How to budget for a new in-ground pool in Ottawa

You like the idea of having an in-ground pool to relax with your family during summers, but aren't sure if it is possible to afford it. We'll show you how much an in-ground pool costs, from installation to ongoing maintenance. This will help you plan your budget.

A variety of factors can affect the cost of an in-ground pool.

• Material for pool construction

• Shape

• Size

• Finish

• Installation and excavation requirements

• Upgrades like lights, water features and decking can be made to order

• Poolscaping is the landscaping around the pool.

This article is intended to provide a guideline to help you budget for an in-ground pool. Do not forget to seek out the assistance of Jordco Pools professionals pool installers, who will ensure that you have accounted for all costs in your pool budget.

 

Which type of pool is the most affordable?

In-ground pools are generally made of vinyl/steel or concrete, and fiberglass is also a common material. Each type has a different manufacturing and installation price. However, it is important to consider ongoing maintenance costs when choosing the best pool.

 

We've listed the different types of inground pools as well as their average cost. However, in Ottawa, Canada the most popular type of in-ground pool is one that has a steel shell, which is assembled on-site in almost any shape possible. It's reinforced with concrete, and then finished with a vinyl liner.

 

Many people think of shotcrete, or gunite when they think about a concrete pool. This type of concrete is much more popular in the United States than in Canada, and it takes longer to build.

 

These examples show the average cost of basic installation and finishes for small to medium-sized pools (under 30 sq. ft).

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Vinyl and Steel

• Flexible for custom shapes and finishes

• Average cost approximately. $50,000 - $95,000

• Annual maintenance costs as high as $2,500

• Every 15-20 years, liners need to be replaced. This comes at a cost of approximately. $5,000 - $8,000

Fiberglass

• Pre-fabricated pool shells can be transported to the site and limit their size.

• Most expensive initial layout

• Installation is quick

• Very easy to clean and requires very little maintenance over the life of the property.

• Average cost approximately. $50,000 - $85,000

• Maintenance costs annually $1,000 - $2,000

• Fiberglass repairs can be costly if they are required

 
Concrete

• They are typically the most costly option and take the longest time to install.

• It is available in many shapes and can be customized to your specifications.

• Average cost approximately $90,000 - $200,000 or more

• Annual maintenance approximately. $1,000 - $2,000

• Concrete must be resurfaced every 15-20 years. Prices can vary depending on the condition of concrete and tiles, as well as how old they are.

 
You can see that no matter what type of pool you choose the cost of an in-ground pool is significant. It should also be considered that ongoing costs will need to be paid.

 

Is a larger pool more expensive than a smaller one?

Costs are determined by the square footage price. Prices can vary depending on what type of pool you have. It follows that a larger pool will cost more than one with a smaller area.

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Remember that a larger pool will result in higher costs when you are deciding on pool additions such as:

• Larger pool covers

• Water balancing requires more chemicals

• Pool decks and surrounds have higher material and labor costs.

• Additional lighting is required

 
A small concrete pool with high-end finishes and automated accessories will almost certainly cost more than a large, simple finished vinyl pool.

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