Is adding a spa to a pool worth it?

<div><p>Adding a spa to a pool is worth it if you use it enough. Adding a built-in spa to an inground pool can cost between $15,000 and $20,000, on top of installing the pool. A separate <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-hot-tub-cost.htm">hot tub costs</a> between $5,000 and $8,000. These prices will vary depending on the hot tub's size, type, and features. Additional costs include maintenance, electricity, and plumbing. </p></div>

How long does it take to install an inground pool?

<div><p>From start to finish, building an inground pool takes anywhere from <b>two to four months</b>. Factors that impact time to completion include any weather delays, material delays or shortages, scheduling conflicts, and any unforeseen challenges. The project may take most of the pool season, depending on where you live. Because of this, it’s a good idea to start getting estimates and finding a qualified pool company at least a year before your anticipated installation. Spring and summer is the busy season for pool contractors, which impacts their availability as projects are typically booked for several weeks if not months.</p></div>

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Q: How much does an above-ground pool cost?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-installing-above-ground-pool-cost.htm">cost of an above-ground pool</a> is <b>between $1,100 and $5,700</b>. Costs will vary depending on the type of pool you install. The low end of the price range includes a DIY kit for around $800 and goes up to about $15,000 for a custom pool with extra features like a deck and water features. Building an above-ground pool is much faster than installing an inground one. The cost tends to be much lower for an above-ground pool than for an inground pool because there&rsquo;s less labor involved, especially when it comes to excavation and running plumbing and electrical lines. </p></div>

Q: How much does an inground pool cost?

<div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-pool.htm">Installing an inground pool costs</a> around <b>$55,000, on average</b>. The typical price range is between $39,000 and $70,000, depending on the size and type of pool and accessibility of the site. This project requires an experienced pool installation contractor as the project usually involves extensive excavation, plumbing, electrical, concrete, and careful grading of the concrete or pavers around the pool.</p></div>

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Last update on June 11, 2025

Reviewed in September 2020
David was very professional, came out the following day gave me a quote and was able to start the work almost immediately. The work was done with great attention to detail and professionalism. To clean up was excellent and he was very nice to work with and was willing to answer several questions...
Copper Sky Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2013
Pool was very well done. I get all kinds of compliments about it and have actually given him some referrals because of people who have seen it.
atlantis pools
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Reviewed in August 2013
We were not at home. Our home sitters at first said nothing had been done. When they looked more closely, they saw the job was complete and clean-up was very thorough
Bishops Aluminum
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Reviewed in August 2017
Dylan was my contact person I had to houses that had roofs done not only did they surpass people on price the quality and delivery we're truly excellent I will use Dillons expertise on the next house we need a roof on
Integrity Roofing & Exteriors
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Reviewed in June 2020
Well the weather was not our friend in 2019 ,a pool install for early summer turned into late summer with all the rain, But the pool was a beautiful above ground pool with a deep end and my Grandkids just love it, communication between the company ,installers, coordinators and all involved needs...
Kayak Pools Midwest
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Reviewed in July 2012
It was time to have our inground pool liner changed. Mr Thomas appears to be the only one in Southern Illinois that works on inground pools. I tried to find three businesses to get quotes but could only find one to work on inground pools. We purchased our line from him, the price seemed...
Hosea Thomas Jr. Pools
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Reviewed in July 2020
installed pool 2014 way out of spec of what the design called for had new liner put in and it was off by almost 16inche thats how much liner could not be put in as far a pavers go spot sinking in walls sinking pavers pulling away from pool this was 6 years later would of been better off hiring...
Ecoscape Landscape Services Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2020
Had an AG pool installed 10-2019...pool Never opened! Said since it was getting cold why not just wait to open in the spring. I said great, when should I call? April or May he says. April all rain & cold. Called May 29 + 3 other times + 2 messages. Finally came today, very rude. Expected to be...
RiteWay Pools Installation and Service
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Reviewed in October 2014
This man is a horrible concrete pourer. He hired me to do all his work and then he went to pour and I've been in concrete 6 years and his finished product was horrible and looked like crap. His average length of keeping an employee due to his bad temper is one week and he hires from Craigslist...
Christian Construction Co.
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Mr Landscape Construction & Supply

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Mr Landscape Construction & Supply

553 Bisaillon Ave

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13 years of experience

MR Landscape Construction & Supply affordable quality Free telephone estimates or Design Consultations

Barrier Reef Pools, LLC

165 Evans Way

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Barrier Reef Pools, LLC

165 Evans Way

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Customers say: Quality work

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Our one piece in-ground fiberglass swimming pools are constructed using only the most proven gel coats and vinyl ester resins available. This, combined with an average thickness that is greater than industry standards, allows us to produce what we believe is one of the strongest and most reliable in-ground fiberglass swimming pools on the market today. Our confidence in our fiberglass swimming pools is backed by our Lifetime Warranty, in addition to a 10 year non-prorated internal finish warranty.

37 years of experience

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13 years of experience

American Tubs designs and manufactures a complete line of premium quality Walk-In Bathtubs that are ideal for people with Limited Mobility, Seniors, Disabled and people with pain, arthritis, stress and other debilitating conditions.

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31 years of experience

Kayak Pools Midwest is your one-stop-shop for home recreation! We will design, customize, and install the pool of your dreams. We offer a free virtual consultation process and special discounts to help you achieve a backyard vacation that you and your family can enjoy for years to come! Ask us about our Demo Homesite program to see if you qualify to save thousands on your new pool! Contact us directly today to schedule your free consultation by calling 800.31.KAYAK option 1 or visit our website https://kayakpoolsmidwest.com/.

"Kayak Pools Midwest has checked the block in every part of the purchase of my pool. Their sales team worked with me and made sure that I had an affordable price. Their installation team was with me through every step of the installation process. Their service team insured that starting my pool up this spring was an easy task. I’m enjoying my swimming pool right now because of the wonderful team of professionals employed by Kayak Pools Midwest. This is a company to trust and this is a company to do business with."

Gary H on May 2025

FAQs for pool construction and installation projects in Colchester, IL

The average cost of an above-ground pool is between $1,100 and $5,700. Costs will vary depending on the type of pool you install. The low end of the price range includes a DIY kit for around $800 and goes up to about $15,000 for a custom pool with extra features like a deck and water features. Building an above-ground pool is much faster than installing an inground one. The cost tends to be much lower for an above-ground pool than for an inground pool because there’s less labor involved, especially when it comes to excavation and running plumbing and electrical lines.

Installing an inground pool costs around $55,000, on average. The typical price range is between $39,000 and $70,000, depending on the size and type of pool and accessibility of the site. This project requires an experienced pool installation contractor as the project usually involves extensive excavation, plumbing, electrical, concrete, and careful grading of the concrete or pavers around the pool.

Adding a spa to a pool is worth it if you use it enough. Adding a built-in spa to an inground pool can cost between $15,000 and $20,000, on top of installing the pool. A separate hot tub costs between $5,000 and $8,000. These prices will vary depending on the hot tub's size, type, and features. Additional costs include maintenance, electricity, and plumbing.

From start to finish, building an inground pool takes anywhere from two to four months. Factors that impact time to completion include any weather delays, material delays or shortages, scheduling conflicts, and any unforeseen challenges. The project may take most of the pool season, depending on where you live. Because of this, it’s a good idea to start getting estimates and finding a qualified pool company at least a year before your anticipated installation. Spring and summer is the busy season for pool contractors, which impacts their availability as projects are typically booked for several weeks if not months.

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