You’ve finally decided to get your dream pool. Before you call your Philadelphia pool installation contractor, there are a few things to consider–and a few questions to ask yourself first.
Ten Questions to Consider Before Investing in a Pool
- Is a pool right for you? This may seem obvious, but a pool is a major investment: it takes time and money to install. Make sure it’s something that your whole family wants (especially your spouse or partner.) Call Coronado’s Pools and Plaster to get quotes on cost, installation time, etc.
- What do you want in a pool? What’s most important: aesthetics, family entertainment, relaxation, water features, or easy maintenance? Create a lookbook and a wish list to take to your Philadelphia pool design company.
- What type of pool do you want? Do some research into different pool materials before calling for estimates. Most Philadelphia pool installers have their favorite; with research you can find unbiased information about different pool materials.
- Do you have any safety concerns? Do you have very young children? Family/friends who are older, or have disability issues? In all of those cases, you’ll want to account for safety and accessibility in your pool design.
- Are you willing to do the maintenance? All pools require upkeep: cleaning, monitoring chlorine levels, etc. Determine if you are able and willing to do the work yourself, or if you’ll want to hire a pool guy.
- What’s your budget? Check out financing before you call your Philadelphia pool contractor. They’ll let you know the cost of what you want–you might have to revise plans based on their assessment.
- What are your long-term costs? Brainstorm a list of monthly and yearly costs for the lifetime of your pool: equipment upkeep, maintenance, water, chemicals, accessories, etc. Don’t forget to include the lifetime/warranty of your pool’s finish and insurance costs.
- What are your local building codes and permit requirements? Your pool installation company in Philadelphia will probably know what’s required to build a pool to code, but it’s a good idea to know this yourself so you can ensure work goes forward properly.
- How will a pool affect your home’s value? If most of the places in your neighborhood have pools, adding one to your home could help if you want to sell; but adding a pool, especially where there aren’t many in the neighborhood could make it more difficult to sell your home.
- What’s most important in your Philadelphia pool installation and maintenance company? Do you prioritize quality of workmanship, or the lowest price?
While you may be tempted to go with the lowest offered estimate, you’ll get what you pay for. A quality installation performed by an experienced Philadelphia pool company will not just save you headaches later: a truly exceptional company like Coronado’s Pools and Plaster, with its 25-year record of excellent service, can transform a renovation into a dream come true. Check out our Facebook page for video tours of our latest work, and contact us today to make your dream pool a reality.
