RHINO POOLS

In order to make the dream of a gorgeous new pool a reality, it pays to explore your options. Some considerations when budgeting for a fiberglass pool include:

• The size and shape of the pool

• Fiberglass pool add-ons, such as coping, railing, retaining walls, steps and water features

• Landscaping work to prepare your backyard for fiberglass pool installation

• Installation time, which can be influenced by things like geographic location and the layout of your landscape

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Learn More About Installation Cost Factors

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Backyard Requirements 

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If a builder hits rock while digging for a pool, this can increase the cost, or in some cases, you may need to change the location of your pool. Is your backyard sloped or mostly flat? If your property is on a hill, you may need to have a landscaper reshape the area or build a retaining wall to prevent your pool from sliding in the ground. The wall will also help to keep dirt and debris from sliding

into the pool. Discussing these and pool planning can save you time in the long run and mitigate hidden costs.

Did you know that there needs to be a certain amount of space between your pool and your property? Most cities, towns and townships also require pool owners to add additional safety features, such as a fence to prevent people from using your pool without supervision, as well as an alarm system. To understand the specifics of fence height and other safety features, your best bet is to check with your Home Owner’s Authority before you start the pool planning process. Also, make sure to determine the type of material you’re permitted to use in your area so you can make these decisions before deciding on any coping, railing or decking material.

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Personal Preference & Features 

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Custom Fiberglass Pool Water Features: Beyond the basics like steps and railings that allow for easy entry into your pool, do you want to add water features like a fountain or bubbler? If so, you may need to run an additional water line in your backyard.

LED Lighting: If you plan to use your pool at night or want to turn your backyard into the ultimate nighttime hotspot, you may want to include some pool LED lights. If you plan to install lights, you may need an additional power source or you’ll have to determine with an electrician how this will work with your current setup.

Custom Coping and Decking: The standard options may add an additional cost to your starting price, but there are also some other options you may want to consider like cantilevered coping that extends around the perimeter of your pool. You want to make sure your pool and decking design fits into the overall aesthetic you want to create in your backyard, but make sure you understand how this can affect the price of your fiberglass pool.

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Electrical Needs

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Pools require electricity for the following functions:

• A pool pump and filter

• Pool heater (if you want to heat your pool without solar panels)

• Hot tub or spillover spa

• Salt water chlorinator (optional)

• Automatic safety cover (optional)

Before you get too deep in the pool-planning process, contact an electrician to help you determine if your current electrical service is adequate to support these new systems. Some pool builders run the plumbing over to the house, while some builders use the existing electrical system.

The location of your electrical panel is also a consideration. Some builders like to have it close by so it’s accessible for the pool. This may mean you need to install a subpanel near the pool. A licensed electrician can help you determine the safest, most cost-effective solution to power your pool and all its systems.

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