Above ground pool installation cost

So you are in the market for a new above ground pool and are wanting to know what you are looking at as far as installation cost. In short the typical above ground pool installation is going to be between $75 – $200 dollars depending on the size of the pool and also the type of pool you are purchasing. Hiring a professional is a great idea as you ensure it gets done right and it saves you the headache. If you are on a budget an above ground pool is Ideal and also can be installed by yourself if you decide not to hire a professional.

When you decide where you want your pool to be you need to measure the area and figure out how much of that area you want your pool to take up. If you are going to be installing the pool yourself make sure you pick out a nice flat area for the pool. I would also recommend a good placement to help with privacy. Another quick tip is avoid having your pool installed under a tree as this is going to increase the amount of upkeep you have to perform to keep your pool cleaner. Unless of course you have a high quality pool cleaner.

The pool installer is going to create an indention into the ground in the shape of the pool. He is going to ensure that the area is level then is going to add sand or dirt to ensure a good base for the pool to be installed. In the cleared out area that has been leveled the contractor is going to add another few inches of sand. Then there will be a cushioned pad that will be put on top of the sand. This should be included with your pool kit. You may also be able to get the above ground pool installation cost included in the price of the pool.

After the base has been set up the contractor is then going to start assembling the rest of the pool to include the walls. They also use a special foam to keep the pool liner from getting damaged against the side of the pool. A good way to look at this is as if the pool was a bowl with a rubber lining in it that holds the water. The walls and unit provide stability while the lining actually holds the water.

After all that is done the contractor is going to be adding water to your pool. At this point the liner should be smoothed out and filling up with water. The installer will then hook up the water pump and also pool heater if you opted for a heater. You are also going to need to look at adding your chemicals at this point in the game as well. There are many benefits to having an installer do this task for you but is also doable by most customers.