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When choosing a reliable reputable pool builder to build your new swimming pool you must have many questions. Since out reputation relies on customer satisfaction and delivering the pool you imagine, Pool Unlimited has listed below some of the common questions that are asked when you are considering when building a new swimming pool.

1. How do I select the right pool builder? Why Pools Unlimited?
Make sure to interview your prospective pool builder very carefully. Here are a few things you may want to consider.
What is the company’s reputation in the community?
Can the company provide references?
How long has the company been in business?
Is the company in good standing with your local Building Department, and Better Business Bureau?
How many pools have they built?
Is the company financially stable so that there is no risk that you’ll be left with an unfinished pool if it goes out of business?
Will the finish the project on time? (guarantee)

2. What are reasons to have a pool?
Encourage Family Time – When you build a pool, you create a inviting and invigorating space for you family to spend time together, without ever leaving the backyard! You will create lasting memories as you swim, play and enjoy the water.
Create An Outdoor Resort At Home – a well designed pool is more than just a bunch of water. You can turn you backyard area into a outdoor oasis. With waterfall, vanishing edges and other unique amenities, a pool can serve as a relaxing and inviting centerpiece for many years.
Throw A Party - in Texas year around with our warm afternoons and mild evenings roll around, a pool is a great way to entertain. Invite friends and family over for a poolside bar-b-que and a dip in the water.
Stay Healthy And Lose Weight – instead of going to the gym, you can spend time exercising in your own pool. Research has shown that swimming provides a better total body workout with a very low risk of injury. It also helps burn calories and lose weight faster.
Unwind and Relax – When you get home from a long day at work or need an escape from the busyness of life, take a quick dip in your pool to unwind. Spending time in water helps the body relax and get rid of stress. You will also sleep better than you ever have before.
Increase The Value of Your Home – Studies have shown that owning a pool increases the value of you home by as much as 15%. It makes your property move attractive to prospective buyers. When it comes time to move, a pool may be the difference in a quick sale or it remaining on the market.
Stay Cool – Instead of hiding out indoors in the air conditioning, you can beat the Texas heat by lounging in the cools waters of you own pool.
Keep An Eye On Your Kids – With a pool right in your backyard, you can give your kids and their friends a place to play that is safe and convenient and know they are close by.
Save Some Money – Having a pool is easier to finance and maintain than most people think. In the long run, pools are less expensive and last longer than big family vacations and other entertainment options.
Long Lasting Fun – Building a pool is a great investment that will reap rewards for a lifetime. A vacation, a movie, or a visit to a theme park will come to an end, but a pool will be enjoyed by family or friends for a long time.

3.  Will a pool increase the value of my home?
Yes. Most studies show that a pool will increase the value of you home anywhere between 7% and 15%, depending on where your house is located in San Antonio or the surrounding area. It also will continue to increase in value through the years, just like your home.

4.  How much is involved in caring for a pool?
In the past, pool maintenance was more of a chore. But with today’s innovative technology and conveniences, owning a swimming pool is easier than owning a car! Pool chemical testing and maintenance, cleaning, and pre-programmed filtration and heating can all be automated. Automatic pool cleaning systems and various sanitizing devices also make pool maintenance simple. Your main concern will be finding more time to enjoy your pool or spa!

5.  How much will a pool cost and what factors affect the cost?
The price of a pool is determined much more that just by the size and shape of the pool. Unfortunately, many contractors fail to include some important factors that affect cost when they present their estimate. This could mean that you could get hit with hidden charges once you have signed a contract and construction has begun. Here are some areas of importance to consider.
Quality of Materials
Design Expertise
Craftsmanship
Underground Strength and Durability
Customer Service
Time Required for Construction
Warranties

6.  I see advertisement promising a custom pool at very low price. Should I consider this option?
It is possible to build a pool at a low price. But be aware that to build a low cost pool, equipment, structural elements, quality craftsmanship, and designs are all compromised. Besides ending up with a pool that doesn’t enhance your property because it has an improper design, using poor quality construction materials can possible put you family at risk. The old saying still stands true: You get what you pay for.
At Pools Unlimited, we know that the cost difference between a great job and poor job doesn’t have to be significant. We at Pools Unlimited will work with you to determine a budget that meets you desires and needs and create a custom design that will be beautiful pool that is affordable and within in your budget.

7.  What pool design is right for me?
Each property has unique features to consider when designing your pool. So does your family! You need to consider how you intend to use your pool. Is exercise important? How about family use? What about the location? Where will the pool look best when viewed from your Home? Pools Unlimited design expert will take photos, videos or draw sketches of your property and prepare a custom design and NO charge that will fit your needs AND your budget!

8.  If I have a small or difficult yard or area to work with. Can I still have a pool?
Expert pool builder can construct a quality pool in areas of all shapes and sizes. Pools Unlimited expert design and construction team can work with the most challenging properties. You will be amazed by Pools Unlimited’s creative and innovative solutions for you turn you dreams into an aquatic paradise.

9.  Can I enjoy my pool year round? Do pools contribute to the drought?
You certainly can! We are not only pool builders but we have pools of our own and like most of our customers, we know that a quality pool can be used year round, especially in Texas and not just in “pool season”. Many people hosted football game pool parties around their pool-scape! As for the drought water agency studies have proven that a residential swimming pool requires a lot less water to maintain that the landscaping they will replace. And the water in your swimming pool stays right there whenever it is needed in an emergency.

10. What are some of the options available to add to my pool?
Technology is changing at a rapid rate, and swimming pools are not exception. There are many innovative water treatment options, fiber-optic lighting, remote controls, automatic cleaning systems, spa products, and plenty of other options to make you pool easier to maintain and more enjoyable than ever before. Let us know what you would like, and Pools Unlimited will show how to make it happen.

11. Should I consider building my own pool? What advantages of starting to build my pool why my home is under construction instead of waiting until my home is completed?
Never! Equipment suppliers and other contractors will charge you more that the actual values of the materials and labor. Even experts encounter challenges during pool building. Pool builders with experience, knowledge, and specific training will provide the wise and innovative solutions that will produce the superior quality of finished product. We at Pools Unlimited have huge buying power, offer efficient construction and co-ordination of the project so that you will have a hassle-free experience and everything will be guaranteed.

12. What about warranty’s and is my investment well-protected?
Warranties are very important! At Pools Unlimited we are confident in the product we build and we offer a warranty that backs it up. You should always ask and compare warranties when you a receiving a pool estimate from a pool builder. Also remember that a warranty is only as good as the company that issued it. Many of pool builders go out of business every year, and that means if there gone the warranty is gone too!

13. Do you offer financing?
Yes. Pools Unlimited has found that it is probably easier than you think. Many home owners in Texas have discovered that they can make their families dreams come true with a new pool by merely taking the equity in their home and converting it into cash. It is easy, inexpensive and tax wise. Contact us for more information on lending agencies.