When you became a
swimming pool owner your pool contractor told you that a quality pool can last
for decades. Along with that though there are a few “buts” and they relate
mainly to whether your pool is properly and continually maintained and
serviced.
On the day when you
decide that your pool needs to be renovated, what will be the tipping point
that helps you make that decision? Here are some items to consider about a pool
renovation:
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Is the liner faded or
ripped
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Is the gunite cracked
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Are there chips or has
the fiberglass faded
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Is the deck in need of
repair or a renovation?
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Does the equipment
need to be upgraded to more energy efficient models
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Has your family
outgrown your current pool
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Is the pool not
aesthetically pleasing?
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Do you want to add a
diving board or a slide or other water accessories or features such as a spa or
rock waterfall
Not all renovations
are “must dos” some can be “want to dos” for aesthetic reasons. For many pool
owners you will find that a pool renovation project is a combination of must to
upgrades and want to do upgrades.
What will a pool renovation project cost?
There is no one size
fits all answer because it depends on what you want to do, what you have to do,
the size of your pool and the extent of the project. There could be minor
changes made that will help you save money in the long run on pool operating costs at the other end of the spectrum if you want a facelift to the pool for
aesthetic reasons you will need to open your wallet wider.
What can it potentially cost you to not
renovate your pool?
If your pool is
structurally unsound, you could be looking at thousands of dollars and perhaps
even a complete shell replacement. If your equipment is faulty and/or old it
could bring a higher upfront price tag to replace, but running inefficient
equipment is costing you more on a monthly basis on your utility bills.
Put together a budget
for your project and then work with your pool contractor to determine what you
can do with the budget you have set aside and work on those items that the
contractor deems most important for the overall pools’ operational health.
