How Fiberglass Pools Save Homeowners Time and Money
What do you want from a swimming pool? If you’re like most homeowners, you’re looking for a new set of fun family activities, a reason to gather friends at your home, or possibly a way to get a break from the hot summer weather. What you don’t want is a set of bills and responsibilities.
To put this another way, you buy a pool because you want the advantages, not because you don’t have other things to spend your time or money on. You’re willing to put up with the costs and inconveniences because they enable you to enjoy something that enhances your life and health.
Now imagine that you could keep the good parts about having a swimming pool and deal with fewer of the negatives (i.e., use less of your time and money to get one). If that sounds like a good deal to you, then you’ll understand why we stay so busy installing fiberglass pools throughout Northeastern Massachusetts.
Installing an in-ground swimming pool is a great way to get more enjoyment from your home while increasing its value. Opting for a fiberglass swimming pool can help you enjoy it even more. In today’s post I want to explain why. So without any more delay, let’s look at how fiberglass pools save homeowners time and money.
Breaking Down the Math Behind Fiberglass Pool Costs
Although this is a post about saving money with fiberglass pools, it’s worth starting with a basic truth: You’ll generally pay around 20% more for a fiberglass pool than you would a concrete pool. That’s especially true if you are using high-end, quality materials from a trusted manufacturer.
Obviously, this would seem to be an argument against fiberglass swimming pools. It’s important to remember, however, that the installation price of your pool isn’t the same as its eventual cost. Concrete pools require a lot of maintenance. You have to wash them, add chemicals, refinish them, and keep lots of pumps and filters working at all times. It’s also possible that you’ll need to make changes to the foundation when the materials are first poured or that cracking will occur later.
With a fiberglass pool these expenses largely disappear. Because they are made from high-tech composites and completed with coatings intended to fight corrosion, they can handle different types of water with a lot less treatment. That means you can save thousands of dollars on water treatment, maintenance, and electricity every year after your pool is first installed.
It only takes a few seasons to come out ahead by purchasing and installing a fiberglass pool. Most of the homeowners we work with would rather spend a little more upfront to enjoy bigger savings later. That’s especially true when you consider the total cost of a bigger patio renovation project (more on this in a moment).
Finding the Real Savings in a Fiberglass Pool
Gaining the ability to save money over the long run is a good enough reason to invest in a fiberglass pool on its own. After all, lots of homeowners spend a bit of money to install solar panels and lower their energy bills going forward. The initial expense is justified by the lower costs in the long run.
For a lot of the people we work with, though, the cost savings are just the start. That’s because fiberglass pools require less maintenance, last a lot longer (ours come with a lifetime guarantee), and end up being much easier to maintain.
For example, because a fiberglass pool will be coated in gel, it doesn’t need to be treated with solid forms of chlorine. That means you don’t have to buy so many expensive materials or have someone come out to clean and balance the water so often. And, as I’ve already mentioned, you won’t need to worry so much about ongoing repairs or replacement.
Being able to spend time enjoying your pool – rather than spending days and dollars on upkeep – can feel more significant than lowering your costs. That’s especially true in the summer months when you might want to relax and enjoy some time with your family and friends.
Making Your Pool Part of Your Patio Renovation
When you think about your plans and lifestyle in a bigger-picture sense, it’s not necessarily which type of pool you choose that’s important but rather how that swimming pool fits in with your budget and lifestyle. You want all the pieces to work together in a way that feels cohesive and natural.
Bringing your dreams to life gets easier when you choose the right materials. Because fiberglass pools are manufactured at modern factories and then assembled on your property, the installation process can move faster than you might expect. While concrete pools take months to excavate and fill in, it’s not unusual for an experienced fiberglass pool installer to complete their work in just a couple of weeks.
Additionally, because a fiberglass pool requires very little in the way of treatment and maintenance, it can be easier to work other elements like decks, stairs, lighting, and slides into place. It’s easier to think of the long term when you can build quickly while knowing you won’t have to replace your pool for the lifetime of your home.
Think of your new patio as a complete setting, not just a set of ingredients. Then imagine your fiberglass pool installation as part of a larger patio redesign project. Once you take that perspective, it makes sense to budget a little more for the right materials upfront so you can enjoy the savings and convenience you want later.
Want to Price a Fiberglass Pool for Your Property?
If you live near the Saugus, Massachusetts, area and want to meet with the region’s fiberglass pool installer, then you owe it to yourself to meet with our team. During your initial design consultation, we can answer any questions you might have, show you our portfolio for inspiration, and even provide you with a no-obligation quote for your patio renovation.
Contact us today to schedule your free, at-home meeting. Whether you hire us or not, you’ll get some great ideas for turning your backyard into your own personal vacation oasis.