subject: Thinking Of Diving Into A Pool Installation? [print this page] Building a pool is a big job; however it is one that can be taken on with a big helping of "want too"! Seriously, with a little bit of research and knowledge any part of the process can be tackled with confidence. The biggest step that a homeowner can take is to be well versed about some of the issues that might arise or problems that they might be able to prevent ahead of pool installation time. Read on for more about the process and how to make the transition a nice smooth one!
The Not So Obvious Issues
Of course there are always unexpected costs that pop up because there is always something that is unforeseen. There are insurance costs, fencing, and security to keep up wanted visitors out of the pool, lighting, city permits as well as many more. These are all factors that can add up quickly making it difficult to continue on. One of the biggest problems and expenses that should be considered before ever digging the hole is the maintenance expenses that will continue on for as long as the pool is in use. There are chemicals, filters; sanitizers as well as general upkeep to think about, so the moral of the story is do not let these expenses surprise you! The pool installation is not the only costly part of owing that swimming pool!
Planning Issues Before Pool Installation
The size and shape of the yard also needs to be considered, as sometimes a yard looks big enough, but when it comes down to digging the yard begins to shrink. The basic shapes such as rectangle, oval or square are easiest to set up and calculate space needed. A good rule of thumb is to have the same pool side space as the pool area, at least 5 to 8 feet of pool side.
