FAQ's

HOW MUCH DOES A SWIMMING POOL COST TO BUILD?

Swimming pools are very much like houses, there are track/production houses and there are custom homes. Production pools are pre-designed with limited variety and are typically smaller and use less expensive materials and equipment. While, custom pools are unique and individually designed for specific customer needs, utilizing unlimited choices of state of the art materials and equipment. Many times people think all pools are created equal therefore, the lowest price is the best value. We've all heard "You get what you pay for". Regardless, building any pool is a substanial investment/ expenditure! It is sometimes better to do nothing than to make a financial mistake for budgetary reasons. Other issues that influence the price of pools are size, depth, access to the yard, topography, underground conditions (ie. water), warranties, etc. With that said, for an average size custom backyard in-ground, non-diving board, shotcrete swimming pool you can expect to invest $26,000 to $35,000+. Adding a spa and a heater will increase the price another $5000 to $10,000+. Likewise, to screen enclose a project it will cost between $7,500 and $13,000+ depending on the size of the project and facia height of your home.

DOES A SWIMMING POOL ADD VALUE TO MY HOME?

Yes, in Florida it sure does! A normal rule of thumb is to add 60% to 70% of the cost of the pool project to the value of your home.

DO I HAVE TO DESIGN MY OWN SWIMMING POOL?

No, you don't. Your input is critical but our designers can design the pool for you as part of our service. Paradise Pools has design consultants who have created every imaginable kind of swimming pool, many that will take your breath away. A design consultant will meet with you, talk to you, walk the site with you, all to make sure the pool is designed to serve all the functons you want and to look the best in your backyard. After all, this is your pool. Our job is to give you more than you think you want!

WHAT KIND OF OPTIONS ARE THERE WITH A SWIMMING POOL?

You'll have plenty of choices; size and shape, decking material and design, pool interior finish, cleaning and filtering systems, heating systems, steps and swim-outs, spas and fountains. Whatever you can imagine, whatever you want, we can build. We'll explain all the options to you and help you make the choices that are best for your family and your budget.

HOW DO I GO ABOUT SELECTING MY POOL'S DESIGN STYLE AND MATERIALS?

Our Showroom has everything that a potential pool owner wants to see. We showcase an extensive selection of pool materials, including glass and ceramic tile, natural stones, and pool and deck finishes. These different materials will make it easier for you to visualize your own private "Paradise".

WILL IT COST ANYTHING TO GET AN ESTIMATE?

No. We provide a  job cost plan designed by one of our design consultants free of charge. The comprehensive proposal will outline how we propose to build your swimming pool and will provide detail pricing.

HOW LONG DOES THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS TAKE?

It is difficult to quote an exact time frame for swimming pool construction. Many factors can affect the construction such as weather delays, complexity of the project, building inspections, financing, home owners associations, marking and finding utilities, permits, change orders, etc. The construction time for and average size backyard swimming pool is usually between eight and twelve weeks.

WHO WILL BE BUILDING MY SWIMMING POOLS?

From the excavation phase all the way through to chemically balancing the water, all of the skilled craftsmen who work on your swimming pool are part of our team, . We believe this to be the cornerstone of quality control.

HOW CAN I BE ASSURED YOU'RE USING QUALITY PARTS AND EQUIPMENT WHEN BUILDING MY SWIMMING POOL?

We only use the best parts and equipment available to the industry. When speaking to our staff, you can learn more specifically about the brands that we sell. Our primary suppliers, FWP and SCP Distributors, is our source for many of the name brands you are probably familiar with.

WILL WE BE REQUIRED TO BE HOME THE ENTIRE TIME DURING CONSTRUCTION ?

No. There are only a few times that we need you to be home during the construction. One time would be the day that the electrician and gas people are there to hook up the utilities. You will need to be home to turn off the water after the swimming pool is filled to the middle of the tile line the day after plaster.

CAN I USE MY SWIMMING POOL ALL YEAR ROUND?

Yes, you can. We can heat your pool with a heatpump, gas heater, or solar water heater to ensure your new pool is warm enough for swimming all year around. However, if your pool is heated, it will need a cover on it at night to stop heat loss.

WHAT KIND OF WARRANTY COMES WITH MY PARADISE SWIMMING POOL?

ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDE 100% PARTS AND LABOR

**warranties apply to original purchase of pool.

WHAT DOES "LIFETIME STRUCTURAL WARRANTY" REALLY MEAN?

A lifetime structural warranty means the shotcrete structure will hold water for as long as you live in the home. Remember that a warranty is only as good as the company backing it. Leaks around return fittings (one of the most common areas for leaks in a pool) is not considered structrual in nature. This is important. Because at Paradise Pools we use our exclusive "in-wall internal" plumbing system which eliminates all tank penetration. Note, that our internal plumbing system also carries a lifetime warranty.

I ALREADY HAVE A SWIMMING POOL, CAN IT BE REFURBISHED?

Yes, our "Special Projects" team, managed by Pat McDonough, are dedicated to doing just that. Our team can transform any old and tired swimming pool into a wonderful new and stylish outdoor "Paradise". The transformations and additions are unlimited. Contact our team at 254-4555 for a free in-home consultation.