How to plan a pool renovation project

Swimming pool owners know that having a pool of one’s own is an ideal way to spend time with friends and family during the summer and long into the season if you have a pool heater. There will come a time, though when you will wonder how to plan a pool renovation project because items on your pool will need to be upgraded and updated.

There are many reasons a pool needs to be renovated or remodeled and they include:

1. You bought the home with an existing pool and want to upgrade to make it your own
2. The equipment is getting old and not running at peak levels of efficiency
3. It’s looking “tired”
4. You want to add pool accessories like a diving board, slide, sun shelves or more
5. You want to do a complete remodel, add a deep end, a hot tub or simply landscape it differently

How to plan a pool renovation project

There are myriad amenities that can be added to a pool to enhance the enjoyment you and your family have in your backyard. There are major renovations projects you could do and there are smaller ones that are more budget friendly.

Talk with your pool contractor from Advanced Pools, Inc. in Memphis, Tennessee and ask them if there are projects you simply need to accomplish in order to protect the pool and even save you money on the pool operations — a new variable speed pump for example.

If you have the budget and want a truly major project you could:

1. 1. Add a beach entry
   2. Add a deep end
   3. Add fountains
   4. Add a rock waterfall
   5. Add an infinity edge design if you have a “yard with a view”

A pool renovation project could also include amping up the safety measures and devices you have. You could upgrade and update the pool safety fence and not only make the pool safer, but beautify the fence itself.

Add a dramatic flair to the pool by adding a lava rock bowl or a fountain in the center. Consider adding or upgrading the pool lighting — this performs double duty — safety and beauty.

Because you will spend as much time around the pool as you spend in the pool you should consider upgrading or adding a pool deck or enhancing the outdoor living space to make it a welcoming place. Many people with delightful outdoor living areas find they rarely go indoors during the summer months. Your outdoor living area can be as minimal as comfortable, durable furniture to as major as adding a pool house or gazebo! Your budget is the limit.

No matter what you want to do with your swimming pool, know that an upgrade and renovation project can be started right now and be complete before the next swim season rolls around. Give us a call today!