What To Consider When Installing A Pool

So you’re thinking about building a pool?

Odds are if you’re reading this you are a homeowner looking to install a pool in your backyard but have no idea what to expect and how to begin.  In our experiences, the more knowledge a prospective client has, the smoother the process goes.  Here’s a few tips to get you started on the right path.

Ask yourself why you want it because if you can’t answer this simple question with a beneficial response, then you can just stop right now.  Are you looking to raise your property value?  Entertain guests during outdoor parties?  Keep an eye on your kids by avoiding having them go to a public pool?  It really doesn’t matter what the answer is, as long as someone or something benefits from it and it brings some sort of value to you, the homeowner.  Really, the only wrong answer is, “Just because I want it.”  

Ask other pool owners what to expect.  You must know somebody who owns a pool but if you don’t, there’s always the internet!  Ask other pool owners what to expect: the costs, benefits, maintenance, physical labor requirements, disadvantages, etc.  If you are fortunate enough to be acquainted with a pool owner, pick their brains as much as you can because they have the insight!

Do some basic research to get an understanding of what you want.  You wouldn’t just buy a car or without looking up different brands, models, prices, and dealerships, so why would you skip this step for a pool?  Do you want an in-ground or above-ground pool?  Do you want a perfect rectangle or smooth curves?  What kind of accessories would you like to surround the pool?  Are you looking for a pool with a liner or concrete?  All of these are important questions to narrow down your search.  An expert from Aqua Pool is also a great source to bounce some questions off of!

Expect to spend many hours of your precious summer time for maintenance.  The upkeep for equipment alone is costly and the amount of time you spend each summer really starts to add up.  Luckily for you, if you can’t spend the time taking care of your pool, Aqua Pool offers affordable services to bear some of the burden.

Consider your insurance options.  Do yourself a favor and get in touch with your insurance provider and see if owning a pool affects your policy.  Odd are that it will, but it’s best to get this out of the way before breaking ground.

Safety is the highest priority especially if you plan on keeping your kids entertained while they aren’t in school.  A lockable perimeter fence is crucial for keeping unwanted guests out and preventing anybody, especially young children, who can’t swim from possibly drowning.  Along with this, you may want to decide if you want a diving board or slide.  While deciding this, think about who will be using it most often and make the decision accordingly.

Installing a new pool should not be taken lightly

This a big step for any homeowner and should be handled with care and precision every step of the way.  If you are considering building a pool in your backyard, please reach out to an expert from Aqua Pool to get started after you’ve done some basic research on your own.  We look forward to hearing from you!