Here is the note I got back from Mr. Brucksch regarding responsibility for damage to irrigation pipes and damage to my lawn:

Wednesday, May 22, 2002 9:13 AM

>===== Original Message From BBrucksch@mdpools.com =====
>Mrs. West -- The gravel will be removed from the area it has been placed by
>the decking contractor when they come out to form the deck -- the seed
>straw and sod is your responsibility -- the irrigation lines are another
>item that will be your responsibility -- I am sorry for the inconveniences
>we have caused and hope that all is fine from this point forward --
>thanks
 

And my response to him:

Mr. Brucksch,
I don't find that at all satisfactory. You are saying you will not be responsible for the damage already incurred, which means your attitude is that you 'hope' all else goes fine? And if it doesn't? I again am to be responsible for whatever you tear up in my yard? I don't think so. We will see how things are left, but be advised I intend to pursue either Maryland Pools or the plumber individually for the cost of the irrigation damage, and also for the excessive damage to my lawn.

Becky West