A swimming pool is a major addition to a home and can add countless years of enjoyment to your property. When considering a swimming pool installation, it is important account for all of the factors that affect the cost. While installing some options at the time of construction could make the project more affordable, there are other items that can be added later on without incurring too much extra expense.
Based on 950 HomeAdvisor customer responses, the average pool install costed $20,524. This includes both above and in-ground pools. Obviously in-ground will be on the higher end of the range of what most homeowners spend - between $9,156 and $32,194.
Pool Size
As you can imagine, the single largest cost factor in any pool installation is its size. The larger the pool, the higher the costs. Not only is the cost of installation more, so are the operational costs. In the end, it's the size of your pool comes down to how much pool your yard will allow and how much pool you think is enough (or want to pay for).Hire a Professional Pool Builder
Above or In-Ground?
You can save considerably on the cost of a pool if you install an above ground pool rather than an in-ground pool. The excavation aspect of pool installation is a large percentage of the cost and the types of materials needed to build an in-ground pool are more expensive too. However, an above ground pool certainly does not add the same value to your home as an in-ground variety as many people consider above-ground pools aesthetically unappealing.Pool Materials
Do you want a cement pool, tiled pool, or vinyl-lined pool? Different materials have different costs. Solid concrete pool is more expensive, it will last longer than a vinyl-lined pool. And while you might love the look of porcelain tiles, you may not want to incur the expense - especially when a liner that is formed to look like tile will give you the same aesthetic. There are as many price points as there are types of pool materials, so it is important to talk to your installation professional about which is best for you. But keep in mind that if there is a look that you love that you think you cannot afford, you may be able to recreate that look with a less expensive materialsHeating and Filtration.
How you heat, clean, filter and maintain your pool is an additional cost to consider. Although you can find low-priced heating and filtration systems, remember that your pool's heating and filtration systems will be working around the clock. This may not be an area in which you want to skimp! If you cut corners here it may lead to costly repairs or more maintenance down the line.Pool Extras
Do you want a diving board? A kiddie pool? How about a whirlpool attached to the main pool? A forced current system is great if you're looking for an intense swimming workout. Do you feel you need cement benches surrounding your pool, or a covered deck adjacent to it? All these extras can add a lot of cost to your pool installation. The good thing is that most of them can be added after the pool is installed. Just be sure to tell your pool pro what extras you're considering so they can let you know what makes sense to install now and what makes sense to install laterContact a Pool Professional
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I AM LOOKING INTO HAVING A IN GROUND POOL BUILT IN MY BACKYARD; IT WOULD BE SMALL IN SIZE AND INTENDED AS A REFRESH AND RELAXATION POOL. THE POOL WOULD BE SELF CLEANING AND HAVE A HEATER AVAILABLE (DEPENDS ON COST). I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE POOL DECK ALONGSIDE FOR LOUNGE CHAIRS AND TABLES. PALM TREES SURROUNDING POOL AREA.
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I was hoping to have some websites listed after I went through this exercise, but only a few names and email addresses. I need to visually see their work and know more about them before I email anyone. not interested in this service, but thanks.
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I have used home adviser before, when I lived in CT and found it to be very helpful.. I am hoping to have the same positive results with my searches in SC.
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I have a budget of 50K for a standard swimming pool and a Spa and still cannot get a decent quote for it , they start at 60K. Your costs are very innacurate.
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Information for swimming pool:Low cost $200/ High cost$50000/--------very helpful!!!!!!
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I live in the High desert and what is the best type of pool for my backyard where we have extreme Heat in summer and extreme cold in Winter. Cement , Tilled , or Vinyl? Thanks for your help.
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im really looking forward to the guys coming out and sizing up my yard and giving me the exact estimate. I dont think it will bee too big but atleast I wont have a pop up.I figure if i bought this home I should just try to do this right the first time.
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I just wonder how much is cost to built a 20' X 40' in ground rectangle pool? Texas 76134 zip area. Thanks
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Cost of above ground pool around deck oval shape 15x26 approx.
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Above ground pool around deck off by sliding doors oval 15x25 something like that Ihave a small yard
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Looking to get a low-cost concrete or fiberglass pool more on the small side 3 to 5 feet with stairs, a bench, heater, filtration and a paver patio. Eventually would want to screen the pool in.
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We just want a small pool 10 x14
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I am looking for a reputable company to build an In-ground concrete pool, approximately ~ 14-15 x 28-30 feet, not exactly rectangular but with some shape to it, with an "attached" spa with a cascade, would prefer a heating system.
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We have stone on our property. So even with the above ground pool it was very costly to level off and remove 6-10 inches. We have 3 piles of huge rocks. I mean 20ft high X 15-20ft wide. We had electric brought underground from the house to the pool. It never ends. It was 18 X 44, and was destroyed by a neighbor with two shots from his riffle. We now need a quote to replace:-(
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I am curious on cost of inground gunite pool with diving board, lights in pool, with steps built inside pool, and filtration system.
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I'm looking to get a lap pool 5 feet deep approx 10x23 feet wit heat pump and cleaning accesories !!
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i am looking for a price for a semi or recessed pool could someone help me
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i would like a price on a semi or recessed pool could someone help me
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I have an inground pool that is now a hole in the ground I'm thinking of getting a semi inground howev er I would lIke a huge semi inground. I think the replacement for an inground is just to exspensive.
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First time pool builder, want something small and cost effective, using as refreshed and relaxing. Want flat surface around pool for chairs to lounge. Will want screening now or later to keep pool clean.
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Very good, I will defiantly use it again
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Great This web give more information about price
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I wanna bild a pool!
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Looking to find out how much it would cost to have someone install a small pool kit I am considering purchasing.
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