If you're looking for a way to enhance the enjoyment of your home, a swimming pool installation is a fantastic option. These popular exterior features add so much to properties, provided you take the right steps before the work begins. Here are a few key points to discuss with your contractor when getting started. 

How to Make Sure Your Pool Installation Is a Success

1. Determine the Purpose of the Pool

Some people use pools exclusively for lounging and relaxing, while others use theirs to swim laps. In the latter case, you probably want to extend the length of the pool to ensure it's suitable for exercise. 

Some homeowners look at pools as chiefly a decorative feature and to increase the property's value, while others want an area for their children to play. By determining the purpose, you'll have a clearer view of the finished design and any features you want to add, like a diving board or waterslide.  

2. Know Your Local Laws & Regulations

You will most likely need a permit before you can build your pool, so you don’t hit any major lines or underground utilities. In Texas, pools deeper than 24 inches and over 150 feet require a site plan, construction review plan, and inspection to receive a permit. 

As for zoning laws, pools need to be installed a certain distance from property lines, usually about five feet. You'll also need to ensure the pool is at least 3 feet from your home. If there is an easement on your property, the pool can't be located within it. 

3. Make Safety a Priority

In addition to zoning and permitting, home swimming pool installations must be designed with safety in mind. Property owners are required by law to erect a fence around their pools measuring at least four feet, and these fences must have a self-closing, self-latching gate. 

While not necessarily required by law, you should also consider outfitting your pool with an alarm and a safety cover. These measures are taken to prevent accidents should a child access the area without your knowledge. Keep in mind you are liable for any injuries that result, even if the person didn't have permission to be on your property.

When it comes to a swimming pool installation, the right contractor will guide you step-by-step through the process. That's exactly the level of service you get from Poseidon Custom Pools thanks to more than a decade of experience. Serving the Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, area, they perform installations, repairs, and renovations. They even customize designs to ensure the finished product complies with local laws and exceeds your expectations. Get started on your free estimate by calling (682) 704-3833 today.