Pool Questions & Answers

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  • 10 factors to consider before building a pool

    • Know you're zoning laws
    • Decide what kind of pool you want 
    • Look towards longevity
    • Seek out a quality circulation system think about
    • Weigh water features and lighting 
    • Don't forget landscaping 
    • Determine your budget

  • How to build an In-ground pool on a budget

    • Choose a vinyl liner pool vinyl swimming pools are cheaper than fiberglass and concrete
    • Go with a smaller design 
    • Install a pool during the fall season 
    • Keep it basic 
    • Work with a qualified pool contractor
    • Purchase energy efficient equipment

  • Is a pool a tax write off?

    Qualifying taxpayers can deduct 100% of the installation cost the year of the pool is installed and also deduct maintenance operating and cleaning costs for the years to come.

  • How to finance a pool in California

    • Cash out refinance 
    • FHA rehab loan 
    • Home equity loan home equity line of credit HELOC 
    • Personal home improvement loan

  • What is the most popular pool size?

    16 x 32' rectangle with an 8 foot deep end 15' x 30' is the average in California

  • Is a rectangular pool cheaper than a Freeform?

    The cost of Freeform pools will roughly be the same as a rectangular pool within $5000

  • Do you have to drain an inground pool every year?

    On an average of pool should be drained and refilled once every 3 to 5 years unless there's an emergency

  • How much value does a pool add to a house in California?

    About 10%

  • It's a pool permit required to build a pool in California?

    It is. Pool permits are required for all pools that will hold at least 3000 gallons or more water

  • How long does it take to get a pool permit in California?

    Between two and 12 weeks

  • How far does a pool have to be from the house in California?

    10 feet

  • What is the most expensive part of building a pool?

    Excavation and landscaping