Pool types
Fiberglass Pool-What is a fiberglass pool? A fiberglass pool is made from a reinforced fiberglass shell, covered in protective gel coats. The shell is manufactured off-site and installed in one piece.
Limited Customization
Fastest installation
Easy maintenance
Long lifespan
Looking for fast installation and low maintenance? A fiberglass swimming might be perfect for you. Fiberglass is a strong, lightweight material made from tiny glass fibers that are woven together and strengthened with polyester resin. The result: A pool surface that’s smooth, attractive, and easier to maintain than concrete or vinyl pools.
Fiberglass is naturally algae resistant (the smooth, non-porous surface doesn’t provide many places for the slimy stuff to take root), which can contribute to healthier, more balanced swimming pool water. For most fiberglass pools, the biggest maintenance issue is waterline staining/buildup, which can typically be removed with a sponge and a splash of pool cleaning solution.
Do a little research, and you’ll quickly learn that most folks who opt for fiberglass absolutely love their swimming pools. You’ll also learn that, cost-wise, fiberglass can be one of the more expensive options out there. Part of this can be attributed to the unique manufacturing and shipping considerations required with fiberglass swimming pools: Unlike other types of pools which can be assembled on-site, a fiberglass pool is built at a factory and shipped to you in one large piece. That said, most fiberglass pool owners agree that the extra durability and long lifespan are worth the higher upfront cost.
Vinyl Liner Pool-A vinyl liner pool has a custom made sheet of vinyl between the water and the pool structure. Vinyl liners typically lock their top edge, called a bead, into a track located on the bottom of the coping, which is at deck level. too add the structures are usually steel (cheaper) or aluminum both in 42, 48, and 52 inch walls.
Limited Customization
Budget-friendly-About $5-7K less than Fiberglass, but higher operating cost.
Easy to repair/replace $8,000-$11,000.00 every 5-10 years.
Algae-resistant compared to concrete pools.
Gunite Pool-A gunite pool is a concrete pool made from a blend of sand, cement, and water that is applied through a high-pressure hose, the gunite pool is best known for its dependable structural strength.
100% customizable
They look amazing
Durable/long lifespan in the coastal states, and without the freeze/thaw cycle.
SHOTCRETE POOL-Shotcrete always refers to wet concrete that's already fully mixed before it's shot out of a hose. Gunite is a dry concrete mix that only mixes with water at the end of the nozzle as it's being sprayed onto its final surface.
100% customizable
They look amazing
Durable/long lifespan in the coastal states, and without the freeze/thaw cycle.
Gunite vs. Shotcrete: What's the Difference?
What's the difference between gunite and shotcrete for a concrete pool? Concrete pools can be made of either shotcrete or gunite. The difference is when the concrete mixes with the water. Shotcrete refers to wet concrete that's already fully mixed before it's shot out of a hose. Gunite is dry concrete mix that only mixes with water at the nozzle when it's sprayed.