Why Get Your Own Pool?
Considering getting a swimming pool of your own? It is perfectly understandable for you to be on the fence. There are a number of benefits to having a pool of your own. Listed below are just a few things to help push you towards making the right decision.
A New Reason to Stay Home – Having your own just gives you more reason to stay put. Just imagine, by going through with this project, you will effectively have your own private resort in the comfort of your own home. You no longer have to travel far as the all the creature comforts you can get will be right at your doorstep. This not only saves you from the hassles of traveling, but it also gives you a good reason to invest on this particular luxury.
Making New Friends – As we get older, it gets harder and harder to make new friends. Having your own pool can quickly remedy that situation. It gives you the opportunity to throw events like pool parties and barbecues around the neighborhood. This should give you a chance to meet new people.
Quality Time with the Family – More often than not, families no longer have that tight connection that used to define it. It is hardly surprising though. However, that unfortunate situation was never really our choice. All the circumstances just came together, from our busy work schedules and the kids going to school, opportunities to spend quality time with our loved ones are rarely there.
Having your own pool can fix this situation rather quickly. It gives everyone in the family the reason to be together and enjoy each other’s company. This, after all, is what pools are all about. Your family life will surely encounter a dramatic improvement once that pool has been put in.
Getting in Shape – You may not realize it, but swimming pools actually have a lot more to offer than leisurely activities. In fact, swimming pools can be the ultimate fitness and exercise tool for you. If you didn’t already know, swimming is actually an effective way to burn calories. This is because it stimulates all of the body’s muscle groups. If you do it often enough, you can not only lose a significant amount of weight, but you can also become healthier overall.
Physical Therapy – If you have been injured or are currently undergoing physical therapy, then your swimming pool can be of great help. Regular exercise and swimming will help you get through your ordeal, and be on the right track towards full recovery. Keep in mind that you can also do aquatic gymnastics and water aerobics in the pool. These activities actually come highly recommended by many therapists.
If you are considering having a pool installed in your home, then you should take time and really think about the reason you want one. It shouldn’t be too hard. Just keep in mind that this decision is not to be taken lightly.
Once you have come to a decision, make sure to visit our site. We have a number of different pool options available just for you, including ones with a beautiful marble dusting finish.
Fiberglass pools
As you may have surmised, this particular pool type is usually made from fiberglass-reinforced plastic. The material has been since been molded into the shape of your pool’s basin.
In order to install this type of pool, our professional pool construction crew will have to dig a hole that will perfectly accommodate the basin. They will also be responsible for laying the essential plumbing components as well as put in some sand to act as filler. All of these needs to be done accordingly before the pool’s basin can be lowered into the hole.
After that, the crew will work on the final touches by making sure that the pool is leveled. Once that is done, it is up to you if you want us to install other structures like a deck or a pool patio.
Vinyl-lined in-ground pools
This type of pool is probably the cheapest option that we offer. Just to give you a better idea of what to expect from these pools, you should keep in mind that they will probably require some minor renovation work once you hit the ten-year mark. That’s not bad, all things considered. However, this does not take away from the fact that the other pool types are much more durable than that.
They are installed in a manner similar to the fiberglass pools. Our construction crew will be digging a hole. This is where the pool’s frame wall will be assembled. Our crew will be following the hole’s perimeter as a guide. After that, it is just a matter of actually installing the vinyl lining to the structural wall.
Gunite pools
– Hands down, this is the most popular pool type we have. This is the classic pool type that we are all familiar with. On top of that, Gunite pools are also the toughest and most durable of them all.
In order to put it in, our crew will dig the hole and place the plumbing in before assembling the structural framework grid. To help you better understand the durability of this structure, its frame is made from 3/8-inch steel reinforcing rods secured by wire and placed 10 inches apart. Once the frame has been put in place, it is a just a matter of pouring in the gunite, which is essentially similar to concrete.
Once that mixture has been dried and smoothed out, it is just a matter of putting in the final touches. This is when the crew will install your pool finish with the marble dust.
Design Services
If you still cannot decide which type of pool you want to get, then don’t worry. We have you covered in that regard as well. Our friendly team of designers will walk you through the all the steps.
We provide our customers with a safe and collaborative environment during the process of designing your pool. Our process is specifically designed to help you choose the pool design that best fits your tastes and your needs. In order to do this, we will ask you a number of pertinent questions regarding what you want from your pool. During this stage, our designers will help you visualize your ideal pool down to the last detail.
Choosing the Shape of the Pool – This is the first thing you have to think. Some clients want their pool shape to be simple. Keep in mind that while we offer standard rectangular pools as well as bean-shaped swimming pools, there are also other shapes available to choose from. For instance, you can have your pool built in the shape of an oval or circle. Of course, there are also other clients who chose to make use of more creative patterns for their pool like a star or a pentagon. The choice is yours to make. Just remember that the pool’s shape will have a huge impact on its other aspects later on.
Choosing the Pool Finish Material – As you may already know, there are several types of pool finish available on the market today. We offer you a wide array of choices on that as well. For instance, you may choose from any of our marble dusted finishes. You may also go for something a little bit different like natural stones to create the illusion of a riverbed on your pool.
The Lining of the Pool – Another crucial aesthetic element pool construction is choosing the type of lining for your pool. Remember, this is a vital component of any swimming pool, so make sure that you take a good hard look at our available lining choices.
Color Combination – This is actually closely related to two other components of your pool. In particular, your finish and your lining. Keep in mind that the color choices for these two design elements must go together well. It is necessary that they complement each other and make your pool look cohesive. Be sure to ask our designers for the popular color choices available.
Safety Features – As much as we aim to make our swimming pools as beautiful and unique as possible, it is also our responsibility to put in the necessary safety features. That is why it is crucial that you tell our designers your specific needs in this regard as it would help us do our jobs better.
During the course of the process, we may also request to do a site visit to your home so that we can better figure out how to go about building your new pool. This way, we can also choose the optimal spot for pool construction.