How to choose a Memphis, Tennessee pool contractor: tips
This is the time of year, believe it or not, when swimming pool contractors start to find their calendars filling up for the upcoming swimming pool construction season. Savvy homeowners who know they want a pool in the summer understand that the planning process starts now so the pool contractors from Advanced Pools, Inc. can be ready to break ground as soon as the weather breaks. An early start to your swimming pool construction project means you will likely have a pool that’s ready for swim fun once the weather is warm enough.
How can you begin your search for an experienced, quality swimming pool contractor in Memphis, Tennessee? Start by asking friends or family who they’d recommend. Look online or on social media such as Yelp or Facebook. Narrow your search to about three builders that you want to meet with and start setting up appointments once you have your budget for the project in place.
Before you set up a time to visit a potential pool builder, check out their websites to make certain they offer the services you’re seeking. Having an idea in mind as it relates to the size, style and building material for your pool will help you have a more productive conversation with a potential pool builder. Check the pool contractor’s credentials and whether he or she is licensed to operate in your state. Make sure the builder has a CSP Certified Service Professional on staff. Check out if he has undergone training and his technical staff are certified service professionals.
Ask the pool builder for photos of projects he has completed and for lists of names of references from former clients with whom he has worked.
Make your appointments with potential contractors once you find a couple who fit your needs. They should be welcoming and open to offering you names of former and current clients. You will want to reach out and see how satisfied they are with the results. You’ll be shopping price, so make certain you are comparing apples-to-apples as it relates to construction styles and materials and equipment.
Are there any plaques on the pool builders’ wall that attest to any special training or professional affiliations? Are they a member of any local business associations or community organizations? This certainly may not be the factor that tips it over the edge, but many business people belong to associations and community organizations and are proud to display it.
Your contractor will likely request an upfront payment before they begin any work but we would caution you against working with any contractor who would make you pay in full. It’s typical to pay in installments as portions of the work are complete with the final payment being required once you are satisfied with the work that was performed. And a “good faith” payment is not outside the scope of most home construction project.
A swimming pool construction project is a long term investment and not one you want to undertake without having done your homework. After the project is complete and you and your family are enjoying the pool, you’ll be glad you took your time and did your research. shopped around. Trust your intuition. Factor in price, length of time it will take for the project, quality of equipment and overall price in addition to feeling as though you can work with the contractor before making a final decision and signing on the dotted line.
