Swimming Pool Contractor
When hiring a swimming pool contractor, it’s important to ensure they offer the services and expertise you need for your specific pool project. Swimming pool contractors can assist with a range of services, from design and construction to ongoing maintenance. Below are the typical services offered by professional pool contractors, along with considerations for choosing the right one:
Pool Design and Planning
Custom Pool Design: Contractors often offer custom pool design services, where they work with you to create a pool that fits your needs, space, and budget. They help you choose the shape, size, materials, and special features such as waterfalls, slides, or spas.
3D Renderings: Many contractors now provide 3D design renderings or virtual walkthroughs of your future pool, so you can visualize the space before construction begins.
Site Evaluation: A pool contractor will assess your land to determine the best placement for your pool, taking into account factors like sun exposure, terrain, accessibility, and proximity to utilities.
Pool Construction
Excavation and Site Preparation: The contractor is responsible for clearing the area, excavating the ground, and ensuring the pool site is level and properly prepared for construction.
Pool Shell Installation:
Concrete Pools: Building and pouring the concrete shell, including framing with rebar and applying gunite or shotcrete.
Fiberglass Pools: Installing pre-formed fiberglass pool shells.
Vinyl Pools: Assembling pool walls and installing the vinyl liner.
Plumbing and Electrical Systems: Installation of all necessary plumbing for filtration, drainage, and water circulation. This includes pipes for the skimmer, drains, and return jets. Electrical work includes wiring for pool lights, pumps, heaters, and any additional features.
Pool Finishes: Depending on the pool type, the contractor will apply the final interior finish—such as plaster, tile, or fiberglass coating.
Pool Equipment Installation
Filtration System: Contractors will install the pool’s filtration system, including pumps, filters, and skimmers, which are essential for maintaining water cleanliness and circulation.
Heating Systems: If you want to extend your swimming season, contractors can install a pool heater (gas, electric, solar, or heat pump), as well as connecting it to the pool’s plumbing system.
Automation Systems: Smart pool automation systems allow you to control pumps, lights, water temperature, and other features via a smartphone app or remote control.
Pool Decking and Landscaping
Deck Construction: Contractors will install the pool’s filtration system, including pumps, filters, and skimmers, which are essential for maintaining water cleanliness and circulation.Most pool contractors also handle the construction of pool decks or patios, using materials like concrete, pavers, stone, or wood. They can design a space that complements the style of your pool and provides safe, non-slip surfaces.
Landscaping: Many contractors offer landscaping services around the pool area, including planting trees, shrubs, and creating garden spaces. Some also provide hardscaping services like outdoor kitchens, fire pits, or seating areas.
Fencing and Safety Features: Installing pool fencing or gates to meet safety codes (especially if you have young children) is another service pool contractors often provide. They may also install pool covers or alarms for added safety.
