Find out everything you need to know about residential swimming pools, including the various types, the installation procedure, and the costs (for both indoor and outdoor pools).
During the hottest part of the summer, when a heat-wave is occurring, the notion of having a swimming pool in your backyard may sound appealing. However, as you’re likely aware, purchasing an indoor or outdoor swimming pool is a substantial financial commitment.
Not only do they take up a substantial quantity of space, but their installation and heating costs are also quite high. In addition, the maintenance and restoration of a substandard pool may be a source of frustration and will render it unusable for a substantial portion of the year.
What Type of Swimming Pool Is Suitable for a Private Backyard?
There are primarily four classifications of swimming pools: indoor, outdoor, in-ground, and above-ground. The decision between these two alternatives will have substantial effects on the required design, the installation, and the in ground pool cost.
Compared to Above Ground, Below Ground
Above-ground pools are less permanent and easier for subsequent proprietors to remove. In-ground pools, on the other hand, necessitate more invasive design and implementation processes than their above-ground counterparts. They may take into account the cost of dismantling an in-ground pool, which could reduce the property’s value. However, this is highly dependent on the pool in question, as modern construction methods can mitigate a substantial portion of the hazards.
How Much Does It Cost to Install a Pool in Your Backyard?
According to an expert in the field of energy, an above-ground pool will have lower installation costs than an in-ground pool due to the reduced amount of excavation required. Expect to pay approximately £6,000 for a smaller pool measuring approximately 4 by 2.5 feet. Therefore, if you were on the more parsimonious end of the spectrum, you might be able to construct a pool with a counter-current pump and an insulated safety cover for around £9,000.
If hiring a professional to install in-ground options, you must factor in the costs of excavation, soil removal, building materials such as concrete and blockwork, and any specialised labour such as screeding.
A specialised in-ground liner package that is professionally installed can be purchased for a starting price of $25,000, and a mosaic tiled concrete pool can be purchased for an approximate starting price of $45,000.
Natural swimming pools should be priced per square metre, as the price decreases with pool size. This ranges from $300 to $600 per square metre.
Depending on the pool purchased, indoor pool prices can range from approximately £60,000 to £150,000 for the complete bundle (which may include an environmental control system or air handling appliance such as a dehumidifier). When planning for an indoor pool, you have to also account for the cost of the structure, which is comparable to that of an addition. Characteristic costs range from £1,000 per square metre and up, depending on the grade of finishes and specifications.
Sliding dome covers offer people with a smaller budget the best of both worlds by providing an indoor pool that can be converted into an outdoor pool, similar to how a convertible car can be driven on the road.
