What will it cost to get a pool? This is one of the most frequently asked questions that the swimming pool contractors from Tipton Pools in Knoxville, Tennessee get asked by potential swimming pool owners. Owning a pool isn’t as expensive as it once was, but it is still a hefty investment — in fact, it might be as much of an investment as the purchase of your home.
How can you make certain you get the most swimming pool for your swimming pool dollars? A pool is a major undertaking and an ongoing responsibility and cost to the family budget, but when you consider how much you may spend for a two week family vacation and come home with memories — fantastic memories — but not much tangible reminders, a pool is tangible. A swimming pool is an investment in family fun and makes your home a staycation spot like no other.
A swimming pool is a gift and an investment that keeps on giving — for many months of the year, long after the tan from your vacation has faded!
What will it cost to get a pool?
- To get an understanding on what a pool will cost, ask friends and neighbors what they paid. Keep in mind that every pool, every project, every yard is different so you may pay more or less for yours, but if you have a basic idea on costs, you can be prepared. Your pool contractor is the ultimate go-to source for pricing.
- When you have set the budget for your pool project, add in 10-15% additional to cover any project run-overs or for any accessories you may want to add.
- Set your budget. If you talk with us and we know you have a $20,000 budget it will make it easier for us to work with you to help get the pool of your dreams and still stay within your budget. Don’t forget, though to plan for ongoing upkeep and maintenance of your pool in addition to the repayment of any loan you may need for it.
When you come and meet with us, have your budget in mind. Also, have an idea of what you want to see in your pool — from accessories to the construction material to the kind of landscaping you want around the pool. Keep in mind that you can have your pool constructed, and eventually add to the outdoor living space and poolside landscaping the next summer.