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A-9 Swimming Pools (Commercial) and B-5 General Swimming Pool Contractor (Residential) (2012-07-31)

A-9 Swimming Pools Scope
Construction, service, and repair of swimming pools and spas, including water and gas service lines from point of service to pool equipment, wiring from pool equipment to first readily accessible disconnect, pool piping, fittings, backflow prevention devices, waste lines, and other integral parts of a swimming pool or spa. Also included is the installation of swimming pool accessories, covers, safety devices, and fencing for protective purposes, if in the original contract.

B-5 General Swimming Pool Contractor Scope
Construction and repair of swimming pools and spas. Installation of fencing around the swimming pool or spa and installation of utilities from the point of service to the pool equipment. Construction of other structures or appurtenances is excluded. This scope includes all B-5R subclassifications. Swimming Pool Covers, Fiberglassing of Swimming Pools, Reservoir lining and Covers, Factory Fabricated Pools and Accessories.

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