What factors should I consider before installing a swimming pool?

• <div><p>Before deciding to install a swimming pool in your yard, there are many factors to consider. Even if you still need to figure out the specifics with your pool installer, having an idea of what you'd like will help the initial consultation. Some topics to consider include:</p><ul><li><p>Will you use salt water for your pool or traditional hose water?</p></li><li><p>How big of a pool do you want to install? How deep?</p></li><li><p>What special zoning laws do you need to follow for your area?</p></li><li><p>Do you want to keep it simple or add special features like underwater lighting and waterfalls?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How long do shipping container pools last?

• <div><p>Shipping container pools last up to 25 years. On average, they&rsquo;re more durable than the standard aboveground pool, which only lasts 10 to 20 years. Their durability is similar to fiberglass in-ground pools. Concrete pools, on the other hand, outlive almost any other type of pool. They can last indefinitely as long as you resurface them as needed. </p></div>

Q: What happens to a pool pump if it isn’t primed?

• <div><p>A swimming pool pump has to have water in it to run properly. If the pump isn&rsquo;t primed and tries to run when it&rsquo;s dry, the components will overheat which can cause the pump to seize up and can even damage the PVC pipes that carry the water into and out of it. Essentially, running a pump that isn&rsquo;t primed can lead to having to replace the entire pump.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take for a pool to heat up by the sun?

• <div><p>At noon, when the sun is at its highest point, sunlight can naturally increase the temperature of a pool by 0.7 degrees each hour, but this can depend on other external factors. For example, evaporation caused by the sun will cause a pool to lose up to 5 degrees for every 1/2 inch of water evaporated. Using a water heater will produce more reliable results.</p></div>

Q: What is the life expectancy of a gunite pool?

• <div><p>The life expectancy of a gunite pool is about 100 years or more with proper care. Clean your pool at least once a week and plan to resurface it every five to seven years. For winter, close down the gunite pool but don&rsquo;t drain it. And you can increase your gunite pool&rsquo;s longevity by repairing any damage and addressing any issues as soon as you notice them.</p></div>

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Robert and Jeremy did a good job on installing a shower insert. Had to do some floor modifying too. Good job Robert and Jeremy.
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Doug Davidson was great! He was always on time, pressure washed my house and laid down ground & window covers before starting to paint and did an outstanding paint job. It was obvious he took pride in his work. His pricing was very reasonable. I would not hesitate to use Davidson...
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Exceptional, high-quality work for a very reasonable price. My old deck needed quite a few repairs. Mike went above and beyond to ensure we were left with not only the repairs completed, but also that a couple previously unknown safety issues were fixed.
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They contacted me immediately and sent a pro the next day, to inspect, measure and photograph the gutters and their problems. The gutter guards were installed within 3 days of his visit. The affable young man who installed them was careful to photograph his work and show the pictures to us. ...
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Artisan Homes installed a concrete patio of high quality and in a very reasonable amount of time. I will definitely be considering Artisan Homes for future home improvement projects.
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Buxton TILE did an excellent job installing a new tile shower & floor in our bathroom. Their attention to detail was above my expectations in this project!
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The whole process was professional from start to ending. The estimate was quick and took into mind our needs. The contact was clear. The install was great, the technicians were polite efficient and knowledgeable. The heat pump is what we needed.
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My carport collapsed from very wet, heavy snow. Even though it was a very busy time for him, Matt Hunter came up with a week of when I contacted him. The final cost of the job was less than his estimate and the new carport is much sturdier and better looking than the previous one. He also...
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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

Shipping container pools last up to 25 years. On average, they’re more durable than the standard aboveground pool, which only lasts 10 to 20 years. Their durability is similar to fiberglass in-ground pools. Concrete pools, on the other hand, outlive almost any other type of pool. They can last indefinitely as long as you resurface them as needed.

A swimming pool pump has to have water in it to run properly. If the pump isn’t primed and tries to run when it’s dry, the components will overheat which can cause the pump to seize up and can even damage the PVC pipes that carry the water into and out of it. Essentially, running a pump that isn’t primed can lead to having to replace the entire pump.

Before deciding to install a swimming pool in your yard, there are many factors to consider. Even if you still need to figure out the specifics with your pool installer, having an idea of what you'd like will help the initial consultation. Some topics to consider include:

Will you use salt water for your pool or traditional hose water?
How big of a pool do you want to install? How deep?
What special zoning laws do you need to follow for your area?
Do you want to keep it simple or add special features like underwater lighting and waterfalls?

At noon, when the sun is at its highest point, sunlight can naturally increase the temperature of a pool by 0.7 degrees each hour, but this can depend on other external factors. For example, evaporation caused by the sun will cause a pool to lose up to 5 degrees for every 1/2 inch of water evaporated. Using a water heater will produce more reliable results.

The life expectancy of a gunite pool is about 100 years or more with proper care. Clean your pool at least once a week and plan to resurface it every five to seven years. For winter, close down the gunite pool but don’t drain it. And you can increase your gunite pool’s longevity by repairing any damage and addressing any issues as soon as you notice them.

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