2 Questions to Ask Before Having an Above-Ground Concrete Pool Installed

Posted on: 12 August 2021

After another hot summer with little relief from the heat, you may have decided that it is time for your household to have its own swimming pool. After looking over the various material and style options, you may have decided to opt for an above-ground concrete pool.

Since this type of pool is a permanent structure that needs to be installed by a professional, you may not know quite where to begin with the planning process for the installation. If so, start by asking yourself and the contractor a couple of questions to help you get started.

1. Where Is the Best Place to Install the Pool on Your Property?

One of the first questions you can ask about your upcoming pool installation has to do with the ideal spot on your property for it to be installed. While convenience and design considerations are important, you need to go a couple of steps further when attempting to choose a spot.

Ideally, the pool should be located on a flat piece of land that is slightly elevated. This will help to keep runoff from rainwater flooding the pool.

Also, you will have to make sure that there are no gas or electrical lines running underneath your property, as the installation will require a large hole to be dug. If you are uncertain, you can either request this information from the utility companies or have the pool contractor performing the installation check it for you.

2. Do You Need to Have Any Special Licenses or Permits before the Installation Can Occur?

Another question to ask before your pool arrives and is installed has to do with the legalities of its construction. Since the pool's installation will require a hole to be dug and the concrete will make it a permanent structure, you may need to have a special license or building permit before the installation can occur.

While your contractor should know this information, you may need to be the one to obtain the documentation from the courthouse as the homeowner. Ask them if you need to do this beforehand.

Making sure to ask yourself and the contractor the above questions before the installation of your new pool can help you prevent problems once you want to have it installed. If you have any further questions or need more information about what is required of you, contact a pool contractor near you who offers above-ground concrete pools and installation services to set up an appointment to discuss your needs and concerns.

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