Having your own swimming pool is an incredible way to relax, entertain, and even exercise. You can enjoy hours of blue waters, clear skies, and sunshine from the comfort of your home. However, over time, your pool will begin to show age with fading finishes, cracks, and outdated styles.
Maintaining your swimming pool is just as important as any other maintenance task you perform for your home. It may be tempting to put it off, but pool remodeling and maintenance are imperative to keep your pool functioning at its prime. With school starting back up, it’s a great time to get your pool remodeling done so it’s in perfect condition when the next pool season rolls around.
Below, are seven things to consider when pool remodeling, so you can keep your swimming pool in tip-top shape.
Pool Resurfacing
Not only do styles change, but pool surfaces need to be replaced every 5 to 20 years, depending on the finish used and how well the water chemistry has been maintained. That’s why one of the most significant maintenance tasks is resurfacing your pool. Resurfacing the pool doesn’t affect the shell of the pool, it only replaces the finish layer.
The costs of resurfacing a pool can significantly vary depending on interior finish, pool size, area of the pool, and more. The type of pool you have will also determine the exact method used for resurfacing. A frequent method involves chipping out damaged material, adding a new finish, and acid-washing the pool.
Safety Features
When you first installed your pool, you may not have added all of the available safety features. Pool safety features include adding ladders, railings, or even a pool fence that will keep children who cannot swim out of the pool. Pool safety nets and safety pool covers provide a safe, secure barrier for your pool so children can’t fall through.
Another type of pool safety feature is a pool alarm. This can include a door alarm, gate alarm, window alarm, perimeter alarm, or even a wrist alarm for a child.
Aesthetic
Customizing and personalizing your pool is a great way to give it a fresh look and make it feel brand new. Don’t have a spa? Add one and make your yard feel like a luxurious resort. Want to spruce up your deck? Your deck is key to creating the ambiance and setting of your poolscape. Want to take the next step of your water oasis? Streams, fountains, waterfalls, natural stones, and tropical plants can all turn your pool into a jaw-dropping, magazine-worthy haven.
Lighting
Another way to enhance the beauty and improve the ambiance of your backyard when remodeling your pool is by adding lighting. Lighting is extremely important for safety, and it’s a huge consideration when you’re entertaining. If any of your family or friends like to swim at night, lighting will boost the visibility, keeping swimmers safe in and out of the pool. Pool lighting is usually a smaller investment than other remodels but adds value to your pool if you decide to sell your home one day.
Ease
If you’re tired of pool maintenance, your pool remodel can actually make your swimming pool even lower maintenance. This could include converting to a saltwater system, upgrading or changing certain equipment, or installing an automatic cleaner.
Resort or Backyard?
Pool remodels are often imperative projects that boost the efficiency and usage of your pool. However, you can also design a remodeling project that adds fun to your backyard. Want to watch the game outside while you also enjoy Taco Tuesday? You can also build a swim-up bar that feels straight out of a resort to take your pool parties to a whole new level. Pool remodels can even include a tanning shelf so getting your vitamin D is easier than ever, or a spa to create a relaxing oasis in your yard.