Thinking about calling up a Houston pool builder and turning your dream of having a backyard oasis into a reality?
Start with these 6 considerations.
Above-Ground or In-Ground?
Above-ground pools are the way to go if you want a pool installed quickly and on a budget. You can typically get one installed in a few days with the help of a professional builder. They’re also easier and faster to remove if that ever becomes an item; on top of that, above-ground pools also minimize the risk of pets and small children accidentally falling in.
In-ground pools are more expensive and take longer to plan and install, but they also usually improve the value of a property. On top of that, in-ground pools usually offer superior aesthetics when compared to above-ground pools.
Size and Shape
Once you determine what sort of pool you want to install, you will need to determine a size and shape. How big you want your pool to be and where it will be installed in the yard, along with whether you want a templated shape or something customized will also have to be considered.
Pool Heaters and Lights
If you live somewhere that’s hot all year-round, a pool heater might not be a necessity, but anywhere that gets temperate weather should have a pool heater installed. This will protect against freezes and also make the pool accessible throughout more of the year.
Lights are also something to consider in the design of the pool. You don’t absolutely need them, but they make using the pool a lot more enjoyable at night and can improve the overall aesthetics of the yard, too.
Automation
Automated features make it easier for you to administer pool chemicals, keep the pool at a certain temperature, and streamline overall maintenance. Some pool builders may be able to help you develop an automation plan for your project.
Circulation and Filtration
All pools need some level of filtration but just how capable that filtration is becomes a matter for the experts to determine. There are also other supplements to pumps and filters, like rock waterfalls for pools, can increase circulation and aeration, improve the distribution of chemicals in the water, and vastly improve aesthetic value, too.
Landscaping
Finally, though it is not an attribute of the pool itself, the landscaping around the pool will have a profound impact on the overall spirit of the setting.
Including landscaping features, like cultivated beds, palm trees and other ornamentals, boulders, and other unique aspects, can significantly improve the look and feel of the place – as well as add to the equity you’ll gain from the project should you ever sell the house.
Getting Started with a Houston Pool-Builder
Interested in taking your dream from a vision to a reality? Get started working with Ocean Blue Pools, a Houston pool builder with almost 30 years of experience helping customers in Texas transform their homes with custom pools. Visit their website to learn more about their capabilities or get in touch with them directly at 281-858-8000.
