rmnyi Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 Hey guys, I have a Vogue Impact pool and a tree fell on my pool causing the wall to buckle. The liner appears to be intact, no leaks. The top ledge did crack and will need to be replaced but is still holding quite well. Can the wall be straightened or does it need to be replaced. I've attached a couple of pics. Thank you for taking the time to read my post and sharing your advice! Bob http://www2.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/Al...D_NAME=snapfish This link does not require a login: http://www.kodakgallery.com/ShareLanding.a...;localeid=en_US Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pathfinder Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 Ouch, since it is at the top portion it can be straightened but it may become extremely weak & collapse again since you will have force from the liner pulling down on that section. Usually a wall like that is unfortunately sent to recycling. Was it your tree or a neighbours tree??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmnyi Posted May 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 The builder's tree. House next door was still under construction. I also believe that the ground surrounding the tree was weakened by well drilling equipment. The well was dug only a week before this happened and located approx 25ft from the tree. We had a pretty intense ice storm and the tree had a good coating of ice on it. Combine that with some wind and that's all it took. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pool Clown Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 Anyway to view the pics without becoming a member? All I can see is the first pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmnyi Posted May 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 Here's another link for the pics. This link does not require a login. http://www.kodakgallery.com/ShareLanding.a...;localeid=en_US Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pathfinder Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 If its not your tree than the the other party needs to pony up for a new wall since it damaged your property. After looking at the new set of pics, The wall is toast there is now way to get the integrity back with those kinds of folds & creases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmnyi Posted May 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2009 If its not your tree than the the other party needs to pony up for a new wall since it damaged your property. After looking at the new set of pics, The wall is toast there is now way to get the integrity back with those kinds of folds & creases. Thanks for the feedback Pathfinder. I'll move forward with replacing the wall. I'll probably have to put in a claim with my home owners because the builder's stance is that this was an act of nature. I can't see spending money pursuing legal action but I may try calling the builder and see if he'll chip in. Can anyone give me a ballpark price what this type of repair should cost? The pool is 24ft round and the wall height is 52" (Vogue Impact) Thanks again Pathfinder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pathfinder Posted May 13, 2009 Report Share Posted May 13, 2009 Call Vogue/ wilbar directly & see what they can do for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted May 13, 2009 Report Share Posted May 13, 2009 If its not your tree than the the other party needs to pony up for a new wall since it damaged your property. After looking at the new set of pics, The wall is toast there is now way to get the integrity back with those kinds of folds & creases. Thanks for the feedback Pathfinder. I'll move forward with replacing the wall. I'll probably have to put in a claim with my home owners because the builder's stance is that this was an act of nature. I can't see spending money pursuing legal action but I may try calling the builder and see if he'll chip in. Can anyone give me a ballpark price what this type of repair should cost? The pool is 24ft round and the wall height is 52" (Vogue Impact) Thanks again Pathfinder. I'd just pound it out and so be it. I don't think there would ever be a problem as it's not that big a dent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pathfinder Posted May 13, 2009 Report Share Posted May 13, 2009 I'd just pound it out and so be it. I don't think there would ever be a problem as it's not that big a dent. It wouldnt be an issue if it was a straight dent but its folded & creased with a ledge & one point has 4 different creases. When pool walls get bent like that the integrity in that area is gone & will buckle again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMW_Rider Posted May 14, 2009 Report Share Posted May 14, 2009 Personally I would not be so fast to make a claim with my home owners insurance. Insurers lately have been very quick to drop people with even one claim. Not knowing the laws in your area, if you were to go to small claims court pro se and get any kind of settlement, the builder would not be able to close on the house with a lean against it. It would certainly be to the builder's better interest to do the right thing here. Just my humble observance. The builder's tree. House next door was still under construction. I also believe that the ground surrounding the tree was weakened by well drilling equipment. The well was dug only a week before this happened and located approx 25ft from the tree. We had a pretty intense ice storm and the tree had a good coating of ice on it. Combine that with some wind and that's all it took. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmnyi Posted May 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2009 Personally I would not be so fast to make a claim with my home owners insurance. Insurers lately have been very quick to drop people with even one claim. Not knowing the laws in your area, if you were to go to small claims court pro se and get any kind of settlement, the builder would not be able to close on the house with a lean against it. It would certainly be to the builder's better interest to do the right thing here. Just my humble observance. You're not the first person to warn me about the insurance claim, my insurance rep said the same thing. He seemed to be more concerned about my rates going up. I need to get an estimate from my pool guy but when he stopped by I wasn't home and he took a quick look and didn't see all the damage. I also tried calling Vogue but was on hold for a while and couldn't wait, I'll try again tomorrow. This is getting crazy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmnyi Posted May 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 Quick update... Getting the wall fixed in a couple of days. I'll post some picks of the repaired wall. Thanks again for the feedback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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