FAQs on Swimming Pool Construction

What is the process of swimming pool construction?

There are three types of in ground pools- concrete, fiberglass and vinyl liner.

1.       Concrete Pool Construction- Concrete pools are also known as gunite pools. This type of pool is constructed from scratch at the job site by using plaster, concrete, and steel. After the excavation, steel rebar is tied in place as a part of initial steps. After this, the concrete mix is poured into the excavation to form a shell. Once, it sets tile, and coping work is done. Plastering is the last step of this pool's construction process.

2.       Fiberglass Pool Construction- This type of pool is built in two phases- manufacturing and installation. It is crafted off-site and is then shipped to the installation site as a single unit. Before the unit can fit, the site is excavated and is layered with a base material. Then, the unit is lowered with a crane or machine to sit in place of the evacuation. After the leveling of the pool, the outside of it is treated with a special material to enhance its durability. The last step includes filling the pool with water.

 

3.       Vinyl Liner Pool Construction- The construction process of this type of pool uses a special type of thin material known as a pliable liner which is as thick as the thickness of ten sheets of paper bound together. The pool water is held in a structure which is constructed using metal side walls and cemented floor. 

How Long Does it Take to Construct a Swimming Pool?

1.       Fiberglass Pool- It usually costs three to six weeks to construct a fiberglass pool. Installation of pool base of fiberglass pools is quick, and the pool is full of water within the few days of the start of construction work.

2.       Concrete Pool- On an average, it takes two to five months to construct a concrete pool. It takes longer to build these types of pools because their fabrication takes place completely at the site

3.       Vinyl Liner Pool- The installation process of these pools is relatively quick.

What are Common Swimming Pool Construction Problems?

There are two types of common problems associated with swimming pools:

·         Leakage- Pool fittings which include skimmer or return jets usually suffer water leakage problems. This problem is not specific to any pool and can occur in all types; however, there are some standard ways to prevent these depending on the type of the pool.

·         Structural- If the wall panels in vinyl liner pools are not secured with a concrete footing, then the walls can shift or move. There are also potential chances of pool breakage in case of concrete pools and fiberglass pools if they are improperly installed.

Swimming Pool Construction in San Antonio

For pool construction in San Antonio connect with the experts of Keith Zars Pools, San Antonio. They are experienced professionals working in this sector for many years.