3 Reasons to Consider a Fiberglass Pool

If you’re in the market for a swimming pool, prepare to be inundated with possibilities. These days, all kinds of pools exist. However, if you want a simple option that has more benefits than drawbacks,  consider a fiberglass pool. Why these pools over the others? There are many reasons, but here are three of the big ones.   

Reason #1: They’re Beautiful

When you buy a pool, you want something you can enjoy. But, you also want something that’s going to add beauty and, ideally, value to your property, not something that’s going to be an eyesore. And, luckily for you, fiberglass pools are far from that.

These pools can be incredibly beautiful and, even better yet, customizable. While fiberglass pools were once bland and basic, with only a few options to choose from, now the possibilities are limitless. Choose from various:

·        Gelcoat colors

·        Shapes

·        Wall colors and designs

·        Tile colors and designs

·        Water features

·        Lighting options

By being selective and working with a qualified pool professional, you can create a gorgeous swimming pool that will be just as enjoyable to look at as it will be to swim in!

Reason #2: They’re Not a Hassle to Install

Installing a pool can take a really long time. Plus, it can be a messy process, turning your backyard into a disaster area until the project is complete. However, fiberglass pools are the exception.

For one thing, they’re manufactured in a factory, not in your yard, which significantly cuts down on mess and inconvenience. Plus, the pool shell can be installed in just a few days in most cases, not weeks or months.

If you want to swim as soon as possible and without a lot of hassle in the process, a fiberglass pool is for you.

Reason #3: The Steps are Included

Finally, you’ll be glad to know that fiberglass pools come with pre-installed steps. Thus, you don’t have to go out and find the right pool steps or worry about how you’ll enter and exit the pool.

Furthermore, other great features can be pre-installed as well. Choose a pool shell with a tanning ledge, seating, or just about anything else you desire.

As you can see, fiberglass pools are a great choice. Thus, as you continue in your quest to find the perfect pool, give this option the consideration it deserves.

Should Fiberglass Pools be Perfectly Level?

When you’re installing a fiberglass swimming pool, it’s normal and wise to have plenty of questions. After all, you want to ensure your pool turns out just as perfectly as you imagined it.   

A common concern people have, for example, is whether or not their pools need to be perfectly level. The answer to this question is no. In fact, very few pools are exactly level. Pardon the pun, but, It’s just too hard of a “level” to reach given the many factors involved in pool installation. With that said, though, your pool should be within the industry standards for levelness.

The One Inch Rule

So, what are the industry standards? They state that a pool can be as much as 1 inch out of level. However, the very best pool installers will typically only go a little bit out of a level, with no more than half an inch being common with quality installers.

A lot of factors determine just how level your pool can be. But, if you are concerned, talk with your installer about the levelness you can expect and whether or not it could cause any potential issues with your pool.

How Pool Molds Affect Levelness

While good pool installers can work miracles with just about any fiberglass pool, keep in mind that the pool mold you choose does matter, as does the manufacturer. Unfortunately, some molds and manufacturers are more prone to sending pools that are already out of level before they’re even installed.

Work carefully with your pool contractor to choose a quality pool that’s not likely to arrive out of level. This should help to avoid any severe leveling issues and set you up for a better experience from the start.

The Bottom Line

The good news is that pools that are out of level are not typically problematic, unless they are very out of level or unless the shift from level to unlevel occurs suddenly and forcefully. As such, do your best to choose a pool and a contractor that will level your pool properly, but don’t stress too much over this factor.