Pros & Cons of Pools
Pros & Cons of Fiberglass Swimming Pools
The Pro's and Con's of Vinyl Liner, Gunite (Concrete) and Fiberglass Pools
Latham Fiberglass Pools: |
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PRO'S: Quick installation (in just days). Permanent home improvement that can be customized to compliment your home and your lifestyle. Proven product with factory controlled quality. Flexural strength that prevents cracking in freeze-thaw climates. 17 times stronger than concrete. Smooth finish means no skin abrasions. Non-porous surface resists the problems associated with imbalanced water chemistry, requiring less chemical maintenance, labor, and electric and is algae resistant. Most pool options available perimeter tile, inlaid tile, tile mosaics, Crystite® pool finishes, built-in water features like cascades and streams, fiber optic and LED lighting, vanishing edges, and in-floor cleaning systems. CON'S: Limited size and shapes. ECO-AWARENESS: Fiberglass pools act as a natural insulator, requiring less electric/gas to heat the pool. Algae is less prone to attach to the smooth surface of a fiberglass pool, requiring less chemicals and maintenance. BILLABLE MAINTENANCE: Chemicals, Electric Cost MAINTENANCE COST FOR 10 YEARS: $4,200.00 |
Gunite (Concrete) Pools: |
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PRO'S: Unlimited design capabilities. Permanent home improvement. CON'S: 4-8 week installation by subleased contractors. Concrete shows through around the pool's etching (edge). The surface is rough and abrasive and also stains and discolors easily. Porous surface is a breeding ground for algae and other micro-bacteria. Cracks in freeze-thaw climates and requires acid washing and replastering. High maintenance; monthly pool service required, excessive use of chemicals and electricity. ECO-AWARENESS: Acid baths emit fumes into the atmosphere. Re-plastered waste adds to our landfills. BILLABLE MAINTENANCE: Chemicals, Electric Cost, Acid Baths, Re-plastering, New Tile, Pool Service MAINTENANCE COST FOR 10 YEARS: $16,950.00 |
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