When is the Best Time to Renovate Your Swimming Pool?
When was the last time you checked in on your swimming pool? If it’s been a while, or you can’t remember the last time, it may be time for renovations. Building a pool in the fall comes with several advantages.
Similar to summer, the ground is usually drier, making fall the best time to install an inground pool. The weather is much more predictable, and pool contractors are readily available to undertake your pool project without delays. The only slight concern is that you may have to wait until the following spring or summer to use your pool.
There is no set amount of time after getting a swimming pool installed that is necessarily the “best time” to renovate your pool. However, if it’s been a while since installation, and you’ve noticed that your pool doesn’t run the same way or look as good as when you first got it, it may be time for renovation.
Here are the Reasons to Renovate a Swimming Pool
There is a multitude of reasons to have your pool renovated, but here is a list of some of the most common problems or reasons to call your local swimming pool repair company and get your pool looked at.
It’s Damaged
Obviously, if there is visible damage to your pool, it is definitely time to renovate. Things like cracks or leaks, if untreated over a longer amount of time, can cause major damage to the structure or plumbing system in your pool. It’s best to get these types of repairs done as soon as possible, for the overall health of your swimming pool.
Pool leak repair is a simple renovation, especially if you catch the cracks before they’ve started to cause any major harm to your pool.
You Need Additional Safety
In 2008, the VGB Pool and Spa Safety Act became an enforceable law in order to reduce the number of people injured or even killed in spas or pools due to unsafe conditions. If your pool was installed before then, it may not be compliant with the law and could result in a citation.
Pool safety is very important, and it’s best to renovate your pool to keep up with safety laws to keep those who visit your pool safe and away from harm.
Improving Pool Appearance
For those who purchased their property with the pool already installed, the design of the pool may not have been exactly what you would have chosen. If you want a more aesthetically pleasing pool, consider a renovation. Having a nicer-looking pool can also increase the value of your home, should you be interested in selling it down the line.
There are many options available to you in the way of swimming pool designs, such as shape, depth, material, and much more. Call your local swimming pool repair company to get an idea of what can be done if you want to improve the overall appearance of your pool.
You Can Save Money (And Energy)
If it has been a while since your pool was installed, the electronic components that keep it running are most likely outdated. Pool technology has drastically evolved over the past decade, which has caused the components that run a pool to become much more energy-efficient.
These updated components will also allow your pool to run a lot smoother, in addition to saving you money on your energy bill.
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Developments in Pool Technology
Developments in pool technology over the past decade will not only allow you to save money and energy but will greatly improve the quality of your pool experience. Many new pool components control everything from filtering, lighting, temperature control, and much more. There are even upgrades you can make that can allow you to control your pool’s settings from your phone!
If your pool is getting up there in age, it may be time for a fresh new set of components, that can bring it into the modern age and make your pool day much more relaxing.
Swimming Pool Renovations Can Take Time
The off-season may be the best time to remodel your pool, as the pool is not being heavily used during the colder months. Pool construction projects in particular tend to take longer than anticipated to complete.
Start your project early, and you’ll have plenty of time to accommodate any unintentional delays or issues that may crop up. If you book your contractor in the fall, you’re guaranteed to have your project completed in time for warmer weather! You’ll also have more time for other backyard projects such as landscaping or installing a pool safety fence. You will have weeks to test out the pool and make any desired changes before the outdoor entertaining season begins. So, if your pool fits any of these reasons for renovation, we urge you to consider getting them done. A swimming pool is a perfect place to escape that summer heat, and these renovations will make it that much more enjoyable for your friends and family!