5 Reasons DIY Swimming Pools Could Be a Mistake

DIY Swimming Pools – Why Not?
5 Reasons to Leave Work to the Pros

Swimming pools add luxury to any property. Whether you own a townhouse or an entire apartment complex, you’ll definitely want to consider having a pool to boost its curb appeal and value, not to mention give tenants and household members a fun way to stay healthy or keep fit.

Having a pool offers plenty of advantages. The activity can serve as an excellent exercise venue to keep your heart pumping and maintain the health of your lungs. It also aids in weight management and even fosters better sleep.

But if you have a limited budget or only want to explore your options, you’re probably thinking of trying to build the pool yourself. While it may look like building DIY swimming pools has great potential, there are five crucial reasons why you should leave the task to professional swimming pool builders instead:

1.  DIY Swimming Pools Take Time

Before you begin planning DIY swimming pools, you must first think about how much you value your time. You see, building your own backyard pool can take weeks – maybe even months, if you’re inexperienced – to accomplish. Without the proper materials, tools, skills, and time to dedicate to such a project, you might find it a lot more difficult to build your pool than you initially imagined.

With professional pool builders, you can start enjoying the benefits of a swimming pool within a reasonable period. Rather than spending your days digging and doing the dirty work for your pool, you can use this time to pick out tanning chairs and other poolside accessories.

2.  Quality of Materials

As mentioned earlier, the materials used are crucial in the quality of the swimming pool. With pool builders, you’ll get access to top-notch materials specifically used in pool installations.

Thanks to their experience and expertise, expert pool builders can choose a supplier that can provide cost-effective and high-quality materials. Ultimately, this can ensure your pool will last longer.

Additionally, professional builders are in a better position to identify the best material to use in specific situations.  DIY-ers, on the other hand, may not have any DIY swimming pool projects under their belt.

3.  Experience and Expertise

Experience and expertise have been mentioned repeatedly in the first two items on this list and for good a reason. These two qualities of professional pool builders are what make them better suited for the job.

You see, if you’ve tried building custom DIY swimming pools, you will realize how easily you can mess it up. Without the skills, know how and experience required, you will be walking on a slippery slope, so to speak, in building a custom pool on your own.

Builders use their experience to make the necessary processes in pool work go smoothly. Over the years, they’ve accumulated industry knowledge and secrets to ensuring the quality of their output every single time.

In short, if you hire experienced professionals, you can eliminate the trial-and-error and sleep soundly at night, knowing that the pool built on your property will not be messed up. If you’re uncertain about a company’s capability in pulling this off, you can always ask to see their portfolio or talk to past clients for feedback.

4.  Cost-Efficiency

Another key consideration in your pool project is cost-efficiency.

Take note that spending less is not the same as spending wisely.

With DIY swimming pools, you can choose cheap materials and do the work yourself to save money. But when it comes to the quality of output, you shouldn’t be surprised if the structure deteriorates faster before you can enjoy it to the fullest.

With builders, you can still save money without sacrificing quality. Since they will be working closely with you, you’ll get a say on how much money will be spent on the project.

During this process, pro pool builders can provide options that are suitable for your specific needs and budget, without risking the safety of those who will use the pool. They will also offer recommendations on materials and pool designs to help you make the most out of the pool within the amount you’re willing to allocate for the project.

Plus, their extensive experience in the business often comes with a wide network of suppliers. This will allow them to acquire materials at a lower cost compared to when you go out and buy these on your own.

5.  Permits and Licenses

Unlike minor home updates, DIY swimming pool projects are covered by certain regulations in local building codes. If you plan to build your own pool, you may need to check all the rules, regulations, and requirements your local government imposes on such projects.

Most of the time, this can be overwhelming. A single mistake and you’re back to square one. The entire process can be time-consuming, too.
With reputable contractors, you don’t need to worry about the nitty-gritty details and paperwork. As licensed contractors, they can handle all the necessary permits and inspections to make sure that all swimming pools are  built in compliance with codes and standards, saving you from any potential legal issues in the future.

Ensure Safety and Quality

Swimming pools provide plenty of perks not only to your home’s market value and curb appeal but also to your own health and wellness. Whether you want a lounge pool or a lap pool, be sure to stick to professionally made pools to ensure safety and quality.

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AUTHOR BIO

Rachel Hennessey manages the Pools and Landscaping Division of Hennessey LLC.
She also works on Tender and Pre-Qualification and brings in new business to the company’s Construction, Interiors and Civils Division.

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