What's the difference in Pool Types: Vinyl, Concrete and Fiberglass
Well cover the pros and cons for each pool type!!
Concrete Pools
Benefits:
- Completely customizable and has great aesthetics
- Has the most return of investment if you decide to sell your house
Drawbacks:
- Takes the longest to build and install
- The highest demand for maintenance
- Highest cost of ownership, installation, and resurfacing
Vinyl Liner Pools
Benefits:
- Easier installation with DIY as a possibility
- Soft comfortable texture
- Least expensive pool to own and maintain
- Largely customizable
Drawbacks:
- Liner may need to be replaced every 7-12 years
- Liner can stain if the water chemistry isn't properly maintained
Fiberglass
Benefits:
- Lowest maintenance requirements
- Quickest installation
- Least likely to develop algae
Drawbacks:
- Resurfacing is required down the road
- Least customization available as well as sizing limits
For more details on each of these pool types see our blog post on this topic here!
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