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Finally, fiberglass pool costs are coming down. That is true with a lot of fiberglass pool dealers. But the question is: What is really a good deal on a fiberglass pool? As owners of a company that offers the best in fiberglass pools, we have found that we are still installing a good amount of pools, but we have come against some fiberglass pool companies that are pricing fiberglass pools at such low levels that they will not be able to survive. One only needs to look at the car dealerships to see that cutting cost, without cutting anything else will result in financial collapse, and the last time I checked there were no government bailouts for pool companies.
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When purchasing an inground swimming pool, there are some accessories such as heaters, security covers, and automatic vacuums that can be added or changed over time. You do not have that flexibility with an inground pool light. It's a one-shot deal. Let's look at the two most popular products on the market today to find which inground pool light could work better for you.
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Don't blindly wonder if a fiberglass, concrete, or vinyl liner pool is right for you. Our educational ebook does a deep-dive comparison of the 3 types, all while noting the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Patio and Coping | Pool Videos | Retaining Walls, Fence, and Landscaping
If someone is considering the purchase of a swimming pool and their yard is not flat, then there is a good chance they may need a retaining wall. Retaining walls come in many different forms and materials, such as railroad ties, centerblock, brick, landscape blocks, and poured concrete. A retaining wall made of concrete, also known as a turn-down slab, is very cost-effective.
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Fiberglass Pool Information | Installation & Construction
View the following video to see a real application of a party of 50 people with a 16'x38' fiberglass swimming pool.
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When purchasing a hot tub with their pool, customers often debate whether to choose an inground hot tub or an above ground hot tub. Each unit clearly has their own benefits and this article will list the pros and cons to each.
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Fiberglass Pool Information | Fiberglass vs Concrete vs Vinyl Liner | Pool Maintenance
If you have done any research on inground fiberglass pools you have certainly read that one of their primary advantages is low maintenance. If you have gone as far as to speak to an owner of an inground fiberglass pool they probably said something like "...they said it would be low maintenance, but I had no idea how easy the pool would actually be to take care of. "
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Cost and Pricing | Fiberglass Pool Information | Fiberglass vs Concrete vs Vinyl Liner
Just this past week, I got an email from a customer I had quoted a 16x40 fiberglass pool to. This is what it said: "Hello Marc, I just wanted you to know that we've decided to go with a 20x40 concrete pool. The price difference of 10k was just too much to overlook. Thank you for your time."
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Cost and Pricing | Fiberglass Pool Information | Options and Accessories
Fiberglass pools are unique...at least when it comes to waterline tile (also called perimeter tile). With a gunite pool, waterline tile is required to avoid a waterline staining, and tile is certainly not an option with an inground vinyl liner pool. Only inground fiberglass pools give you the choice of going with a waterline tile or leaving the pool shell exposed above the waterline. So the question before the fiberglass pool consumer is: "Do I want fiberglass pool tile?" Here are some FAQ regarding fiberglass pool tile to assist in making a decision.
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Options and Accessories | Pool Videos
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Fiberglass Pool Information | Fiberglass Pool Manufacturers | Installation & Construction
Two of the most prominent fiberglass pool manufacturers in the industry are Viking Pools and Trilogy Pools. Having installed both pools during our many years in business at River Pools, as well as working with pool owners across the country through PoolSchool, I've established opinions regarding the two lines over the years. Each company has their individual pros and cons and so this article will review both companies and see how they stack up against each other.
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