The advantages of an inground swimming pool

Above-ground pool (wood, inflatable, steel, self-supporting, rigid, tubular), kit pool (with modular panels) oringround pool(liner pool, sprayed concrete pool, poured concrete, etc.)... These different types of pools are amenities that many homeowners like to have in their garden. And for good reason, there is no better way to spend the summer than by having friends and family over for a refreshing dip in your pool!

But did you know that compared to these competitors, theconstruction of an in-ground poolhas undeniable advantages? Durability of materials, quality of installations, good value for money… Not to mention the prestige thatin-ground pools give to your home and garden!

You've understood:building an in-ground poolhas many advantages. Discover them in our guide later!

Why install an in-ground swimming pool in your garden?

1. A fully-fledged aesthetic

Ifin-ground poolsare so popular with the French, it is notably for their many customization possibilities. Indeed, depending on the characteristics of your land, you can give free rein to your imagination and opt for theshape(round, rectangular, square, freeform pool), thedepth(flat-bottomed pool, sloped-bottom pool) and thesizeyou want.

Liner, concrete, shell… In terms of materials, here again, in-ground pools offer a multitude of possibilities. And you can even go further by building an infinity pool, a waterfall pool, a mirror pool while adding options such as a swimming lane, counter-current swimming, coping stones, etc.

Thanks toin-ground pools,you can let your mind run free to create the project and environment you like on your home's land. However, the price of an in-ground poolis a factor to consider as it represents a financial investment… Especially if you opt for an in-ground wooden pool!

However,installing a polyester shell pooloffers an interesting alternative in terms of budget, but also quality. Indeed, the latter are made from a gel coat mold that takes on all desired shapes (rectangular, square, round, or freeform). The latter can also be tinted in different colors ranging from pure white, azure blue to ivory to allow foroptimal customization.

2. A robust and waterproof swimming pool model

Depending on the type of pool you have chosen to install in your garden, you will not have the same quality of coating. As a reminder, the latter corresponds to the material that covers the inside of a pool and therefore ensures its finish.

This choice has an impact on the aesthetics of your swimming pool, on its robustness but also its watertightness:

• The mosaic (or tiling): in addition to ensuring a solid and waterproof render for many years, mosaic pools offer a wide range of patterns and colors. A style in its own right that will dress up your outdoor space!
  

• The liner: this is a flexible PVC tarpaulin that is stretched along the walls of a pool. The advantage of this waterproof tarpaulin lies in its resistant, anti-UV and anti-slip character. Due to its price, its properties and its ease of installation, this type of coating is the most used by pool owners. However, the latter must be changed every 10 years!
  

• Thepolyester shell: molded at the factory and installed on your land in 4 days, this pool liner is as robust as traditional pools. If your polyester pool is maintainedregularly, you will have no problems for the next 20 years. Be vigilant nonetheless, this type of solution is sensitive to excessive ground movement.

Inground pool, price and maintenance: the disadvantages of an inground pool

Certainly, thecost of an in-ground poolis higher than other pool models (above-ground wooden pool, semi-inground pool). But this is explained by its quality, its customization possibilities, and the need to call on a professional to study the soil, the constraints of your land, and for its installation (earthworks, structure installation, etc.).

Finally, to keep your pool healthy for as long as possible, you will need to carry out careful and regular maintenance of the structure. During the swimming season, check the water quality at least twice a week and clean the surface, bottom and walls of your pool using a pool robot and treatment products. Once the summer season is over, you must winterize your pool and maintain the various equipment (heat pump, filter, skimmers, robot, etc.).

Works, taxes… How to declare your in-ground swimming pool?

Have you decided to install a pool in your garden? Please note that you will first need to declare your in-ground pool to your local town hall and the tax authorities.

If your pool is between 10m2and 100m2, aprior declaration of worksis required. This document, to be submitted to your local town hall, allows the administration to verify that your pool project complies with current urban planning regulations.

Once the file is in the hands of the town hall, count between 1 and 2 months before getting a response. If it is positive, you will have 2 years to start theconstruction of your pool.

Will your pool be over 100m2? In that case, you will need to submit abuilding permit applicationto your local town hall.

In addition to the administrative procedures relating to construction, it is also important to declare your new swimming pool to the tax authorities. And the reason for this is simple: by installing a pool in your garden, you considerably increase the rental value of your property. However, this rental value constitutes the basis for calculating the taxe d'habitation and the property tax on your home. And the more valuable your property is, the more your taxes are likely to be increased!

When installing a pool on your property,Aboral teamsare available to provide you with the solution best suited to your needs and requirements. So don't hesitate to contact our experts or request aquote online!