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Off-season pool-building prices often align with the time of year you're least likely to use a pool. Many contractors offer deals in the late fall and winter to bolster the slow time of year. However, if you live in an area with freezing winters, you'll need to wait beyond the final frost and threats of extreme weather.

One of the most obvious signs your pool is leaking is water loss—but a small leak can take a while to noticeably lower the water level. 

Keep an eye out for these telltale signs: 

• Unexplained soft, mushy, or wet spots in the yard 

• Cracks or falling tile

• Higher-than-normal water bills

• Dropping water levels

• Algae growth or discoloration in your pool

• Standing water at the pump or pipes

Each state has its own regulations about pool fences, and laws to protect both swimmers and pool owners. Before installing a pool, you’ll need to research what the pool laws in your state, city, and county are to ensure that you’re adhering to the legal regulations. Inground pools typically need to have a fence around the entirety of them, but the rules regarding above-ground pools are less stringent. A good rule of thumb is to always have a fence around your pool to ensure safety for all. 

Pool pumps use a lot of electricity, depending on the size of the pump, how energy efficient it is, and how long it runs. Most residential pool pumps use about 1 kilowatt-hour of electricity every hour they run, which makes them one of the biggest energy uses in a home. Lower the amount of electricity your pool pump uses by choosing an energy-efficient pump, running it only for the time needed to keep the pool clean, and sizing the pump to your pool.