When I meet a homeowner for the first time they usually have a good idea what kind of swimming pool they want. Most of the time it sounds like this, “when I was growing up my parents had a (fill in the blank) pool so that’s what I’m used to”. And that is perfectly ok because if you had vinyl liner pool growing up you at the very least would still like to know about your other options before you buy. The problem is that if you are talking to a fiberglass pool dealer he will most likely try to steer you in the direction of a fiberglass pool and put down the others, and if you are talking to concrete pool builder…You can see where this is going right?
The good news is that because we offer each of the three types of in-ground pools available to you, we are only interested in making sure you get all the information you need to make a good decision. Each type of pool has its pros and cons. Each type of family has its needs and wants. Our goal is to make sure you get the swimming pool that is right for you and your family. So let’s take an unbiased look at the three in-ground swimming pool options that are available to you.
Vinyl Liner Pools
The Good News:
• The least expensive of the three types of pools.
• It can be built in almost any size & shape you can imagine.
• Works well with salt systems.
• Easy to maintain with a smooth surface.
Things To Think About:
• Liner will most likely have to be replaced in 10-15 years at a cost of about $3500.
• Must be careful of having pets in the pool and other sharp objects damaging liner.
• Lack of built-in seating
Fiberglass Pools
The Good News:
• Pre-built at manufacturer, so install is quick, usually about 3 weeks.
• Most models built with steps, seats and walk around safety ledge.
• Works well with salt systems.
• Easy to maintain and extremely low monthly chemical expenses.
• No resurfacing or vinyl liner replacement needed.
• Less expensive than a concrete pool.
Things To Think About:
• Limited styles, sizes & shapes.
• No wider than 16’
• Lack of backyard access could hinder placing of pool shell.
• More expensive than a vinyl liner pool (about $5000).
Concrete Pools
The Good News:
• Like vinyl, it can be built to any size and shape.
• Can be adapted and incorporated into your yards landscape.
• Great features like a tanning ledge, infinity edge & beach entries.
Things To Think About:
• More expensive to build and maintain.
• Longer install time (8-12 weeks).
• More chemical use due to porous surface of concrete.
• Concrete will need to be re-surfaced in about 15-20 years.
As you can see there are a few things to consider when deciding which type of swimming pool to have installed in your back yard. We love building all three types of pools and want to make sure that you not only get the pool you want but also the pool that is right for you.
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Backyard Vision – Wilmington, NC
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