Your Semi-Inground Pool Installers questions, answered
Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does a semi-inground pool cost?
A semi-inground pool costs$7,000 to $25,000 with installation on average. Material prices are $2,000 to $15,000 for the pool and retaining wall system, while labor prices are $2,000 to $10,000.
Semi-inground pools are ideal for sloped yards and smaller budgets but are not as customizable or long-lasting as traditional inground pools.
What is a semi-inground pool?
A semi-inground pool is made by either:
Partially burying an above ground pool
Partially raising an inground pool
Semi-inground pools are popular in homes with sloped yards and take less time and money to install than fully inground pools.
How deep are semi-inground pools buried?
Installers typically bury semi-inground pools about 2 to 3 feet into the ground for an average total depth of 3 to 8 feet. Some semi-inground pools have a shallow and deep end, whereas others have one single depth across the bottom of the pool.
Are semi-inground pools worth it?
Semi-inground pools are worth it if you want the style and appeal of an inground pool but the affordability of an above ground pool. Semi-inground pools typically cost less for excavation and installation than inground pools. If you choose to remove a semi-inground pool later on, you’ll spend less to fill in the space.
How long does it take to install a semi-inground pool?
Installing a semi-inground pool takes 2 days to 5 weeks to excavate, place the pool, and add a retaining wall or enhancements. The project will end up taking longer if you have significant obstacles to remove or decide to build a deck or fence around the pool at the same time.
How long do semi-inground pools last?
Semi-inground pools last 7 to 15 years when made with quality above ground pool materials that have durable walls. If you decide to use inground pool materials to build your semi-inground pool, it could last up to 75 years.
How to I choose a semi-inground pool installer?
Follow these guidelines when looking for semi-inground pool installers near you:
Compare 3+ estimates from experienced companies.
Look for members of the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals (APSP).
Read their reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
Beware of the lowest quotes, which may indicate low-quality work.
Get a written contract and warranty before any work begins.
Don't make the final payment until the project is done.
What questions should I ask semi-inground pool installers?
Ask these questions to help you choose a quality installer:
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
How many years of experience do you have building semi-inground pools?
Can I see pictures of recent pools you’ve built?
How long will the installation take?
How can I prepare my yard before you start?
How much will a semi-inground pool cost to maintain?
Do you offer a maintenance plan?
What does your warranty cover?
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