How Much Does a Pool Cost?
Swimming pools come in various designs, shapes, and sizes. The cost of building a pool depends on many external factors, including whether it is an inground, above ground, infinity, or a semi-inground pool.
Apart from the type, here are few other factors that affect the cost of a pool.
Factors Affecting the Cost Of a Pool
- Size of pool
- Type of material
- Type of water
- Time of year
- Ground conditions
- The location
*You should also consider the fact that your home insurance will cost an average of 20% more than it used to just for having a pool. It is a must to have a reliable home insurer to guarantee protection in case your pool causes any water damage to your property.
How Much Does It Cost to Sanitize your Pool Water?
- Saltwater Chlorine Generator Cost: $800-$1,500
- Annual Saltwater Pool Maintenance: $50 to $100
- Annual Chlorine Pool Maintenance Cost: $120
How Much Does a Above Ground Pool Cost?
|
Size |
Type of material |
Type of water |
Average Cost |
|
18 ft. Round |
Steel |
Mineral/Saltwater |
$2,300 |
|
18 ft. Round |
Aluminium / Resin |
Mineral/Saltwater |
$3,600 |
|
27 ft. Round |
Resin |
Mineral/Saltwater |
$4,800 |
Sources: Pool Supplies Canada, HomeGuide, NBC
How Much Does a Inground Pool Cost?
|
Size |
Type of material |
Type of water |
Average Cost |
|
10 ft. x 20 ft. |
Vinyl |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$20,000 |
|
10 ft. x 20 ft. |
Concrete |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$30,000 |
|
10 ft. x 20 ft. |
Fiberglass |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$45,000 |
Sources: AlpineCredits, ElitePools, NBC
How Much Does a Semi-Inground Pool Cost?
|
Size |
Type of material |
Type of water |
Average Cost |
|
12 ft. X 18 ft. Oval |
Galvanized steel |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$7,000 |
|
27 ft. Round |
Galvanized steel |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$9,500 |
|
18 ft. X 33 ft. Oval |
Galvanized steel |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$10,400 |
Sources: Pool Supplies Canada, Sima Canada
Learn more on Semi-Inground Pools
How Much Does a Infinity Pool Cost?
|
Size |
Type of material |
Type of water |
Average Cost |
|
12 ft. x 24 ft. |
Vinyl |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$75,000-$100,000 |
|
12 ft. x 24 ft. |
Fiberglass |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$120,000 |
|
12 ft. x 24 ft. |
Concrete (Gunite) |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$140,000 – $160,000 |
*Infinity pool costs $31,000 to $44,000 more than a regular inground pool.
Sources: Home in Canada, HomeAdvisor, Fixr, Premier Pools and Spas
How Much Does an Exercise Pool Cost?
|
Size |
Type of material |
Type of water |
Average Cost |
|
700 square feet (Lap Pool) |
Vinyl |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$18,500 |
|
700 square feet (Lap Pool) |
Fiberglass |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$35,500 |
|
700 square feet (Lap Pool) |
Concrete (Gunite) |
Saltwater/Mineral |
$44,500 |
*The average cost of Hydropool swim spas is around $20,000-$35,000.
Sources: HomeAdvisor, HydroPool
Factors Affecting the Installation Cost of a Pool
- Type of pool
- Size of pool
- Time of year
- Ground conditions
- The location
How Much Does It Cost to Install a Pool?
|
Type of pool |
Average cost of installation |
|
Above ground pool Round 18 ft. |
$1200 |
|
Inground pool 10 ft. x 20 ft. |
$30,000 |
|
Semi-inground swimming pool (Round 27 ft.) |
$1000-$3000 |
|
Infinity pool (12 ft. x 24 ft.) |
$100,000 |
|
Exercise pool (Hydropool) |
$3,000-$5,000 |
Sources: HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor, HydroPool
How Long Does It Take to Install a Pool?
|
Type of pool |
Average installation time |
|
Above ground pool Round 18 ft. |
1-3 days |
|
Inground pool 10 ft. x 20 ft. |
8-12 Weeks |
|
Semi-inground swimming pool Round 27 ft. |
3-5 days |
|
Infinity pool 12 ft. x 24 ft. |
12 weeks |
|
Exercise pool (Hydropool-Above Ground) |
1 day |
|
Exercise Pool with external Swim Current Generator |
8-12 Weeks |
Sources: HomeGuide, SwimmingPool.com, Country Leisure, Fixr
How Much Does It Cost to Maintain a Pool?
The cost to maintain a pool depends on the sanitizing agent being used, type of interior, water heater equipment, water filters, and size of your pool—the amount averages at around $300 to $500 per summer.
Opening an Closing Costs of Pools
|
Type of pool |
Average opening cost |
Average closing cost |
|
Above ground pool Round 18 ft. |
$250 |
$150 |
|
Inground pool 10 ft. x 20 ft. |
$400 |
$300 |
|
Semi-inground swimming pool Round 27 ft. |
$190-$300 |
$150-$240 |
|
Infinity pool 12 ft. x 24 ft. |
$400 |
$300 |
|
Exercise pool Hydropool |
$400 |
$300 |
Sources: HomeGuide, Upgraded Home, Fixr
Electricity Consumption Cost of Pools
|
Type of pool |
Average unheated electricity consumption cost per summer (4 months) |
|
Above ground pool Round 18 ft. |
$300 |
|
Inground pool 10 ft. x 20 ft. |
$500 |
|
Semi-inground swimming pool Round 27 ft. |
$400 |
|
Infinity pool 12 ft. x 24 ft. |
$500 |
|
Exercise pool Swim spa/Hydropool |
$300 -$600 (Depending on current generator) |
Sources: Home Advisor, The Spa Shoppe, River Pool and Spas
|
Type of pool |
Average repair costs in the summer (4 months) |
|
Above ground pool Round 18 ft. |
$190 for leak repairs |
|
Inground pool 10 ft. x 20 ft. |
$315-$1000 |
|
Semi-inground swimming pool Round 27 ft. |
$580 |
|
Infinity pool 12 ft. x 24 ft. |
$3600 |
|
Exercise pool Swim spa/Hydropool |
$500 per year |
Sources: Home Advisor, AlpineCredits, HomeGuide, The Spa Shoppe
Cleaning and Water Chemistry Costs of Pools
|
Type of pool |
Average cleaning and water chemistry costs per summer (4 months) |
|
Above ground pool Round 18 ft. |
$400 |
|
Inground pool 10 ft. x 20 ft. |
$400 |
|
Semi-inground swimming pool Round 27 ft. |
$580 |
|
Infinity pool 12 ft. x 24 ft. |
$4000 |
|
Exercise pool (Hydropool/Swim Spa with hot tub) |
$400-$500 |
*Annual Saltwater Pool Maintenance: $50 to $100
*Annual Chlorine Pool Maintenance Cost: $120
*Chlorine Pool Maintenance: $75 to $160
Sources: Home Advisor, Fixr, HomeGuide, The Spa Shoppe
What Is the Cost of Hiring a Professional Swimming Pool Maintenance Service?
The average cost of hiring a professional swimming pool maintenance is between $1,000 and $1,200 per summer, with a weekly and bi-weekly cleaning service fee ranging from $100-$150.
Although you can cut costs by maintaining the pool yourself, the quality of work will not be the same as that of a professional.
By hiring a professional, you can get the following services:
- Salt cell inspection and cleaning
- Pool cleaning
- Test and balance water chemistry
- Vacuuming the surfaces of the pool
- Shocking the pool
- Scrubbing surfaces, including the walls and steps
And much more!
Conclusion
Installing and maintaining in a pool can seem expensive, but consider it as an investment. Not only it will bring you joy in the warmer months, it can add value to your home.
If you are still wondering what type of pool is the best for you, consider your budget, space available and energy you want to put in maintenance while choosing the right pool for you.
