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When you’re installing a pool, there are a lot of decisions that need to be made. You have to choose everything from the design, size, and shape of your pool to the landscaping that might surround and accompany it.
But one of the biggest decisions is when to begin the construction process and actually have the pool installed.
Let’s take a look at the ups and downs of installing a pool during each of the four seasons and find out which time of year is best to have your pool installed.
Installing a Pool in the Spring
At first thought, it may seem like spring is the perfect time to install your pool.
Many homeowners believe that if they begin the installation process in spring, they’ll be splashing around in their new pool before the end of summer. But there are a few things to consider before deciding to go ahead with a spring installation.
First, keep in mind that you’re probably not the only one who wants to install a pool in spring. Spring is one of the most popular times for pool installation, and as a result, it’s one of the busiest times of the year for pool builders. If you wait until spring to begin the installation and construction process, you may find that your pool builder is booked and your project will have to wait.
Another factor to consider with spring is the weather. While it’s certainly warmer than winter, it also tends to be wetter. Too much rain can cause the ground to get too soft and result in flooding, both of which could cause construction delays.
This could mean that your dreams of splashing around in your newly installed pool will have to wait until next summer, rather than the end of this one.
Summer Pool Installations
Summer has a lot of obvious advantages for pool installations, especially here in Canada where the weather during the other three seasons can be finicky, to say the least. In terms of the outdoor conditions, there’s certainly a no better time of year to install a pool.
As with spring, summer’s warmth makes it one of the busiest times of the year for pool builders. If you’re set on having your pool installed in the summer, your best bet is to contact your builder in winter or early spring and schedule an installation for late summer.
By late summer, builders will be finishing up the installations they began in spring and will have more availability to start on your pool. Of course, this time of year comes with an obvious drawback: Just as your pool installation is being completed in early fall, the weather will start to cool, meaning you’ll have to wait almost a year before you can dive in.
Installing a Pool in the Fall
Though many people may not know it, fall is actually a great time to install a pool.
While it’s certainly cooler than summer, in fall the weather is still quite stable, making it easy for construction crews to work.
Another big advantage of the fall is that the ground is drier than it is in spring and summer, which means there’s less risk of flooding and the installation process can proceed a lot more efficiently. And because many plants are at their peak in the autumn and have not yet lost their leaves, fall is also a great time for landscaping installations that will surround and dress up your backyard or pool area.
The other nice thing about fall is that pool installations generally become more affordable. Pool builders tend to offer better prices in fall and winter, so if you don’t mind waiting until fall to have your pool installed, you may find it more affordable.
Winter Pool Installation
There are upsides and downsides to having your pool installed in the winter. The obvious downside is the weather. Both the conditions and the ground are often harder to work in the winter, meaning that your installation could take longer to complete.
But the upside is that rates tend to be the best in winter. If the price is a factor for you and you want to secure the best possible rate for your pool installation, waiting until winter is probably your best bet.
The Best Time to Install a Pool
What’s the best time of year to install a pool? Ultimately the answer is whichever time is best for you and your busy life.
As we’ve seen, each season brings its own ups and downs, so it’s really just a question of what you want, what you’re willing to pay, and how long you’re willing to wait before diving into your new pool.
At Solda Pools, our award-winning team is committed to working with each client to not only design and build the perfect pool for you, but to do it in the timeframe that best suits your schedule.
To learn more about how we can find the right time to install your pool, call Solda Pools at 905-796-6500 or contact us here.
