a mom the over doing it just in case then to have to do it with whatever you can find around the Homestead. You’re gonna have to replace the pool itself 50 times before you’ll ever have to replace that base. Great job. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

The deck idea is good....less accidents. Your a good parents...the kids must love the summer now....hugs

Above ground pools are great for kids. In the sixties my little brother and I got a above ground pool,so much fun! Your kids will never forget getting the pool.

That's a nice pool! The deck will be a great addition to it. I can see how the unsquareness of it to the pad would drive you crazy!

We enjoy your family content. I have a similar umbrella that blowed around in the wind. I tied the 2 corners to the deck with parachute string which keeps it from blowing away.

So glad to see your video up today. I had been missing you and wondered if everything was ok. Now I’m not only relieved to see that you’re fine, but tickled pink to see what you’ve been up to. Your summer just got to be more fun. You all, including the boys, have worked so hard on your new place. Now it’s time for some fun. Don’t you just love flat land!

That is fabulous that you have a pool! You will love it!

I would definitely take it down during the winter. Our pools have lasted longer and not having to deal with the pool getting gross is worth it.

Awesome 😎 pool the boys should get a lot of fun and use in that pool 👊🏻👍😁

Great video, brilliant teamwork mate. I hope it lasts a long time. I live in England and havent had one last for more than 3 years (rust). Our weather has a sense of humour. You're right about the ladders! Enjoy.

You guys do awesome job

One thing I don't understand is that years ago when we had an above ground pool, our township required a high, locking, metal fence around the structure. Now, I see a neighbor has one with nothing around it at all. It's right out in plain sight, so the township can't miss it. At Sam and Angela's place it's remote enough to not be a worry, unless a critter jumps in. 😉

Add an outdoor shower on your deck. Great place to rinse off before getting in and out of pool. We even set out shampoo and a body wash. Yep, been there and done that and loved it!

We had this pool from 2006 - 2023. Replaced it this year for the first time. Spent a lot of money on it in 2006, but could not have been happier with it, and through all of those years, definitely worth it. We took it down some years and quickly realized there was no reason to do so. Exactly as you say, the ladder feels wonky, but we kept both it and the pump (from the old pool for the new pool)... both still going strong. I'm thinking you'll enjoy it for years to come!

Just a tip...keep up with some hornet spray in the pockets the base slides into, they WILL get into it and cause some issues. Hard piping the filter is super easy and SO WORTH IT.

Oh gosh Sam and Angela I think this pool project turned out so cool. that is a fabulous looking pool that seems like your boys are really enjoying it. I know that you mentioned it is not perfectly square on the base, and it is a little off but mostly still looks good. and I am sure that if you did take it down in the winter when setting it back up I am sure you will get it back on there perfectly square. But I really think building your deck out and in front of the pool will be so special and cool looking and that is one video I am really looking forward to seeing. I just love the size of this pool and wish I had the space for one that large but I don't I have a very small yard. Thanks so much for this wonderful video have a beautiful and blessed rest of your weekend, sending love and hugs, bye! 😍🤗👋👋👍🙌💞💕💜

I like the thought of a pool deck... Brilliant idea👏👏👏 🇿🇦

You will get a lot of use and fun with the pool, I did that years ago for my kids even the family dog (Labrador) loved it. I would check with your homeowners insurance to find out if you need a fence they call it a attractive nuisance in case a neighbor wondered into your pool and something happened. Take care guys

We also have purchased a after market stairs..I bought it on Amazon for $325… and it hold 400lbs… it makes it much easier for my disabled mother to exist the pool

You all work very hard. Hope you get to play harder for a while anyway. There is always something to do!

I think it looks great and I know you will enjoy it for some time. I like the idea of the deck as it will give it a better look and like you said make it more stable for adults.

Sam sooo cool you guys put the pool in! Now you guys can relax a bit after all the hard work! One thought I had was on you adding the pea gravel…in time it may shift twards the pool liner especially if you take it down for winter. You may want to put artificial turf around the edge instead? Just a thought…enjoy that pool its well deserved!

Great idea to add a pool. Nice looking one also. Just what you needed for this hot summer this year. Enjoy 😅.

Looks pretty! The deck will look very cool also. Great idea- I bet those boys sleep good after swimming all day! 😂

We had an above ground pool also & loved it. Your family will also. We put a plastic dish tub at the steps going up to the deck for kids especially to rinse their feet before getting in the pool. Saved a lot on sand in the pool. Also Sam you & Angela have beautiful tans going on. Looks great on you both. Loved this video.

potted plants around the base will help asthetics plus take in splashed water. A small foot tub will help wash off soiled feet. This pool looks really nice..have fun

Great addition to your homestead and boys, always remember, NO P in the OOL!

It looks so refreshing. We setting up a pool next spring

Cool beans!! Looks so refreshing 😊 Nice job 👍

Great job on the pool! Only thing I would recommend from my experience is to add pavers under each pool leg. Less sag when the pool fully sets in your base. Good luck and great job!

What a wonderful gift for your family. A pool is great to have fun in and also a great way to get exercise. Your family will have years of memories swimming in their own pool. Kudos 👏👏👏👏

Great additions for your family!

Love your channel! I hadn’t seen you guys for a while and was missing you. The pool is a great addition to your property and so great for the kids. You have built and remodeled everything so nicely - any plans for the outside of your single wide?

Hey Tinkerbell, lol Sam get yourself a shallow polyethylene tray bout 5" tall fill with water by the pool ladder to dip n rinse feet prior to getting in the pool, cuts down debris getting dragged in on soles of feet. Don't take it apart for winter . Just reduce the water level. Drain plumbing or fill pipes with R V Antifreeze

Sam and Angela...put a container with water in it, place by the ladder for dirty feet. Kids just step in, get sand off of feet before getting back in pool. We used to do this!

You guys are full of surprises! Looks so refreshing!

Great job everyone! I love your pool! It’s nice!

Looks good! I’m sure your family is really enjoying it!!

Put a tote with some water in it near ladder the boys can step in to it b4 getting back in the pool to wash off their feet you get less crap in the pool...😊

I had one as a kid growing up (I'm 72). We installed ours, too. It was wonderful. My mother said it as the best thing they bought for us kids. It is excellent exercise for your joints. Your boys are really enjoying it. Wise purchase for family fun and exercise. God bless and stay safe. ❤❤❤❤❤

Enjoy water fun this summer! ☀🏊🤽

Now you just need to build a deck for you and the wifey to go in and out that’ll be awesome great job looks awesome

It all looks good. I’m sure your boys love it.

Great video! Love your humor, too, "Tinkerbell!"😄💙🤽‍♂️😊