A basic swimming pool design project can start in the $40,000 – $50,000 range but can easily get into the six figure range when you start incorporating custom styles and outdoor living additions such as pergolas, pavilions, fire pits, water features, paverscaped or stamped concrete patios and custom kitchenettes. The shift to more custom outdoor living projects has been increasing and will resume to grow as more people invest in their custom backyard dreams.

So, what should you be searching for when working with a credible swimming pool installation company? The most necessary research you can have is an understanding of the business’s reputation. What’s the reputation of the swimming pool builder you’re considering for your design as a contractor. Do they have online testimonials? Do they have a website presence? Do you know friends or family that has contracted business with this particular pool business? Are they a part of the Better Business Bureau? How many pools have they installed? There are many more questions, but you should always get as much information on your installer of choice as needed to make a wise decision.

Once you feel comfortable with the swimming pool installer’s reputation the next goal is to feel good about them. A good pool project designer will continually keep the channels of communication open and keep you updated on the project’s current state as well as any potential problems that can complicate your backyard livingspace project.

Like any project there are aspects that can be out of your control and the scope of the pool builder. This should be expected and should not come as a shock. For this purpose, you should plan for possible cost over-runs’ as part of an overall expectation, of the total cost for a completed swimming pool design.

Influencing total expenses will be the type of swimming pool you have installed. There are several types of swimming pools such as, fiberglass, vinyl liner and concrete / Gunite pools. Each has their uses and benefits over the lifespan of the swimming pool. Most swimming pool designers specialize in one technique and prefer that type of design technique over others. However, a good pool installer will have a working knowledge of the various techniques, the features of each and which best suits your project design.