Pre-purchase Advice
Why Above Ground?
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Pre-purchase advice
Maintenance
Spring cleaning
Preparing for winter
Safety
Before jumping into a major purchase, we recommend that you carefully plan your approach to pool ownership. Here are some things to consider before making your final decision.
- Preferences
What are your priorities when it comes to a pool? Consider the following questions:- Is the look of the pool more important, or the size?
- Do you have a preference in terms of construction materials?
- What do you see yourself doing with your pool? Relaxing in the back yard? Playing with the kids? Getting some healthy exercise?
- Will your pool get used every day? Weekends only?
- How many people will use the pool? Just you and your spouse? A large family?
- Site
Measure where you plan to install your pool to figure out what size pool you want. Don't forget to allow for a possible deck and landscaping.If the ground in your future pool area is sloped, consider a smaller structure to minimize necessary site preparation work.
- Budget
How much money do you have to spend on your pool? Remember to set some money aside for chemicals, additional accessories, decking, landscaping, etc.Above ground pools can meet all kinds of budgets:
- Steel pools are generally the least expensive, but deliver lots of quality for your dollar
- Resin pools cost slightly more, but are generally considered a bit more attractive
- Wood pools often cost more than their counterparts, but deliver style and refinement like no other type.