The swimming pool is the place you cool off during a hot day. When designing the pool there are two types of pools that you can go with: above-ground and in-ground pool.
Above ground pool
An above-ground pool is made from different materials including: steel, resin and aluminum. The pool is loved by many homeowners due to the benefits that it comes with. Some of the benefits include:
Easy to assemble and install: since it comes as pre-made kits, it’s easy to assemble and install it. You can hire a few people or ask a few of your handy neighbors to help you out. You can place the pool on different surfaces including: grass, dirt, gravel, sand and concrete.
Movable: since you place it on the ground, it’s easy to disassemble it and put it on your track. Should you decide to move, it’s easy to move with it. You can also give it to a friend or sell it.
Affordable: this is probably the most attractive features of the pool. Since you don’t have to dig a hole, it’s affordable to install the pool.
Variety: they come in different sizes, shapes, colors and decking choices. You should agree with your pool contractor on the best design that looks great on your property.
Lower maintenance costs: since debris enters only from overhead, you have minimal debris. This means that you spend less on chlorine and pool maintenance.
In-ground pool
An in-ground pool is constructed in a hole. There are three types of these pools that you can go with: fiberglass, vinyl liner and concrete. You need to agree with your pool design contractor on the type that is ideal for you depending on your budget and design of your property.
In-ground pools come with many benefits such as:
Durability: since they are underground, they have minimal disturbance. Due to this, they last for a long time.
Shock absorbent: engineers have shown that underground structures are affected less by earth tremors and earthquakes. If you live in earthquake prone areas, go for fiberglass or concrete swimming pools. The two have the ability of bending thus not destroyed by earthquakes.
Conclusion
The choice between an in-ground and above-ground pool depends on the appeal that you want to create. Work with an experienced pool masonry contractor and you will design a pool that not only improves the look of your house, but also becomes the family asset for decades.