Leveling Fiberglass Pools
When installing a fiberglass pool, you probably have lots of questions. And, to be perfectly honest, you should! The only way to get a truly great pool and to have it installed correctly is to be cautious and involved in the installation process.
If you’re being conscientious in this way, then you probably have many concerns. A very common one is about leveling fiberglass pools. If this is an issue weighing on your mind, educate yourself on a few key facts.
Perfection Is Impossible
The first thing you should realize is that absolutely no fiberglass pool is ever going to be 100% level. That just doesn’t happen. Fiberglass pools are too massive and too flexible for perfection to be achieved. Plus, it’s just not necessary. So, don’t try and force your pool company to do the impossible. Instead, just focus on ensuring they get your pool level enough for it to perform appropriately and avoid issues.
The One Inch Rule
The general rule of thumb is that a fiberglass pool can be as much as one inch out of level without it causing any problems. As long as the pool looks even and is appropriately balanced in terms of depth, it really doesn’t matter if it’s exactly 1 inch out of level or falls below that mark. However, you do want to ensure your pool’s not more out of level. Anything above that one inch marker can sometimes lead to issues.
Quality Counts
As a final note, remember that your pool company doesn’t always have full control over how level a pool is. Some fiberglass pools are just naturally out of level, and installing a flawed pool to be very level is a challenge. That’s why it’s imperative to choose the highest quality pool you possibly can. This reduces the risk of initial leveling issues, which will make achieving a level installation easier and more likely
Overall, there are some things worth stressing about when it comes to pool installation. But, for the most part, leveling isn’t one of them. If you purchase a well-made pool and work with professionals who know what they’re doing, you shouldn’t have any issues in this area.