Making the decision to have a pool installed in your yard is not a small one! There are many pros and cons to having a pool, but in the long run, the bottom line is that a well-maintained pool will raise the value of your home.
So if you are willing to commit to the responsibility of having a pool, then congratulations.
Finding a company to install the pool is the next step you are likely to consider.
"Who should build my pool, and how much will they charge me? How do I know if they are doing a good job, and will they guarantee their work?" These are just a few of the questions that are no doubt running through your head.
Take a deep breath-there is no reason to worry! Finding some companies to construct your pool is the easy part.
If you live in a large neighborhood, chances are someone nearby will have a pool, particularly if you live in the southern states.
Glowing recommendations from a neighbor is the best way to find a good local company.
You could also ask local family and friends, and search the yellow pages or the internet.
Be sure that any company you find online is local.
Next, check out the quality and certifications of the pool builders.
As with any other construction company, reliable, quality pool builders must be certified by the state.
They should also be with the Better Business Bureau.
More indications that the company is one that you would wish to use is their willingness to provide you with references.
They should also have a sort of show room, or if the company is very small, at least a large portfolio with photographs of their work.
They should not be shy about showing you documents proving their certification, and should be willing to discuss each step of the pool construction with you in full detail.
The office and employees should be professional and businesslike in appearance and manners.
A quality pool builder will answer all your questions in detail.
They will also not demand 100% or even 50% down prior to starting work; any good company that is proud of their work will not request the majority of payment until the job is completed to your satisfaction.
A company that goes above and beyond by cleaning up your yard post-construction and, better yet, installing complementary landscaping for free of charge is a company that warrants serious consideration.
So if you are willing to commit to the responsibility of having a pool, then congratulations.
Finding a company to install the pool is the next step you are likely to consider.
"Who should build my pool, and how much will they charge me? How do I know if they are doing a good job, and will they guarantee their work?" These are just a few of the questions that are no doubt running through your head.
Take a deep breath-there is no reason to worry! Finding some companies to construct your pool is the easy part.
If you live in a large neighborhood, chances are someone nearby will have a pool, particularly if you live in the southern states.
Glowing recommendations from a neighbor is the best way to find a good local company.
You could also ask local family and friends, and search the yellow pages or the internet.
Be sure that any company you find online is local.
Next, check out the quality and certifications of the pool builders.
As with any other construction company, reliable, quality pool builders must be certified by the state.
They should also be with the Better Business Bureau.
More indications that the company is one that you would wish to use is their willingness to provide you with references.
They should also have a sort of show room, or if the company is very small, at least a large portfolio with photographs of their work.
They should not be shy about showing you documents proving their certification, and should be willing to discuss each step of the pool construction with you in full detail.
The office and employees should be professional and businesslike in appearance and manners.
A quality pool builder will answer all your questions in detail.
They will also not demand 100% or even 50% down prior to starting work; any good company that is proud of their work will not request the majority of payment until the job is completed to your satisfaction.
A company that goes above and beyond by cleaning up your yard post-construction and, better yet, installing complementary landscaping for free of charge is a company that warrants serious consideration.