Your In-ground Swimming Pool Construction questions, answered
Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does an inground pool cost near me?
An inground pool costs$25,000 to $100,000 on average, depending on the type, shape, and size. Traditional gunite, or concrete, pools cost $50,000 to $120,000. The additional cost of pool ownership for essential maintenance, increased utilities, and repairs add $2,500 to $5,000 annually.
Building a natural pool costs$50 to $100 per square foot or $50,000 to $150,000 on average. These use natural aquatic plants to filter the water instead of salt or chlorine.
How long does it take to install an inground pool?
Installing an inground pool takes two to eight weeks on average, depending on the type. Installing a vinyl liner pool takes 2 to 3 weeks, while installing a concrete pool takes 6 to 8 weeks.
Does an inground pool increase home value?
An inground pool increases overall home value by 5% to 7%, depending on the type and location. An inground swimming pool provides a 15% to 25% return on investment when selling the home.
How long do inground pools last?
Concrete inground pools last 50+ years but need resurfacing every 10 to 15 years.
Fiberglass pools last 25 to 30 years but may require reapplying the interior gel finish every 10 years.
Vinyl inground pools last 20+ years but requires a new vinyl liner every 6 to 12 years.
Does an inground pool increase property taxes?
Yes, an inground pool increases your property taxes. Inground swimming pools are a permanent home addition that increases your home's value, homeowner's insurance, and property taxes depending on the pool size.
What does a swimming pool contractor do?
Swimming pool contractors follow these steps to build a standard in-ground concrete pool
Initial inspection and planning
Designing
Pulling permits
Land clearing and excavation
Pool plumbing and electrical installation
Building the pool shell
Installing the filtration, lighting, or heating systems
Filling up the pool with water
Pool landscaping and patio construction
Once installed, some pool companies offer ongoing pool cleaning, repairs, and water testing.
How do I choose swimming pool installers near me?
Start by searching our list of pool installers, then compare reviews, costs, and:
Get at least three free estimates to compare.
Ask for recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors.
Select companies that are licensed, insured, and certified.
Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
Ask for a full itemized estimate in writing.
Avoid making large payments upfront. Come up with a payment schedule for work completed.
After asking questions and verifying their credentials, hire the best pool installers in your area.
What questions to ask inground pool companies?
When hiring a pro, ask them the following questions:
Are you licensed and bonded with liability insurance?
Can you provide me a free written estimate?
Can you provide references for past work?
How long have you been in business?
How many similar projects have you completed?
What do your services include?
Are your workers' employees or subcontractors?
What type of pool do you recommend?
What other expenses may arise?
What does your warranty policy include?
Will you obtain the permit if required?
How long will the project take?
What’s your payment schedule?
Do you offer financing?
What do I need to provide to get started?
Reviews for Orange inground pool builders
Recent success stories from people in the Orange area.
Alex N.
I am the owner of a 16 unit apartment complex here in Mission Viejo. We have a pool here ever since we purchased the property in 2008. However, it was never used and gotten quite dilapidated. The tile started to chip away and the flooring was becoming powdery from exposure to the weather.
A friend of ours had used Dreamscapes to build the pool at their home so we gave them a call to see if they could help. They initially came out for the estimate and gave us some great ideas that would bring the recreational area to life. They proposed some cost effective landscaping to accent the pool that gave the place a whole new look. All the tiling was redone, inlets and outlets were replaced, and they even removed the awful diving board.
The project was completed last Friday and our tenants there can't stop giving us compliments. I've never seen so many of our tenants out and about as I did this past weekend. Great Job Dreamscapes, keep up the good work.
Dreamscapes By M.G.R.
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