What lasts longer, a fiberglass or concrete pool?

• <div><p>Concrete pools have the longest life span. As long as you properly maintain your concrete pool, you can expect it to last 50 to 100 years. That said, you will need to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/resurfacing-pool-eliminates-cut-feet-cracks-and-lost-water.htm">resurface your concrete pool</a> as it ages. Fiberglass is durable, but fiberglass pools generally only last around 25 to 30 years. That said, some high-end fiberglass pools can last more than 50 years if they’re well-maintained. </p></div>

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Q: What factors affect pool installation costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on size, additional features, and site preparation requirements.</p></div>

Q: How often should you add water to a pool?

• <div><p>How often you should add water to your pool depends on how quickly the water evaporates. Keep an eye on your skimmer box, if you have one. Top up the water in your pool if you notice the water levels are lower than the bottom third of your skimmer. This helps prevent damage to your pump. </p><p>Replace all the water in your pool every five to seven years, depending on how often you use your pool, the weather, and whether or not you close your pool for the winter.</p></div>

Q: Who can I hire to fill a swimming pool?

• <div><p>If you've decided to fill in or remove your pool, begin by researching local, reputable pool removal companies to take care of the job for you. There are a variety of companies and contractors that can handle the work. You can start by looking for demolition or construction companies. Also, some pool builders will handle fills and removals.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take a pool to heat up? Should it run all day?

• <div><p>A few factors influence the time it takes for a pool to heat up, including the size of your pool, the temperature outside, and how much direct sunlight is hitting the water in the pool. With these factors in mind, it takes 12 to 72 hours to raise the temperature in a pool by 20 degrees Fahrenheit.</p><p>While you can run a pool heater all day, it is advised only to run it during the day, as it is more energy efficient. At night, it is better to purchase a solar pool cover to retain the heat within the pool.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2026
The installation was completed in a timely manner and has met with my expectations of professional services.
Aspen Creek Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2026
We had platinum site services, install our sprinkler system and sod as well as some plants and rock and a custom pergola. 10 out of 10 experience, would recommend
Platinum Site Services
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Reviewed in August 2025
Love them...they go above just mowing the lawn, highly recommend them and very reasonable priced
Big Boy Landscape
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Reviewed in August 2024
Sage Construction did a fantastic job on our new patio at an affordable price. Our ground was wet so we had to wait on it to dry. We had to dig it up and put in crush eventually because it just wasnt drying fast enough.They did not want us to pour concrete on wet ground. He was very...
Sage Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Demo old deck, installed new trex deck and railings . I am very pleased with the results.
MY CREW CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Harris Windows went above and beyond to get the glue and paint off my windows. I would gladly hire them again for future needs.
Harris Windows, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
This is an addition to a previous 5-Star rating. Itâ s important to note this job was done at a reasonable cost AND that the installer was extremely punctual and reliable.
Dakota Dunn
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Reviewed in July 2023
Install went great. He is committed to doing a quality job. I will definitely hire him again for the next project.
That1guy Restoration&Remodel LLC.
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Reviewed in May 2023
We hired ZR to prep an area for concrete and also to grade our lot. Both were done extremely well. We had a flooding rainstorm this week, but it all flowed away from the house and pooled around the edges of our lot thanks to the grading being done correctly. Jesse was timely coming to give an...
ZR Contracting & Excavation LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
They go above and beyond what most contractors do to make sure you understand what you're doing.
Two Guys and a Gal Construction, LLC
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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

Concrete pools have the longest life span. As long as you properly maintain your concrete pool, you can expect it to last 50 to 100 years. That said, you will need to resurface your concrete pool as it ages. Fiberglass is durable, but fiberglass pools generally only last around 25 to 30 years. That said, some high-end fiberglass pools can last more than 50 years if they’re well-maintained.

Costs depend on size, additional features, and site preparation requirements.

How often you should add water to your pool depends on how quickly the water evaporates. Keep an eye on your skimmer box, if you have one. Top up the water in your pool if you notice the water levels are lower than the bottom third of your skimmer. This helps prevent damage to your pump.

Replace all the water in your pool every five to seven years, depending on how often you use your pool, the weather, and whether or not you close your pool for the winter.

If you've decided to fill in or remove your pool, begin by researching local, reputable pool removal companies to take care of the job for you. There are a variety of companies and contractors that can handle the work. You can start by looking for demolition or construction companies. Also, some pool builders will handle fills and removals.

A few factors influence the time it takes for a pool to heat up, including the size of your pool, the temperature outside, and how much direct sunlight is hitting the water in the pool. With these factors in mind, it takes 12 to 72 hours to raise the temperature in a pool by 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

While you can run a pool heater all day, it is advised only to run it during the day, as it is more energy efficient. At night, it is better to purchase a solar pool cover to retain the heat within the pool.

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