Buying a new pool is an expensive investment. You don’t just have to pay for the pool, but for the installation of the pool as well. The additional features you may want to add, landscaping around the pool, as well as overall maintenance costs, aren’t things people stop to think about when purchasing a new pool.
Even though you may start your pool buying journey with a budget in mind, if you don’t know what you’re doing, you can end up going way over budget. Remember that installing a new pool is a one-time thing. Once the pool has been installed, changing its location, or changing the structure, or adding and removing certain features will no longer be possible. That’s why you need to be sure about your choices before you purchase the pool. But where do you start?
1) Why do you want to install a new pool?
Not everyone wants to install a pool for the same reasons. Some people use their swimming pool area as a place to hang out with their friends and family, while others use it as a place to relax and be by themselves. Building a pool that is designed for water sports or swimming will be different than a pool that’s meant for socialising and parties.
Since pools of different depths are available now, you may want to consider these as well. If you’re building a pool in a house or area where there are kids, then build a shallow depth pool to keep the environment safe for everyone. But a swimming pool meant for swimming in will usually have a shallow as well as a deep end. First, decide why you want to build a pool, and then select the kind of pool that best matches your requirements.
2) Look at the zoning laws in your area
This is a little piece of information many buyers tend to forget about. Many cities have strict laws and rules pertaining to how you should maintain your pool. There is a liability for bad maintenance as well.
It’s important to know about the zoning laws in your area. That way, you can make an informed decision about the kind of pool you want to install, as well as the surrounding aesthetic.
3) What will it cost to maintain your pool in the long run?
Pool maintenance is the most important part of ensuring longevity when it comes to a swimming pool. Leaves, dirt and debris can gather, and these will have to be manually removed. You will either have to keep cleaning the pool yourself or hire someone to do it regularly.
There are also costs associated with running the filtration and circulation system of the swimming pool. Your monthly budget should include these costs as well.
4) Invest in an enhanced circulation system
Traditional filtration systems work by recycling the water in the upper two layers of the pool. These are taken to the filtration system where they are cleaned, the impurities removed, and the water is then returned to the pool. But this means that the water in the bottom of the pool is unfiltered. This is unhygienic.
Instead, invest in an enhanced swimming pool circulation system that recycles all the water in your pool. This keeps the water in your pool cleaner and provides a healthier swimming experience to you and your loved ones.
5) How do you find the right brand or manufacturer?
If you want to install a swimming pool, then you’ll want to purchase from only the best in the swimming pool market. This will ensure that your pool is durable and provides pleasant experiences for years to come.
The best way to select a brand is by going through online testimonials and reviews. Until you’ve decided on a brand, you can go through their customer reviews on social media and view their gallery. Look carefully through their warranty as well, and see whether they’ve been in business longer than their warranty period on pools.
6) How do you find the right Pool Installation Service?
Purchasing the right pool isn’t enough; you also need to find the right people who can install your pool in your home. Don’t choose a pool installation service before looking through previous customer comments and experiences.
You should also ask to see pools that they have installed recently, and ask them about their business. Ask questions like how long they’ve been in business, what kinds of pools they’ve installed etc. Once you feel you can trust them to install your pool, you can hire them.
7) What can and can’t you leave till later?
You should understand going in to build your pool that you may not be able to install everything you want into the pool right at the beginning. From the pool itself to the surrounding area, it can be expensive to finish designing a swimming pool area.
Thankfully, there are some features that you can leave until later. These include adding decorations, or landscape, or even a waterfall. But a feature that has to be built into the pool, such as a power circulation system, can’t be put off till later.
8) Know about home insurance
If you’re installing a new swimming pool into your home, then it could affect your home insurance and house value. Visit your insurance adviser to learn more about how adding a new swimming pool will affect your insurance. Getting your pool insured is also a good idea.
9) Water features and landscaping
First, decide on the kind of pool you want, and figured out all the technical information you need before you install your pool. Then you can turn your attention to designing the surrounding area. Designing the area around your pool is as important as the pool itself, especially if you want to create a good atmosphere. What kind of chairs do you want to add? What about umbrellas? Plants? A table? A bar ledge? Create a design that matches your style, but remember that you can keep adding these features as and when you can.
10) Fibreglass pool
Now that you have all the information, you still need to decide on the kind of pool. You can choose between concrete, fibreglass, or vinyl-linen pool. Fibreglass pools are the most cost-effective and popular.
