Thinking of Adding Fiberglass to Your Concrete Pool?

 Concrete pools can encounter a lot of problems as they age. They may experience failing tiles, roughness, and other issues. And, while there are many possible solutions to these problems, an increasingly popular option is to add fiberglass to the pool. This choice may not be right for everyone. But, to determine if it’s right for you, you need to know a few basic facts.  

Cost

Applying fiberglass to a concrete pool can definitely get expensive. Thus, you’ll need to consider your pool’s age, your reasons for applying fiberglass, and your budget to decide if it’s right for you. Generally, costs range from around $1,500 to $5,000 or more. You can get an estimate from a pool professional to determine your approximate costs and to decide whether or not you feel the expense is worthwhile.

Advantages

Despite the cost, there are definitely some advantages to adding fiberglass to your current pool. For one thing, you can greatly increase structural integrity and reduce the risk of cracking. You may also find that your pool becomes smoother, requires less maintenance, and uses fewer chemicals once a fiberglass shell is applied.

Disadvantages

While a concrete to fiberglass conversion can be helpful in many circumstances, it is not without its downfalls. You may discover issues with color deterioration, delamination of the fiberglass, and an increased risk of leakage. However, most of these issues can be remedied or avoided entirely by having a qualified pool professional perform the conversion and future upkeep.

Longevity

If the fiberglass conversion is enacted properly, you should enjoy around ten years of extended life out of your pool. Furthermore, you may be able to  extend this lifespan further by choosing to resurface the pool with fiberglass once more.

Ultimately, adding fiberglass to a concrete pool is a big decision. It can solve some pool problems, but it may create others. The key is to be informed of both the positives and negatives of this choice, to find a pool professional who will be honest with you about them, and who can enact the procedure correctly if you do choose to go ahead with it.