When
creating your ideal backyard retreat, you will want
to build an aquatic attraction that will entertain
family and friends today and for years to come.
Some
people yearn for a tropical rainforest, complete
with exotic plants, waterfalls, overhanging foliage
and other natural elements. Others want wide-open
spaces to handle water games, such as basketball or
volleyball.
Whatever your dream environment may be, think it
through before starting the pool purchasing process.
A
pool represents a significant investment in your
home that you will enjoy and will increase your
property’s value. Hold a family conference and ask
everyone’s suggestions, but keep an eye on the
future. Children grow up and the family’s needs
change.
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The Starting Point
Ask
your pool-owning friends and neighbors about
favorite features. Inquire about what they would do
differently if they were building a new pool. Also,
ask them about what their experiences have been with
maintenance. Listen to their suggestions about items
you can add to your pool that will save you time and
money in the years ahead.
Think
carefully about the shape, size and depth. How you
plan to use the pool dictates these variables.
While
you can add or remove some amenities and features at
a later date, shape, size, depth and spa represent
permanent attributes. Lap swimmers appreciate long,
straight lanes, while quick entry devices
necessitate extra depth.
Family Finances
You
may be able to shave initial building costs by
holding off on a heater or water feature, yet save
money later by planning for these items now and
running the pipes and wires during the construction
phase. Other options must be put in during
construction. For instance, seamlessly hiding the
tracks and storage for an automatic safety cover
requires installation at the time of construction.
Spending up front for automatic pool cover not only
adds to your aquascape’s aesthetics, but that cover
will also save you money on chemicals and cut down
on maintenance.
Think Ahead
If
ease of upkeep is a concern, investigate timesaving
features, such as a chlorine-generating system or an
automatic pool cleaner. Oftentimes, investing a
little more initially results in fewer expenses
later. Walk around your yard and observe the sun
fields. You will likely want to capture as much
sunlight as possible during the months that you will
use the pool. Envision how your yard will drain once
the pool is in. You will want to avoid natural
runoff entering the pool area. If you have a hilly
yard, it may require terracing and the building of a
retaining wall. Have an idea where you want the
pool, but keep an open mind.
Find Your Pool Construction Company
Prepared with a general conception of what you want
to accomplish, you are ready to move to the next
step: selecting a pool construction company– someone
you can completely trust to actually care about your
dream. Ask about the builder’s experience, insurance
and licensing. Request a list of prior customers,
and then call and talk with these customers. Also,
inquire about guarantees. Assess the company's
reputation, years in business and record for solving
problems. Contact the local BBB, or Chamber of
Commerce.
