Are you in the market for a new pool? Are you weighing the pros and cons of the different types and styles? Have you considered owning a fiberglass pool? Fiberglass pools are a top competitor in the pool owner game. Check out why!
Reasons to Own a Fiberglass Pool
Fiberglass pools are manufactured in a controlled climate factory and transported to your home in one piece. They range in size and shape up to 16 x 40 feet, with a maximum depth of eight feet. Fiberglass pools can vary in their materials; however, most contain 3 – 4 composite layers. There are many pros to owning a fiberglass pool; we will focus on the top three: quick installation, low maintenance, and lifetime costs.
Quick Installation
Since fiberglass pool shells are manufactured and directly delivered to you, installation only takes about two days. Additionally, installation is not generally delayed due to inclement weather. Not only is the installation quick, but the total construction time is only about two weeks. From the time you decide on the pool you want, it can be in your yard in less than three weeks. That’s quick!
Low Maintenance
If you are looking for an easy-to-maintain pool, look no further. Owning a fiberglass pool is very low maintenance. How does less than 30 minutes a week sound to you for maintaining your pool? Awesome, right? Due to the gel coating, fiberglass pools are resistant to algae growth! Since there are no pores, there is no place for the algae to hide and grow. Also, with fiberglass, you do not need to worry about replacing liners or doing an acid wash every couple of years, like concrete pools. Fiberglass pools free you from rigorous maintenance schedules and allow you to relax and enjoy your pool.
Lifetime Cost
Not only are fiberglass pools low maintenance, but they are also very durable. Many manufacturers offer lifetime warranties. While the upfront cost of a fiberglass pool is more than that of other styles, its lifetime cost is lower.
Upkeep is minimal. You won’t have to replace liners, replaster, or undergo acid washing, etc. This makes the lifetime cost of owning a fiberglass pool less than that of other pool types.
Two other factors that contribute to keeping the lifetime cost low are chemicals and heat. Because there is no algae to worry about, you save money on chemicals. And because of the layers of a fiberglass pool, most retain heat better, saving you money on the cost of keeping your water warm.
