Understanding the pool building process is key to know where you want to spend your money, what upgrades or downgrades are right for you, and why pools cost what they cost. Know what kind of pool system you want. Haven provides an automated system at entry level pricing giving you the upgrades and benefits of an automated system right from the start. If you’re trying to really cut down on costs, or don’t care for an automated system downgrading could save you money on the labor side of things. However it’s Haven’s goal to give you the best possible pool for your buck. If you’re talking to another pool builder make sure you know exactly what kind of a system they plan on giving you before moving forward with them.