Of course, every would-be pool owner dreams of swimming in his/her new pool as early as possible (while his/her side yard must be a building site for the shortest time possible). So, the question is: how long do you need to build a pool?

Your pool constructor is the right person to respond to that question. Nevertheless, they also have an excuse to suppress some of the problems that can slow down a project (particularly if you haven’t recruited them yet). In addition, you may not even be at the stage of communicating with the builders yet. However, you need to understand what to expect.

The simple answer (how long do you need to build a pool)

The time required to install a pool, from digging to finalization, depends on different factors. But the most important of them is the variety of pool. Below are some common guidelines:

Fiberglass pools- 14 days or less

Probably, some of you have heard rumors that a pool can be set up in 24 hours. This applies to a fiberglass pool. Due to a prefab shell delivered right to your doorstep, such pool can be installed quite fast in certain circumstances. But still, the 24-hour thing is an advertising trick– of course, a real will take a bit longer.

Vinyl pools- 14-35 days

This type of pools can be built in a variety of ways, but usually, they’re not so laborious than concrete models. Actually, using prefabricated elements or pool kits, they can be installed quite quickly.

Concrete pools- 28-42 days

Such pools take a lot of time to build, mostly since everything must be done on the spot. The additional labor, as well the need to manage lots of trade contractors, increases the installation time. Moreover, after applying the concrete, it needs to “cure” for about 4 weeks. In the meantime, you will not be able to do the rest of the work.

However, those are just approximate figures. We have heard of lots of pool projects that (unfortunately) go beyond these ranges.

Reasons why it can take more time

Pool projects can take quite a long time for different reasons. Some problems become obvious at the time of planning. Others manifest up as unpleasant surprises after the beginning of excavation. Below is a list of the most widespread factors, which extend a project:

Authorizations
Before starting the installation process, you’ll have to obtain all necessary pool permits. This is a long process that can take from several weeks to several months, based on the kind of pool and the building codes in your region.

Dimensions and functions
The forgoing assessment is for “traditional” inground pools. Clearly, if you’re considering something unusual or extraordinary, it could take longer to obtain materials and finish the job.

Schedules of contractor and subcontractor
First of all, you need to find out the pool contractor’s schedule, which is based on the season and occupation. Nevertheless, the project also hinges on the availability of subcontractors, who may have lots of other projects scheduled.

Weather
Rough weather can push back pool contractors for days. Moreover, there’s a domino effect, where construction workers and contractors lag behind schedule on one project, which leads to setbacks in the next one.

The website
Perhaps you don’t need relevant pathways for heavy machinery. Perhaps the ground has to be smoothed out and a supporting wall set up. In many ways, the website you select for your pool could make things harder for your constructor and increase the duration of the project.

Pool filling
At last, everything is ready, and you can plunge into a new pool… But wait a minute, is there water in it? Filling up the swimming pool is a very long process, particularly if you use the city’s water supply. If you’re ready to spend more, it is usually possible to accelerate the process by employing a pool filling service.

Patience is a key

Experienced pool constructors can offer you the most accurate estimates on how long do you need to build a pool of your dream. They are aware of their own schedule, the pool codes in your region, as well as any factors that could make an installation process more difficult.

However, not all delays can be foreseen. In these situations, all you can do is to keep reminding yourself that your inground pool will be here for many years. By and large, a short setback at the beginning of the process doesn’t really matter.