Choosing the Best Type of Indoor Pool for Your Home

Installing an indoor pool opens up many options for enjoying a good swim that you can’t always achieve outdoors. Installing an indoor pool provides you with a high level of privacy, which is important for people in high-profile careers. Putting your new pool indoors also means you won’t have to worry about inclement weather interfering with your training or recreational swims. Once you’ve picked out your space for an indoor swimming area, you can use this guide to begin selecting the right type as you work with your local custom pool builder.

Discuss the Installation Timelines

A fiberglass pool shell is already premolded. Meanwhile, a concrete pool requires doing a total construction project. If the swimming area is in a part of your home that’s near your normal living areas, you may prefer to get the job done faster. You might also prefer to complete the installation before a special event, such as a wedding, that’s going to take place in your home. If time is of the essence, it’s typically best to choose a fiberglass pool, which builders can install much more quickly.

Consider the Need For Customization

Fiberglass pools come in models that include a wide range of features. For instance, you can choose a fiberglass pool with a deck built in for lounging. But you might have a unique idea for your pool or require a special shape or size. In this case, you can work with a builder who’s experienced with custom builds. Being able to make your new pool fit perfectly in your indoor swimming area may be worth the extra time concrete builds require.

Think about Your Preferences for Maintenance

Today’s modern concrete materials and application methods make the sides feel pretty smooth. Yet the concrete can be more porous compared to fiberglass, which could matter when it comes time to do cleaning and maintenance. Fiberglass pools are less prone to algae growth, and the smoother sides are easier to vacuum and wipe down. However, you can typically counteract the need to clean concrete pools more often when you practice proper pool water maintenance.

Expect Most Pool Types to Require Heating & Covering

Indoor pools open up your ability to swim during outdoor storms. However, most people find having a pool indoors requires thinking about heating the water. Without the sun overhead, indoor pool water can cool quite quickly. Installing a heating system is the ideal way to make sure the water is always at the perfect temperature for taking a dip. You’ll also want to install a good pool cover to maintain a more stable water temperature for energy savings. The cover can also serve as a layer of safety that prevents pets and children from getting into the water without supervision. 

If you need help choosing the right pool for your home, reach out to San Diego Pools, the pros with decades of experience. We’re one of the premier pool companies in San Diego, and our pool design and construction experts are dedicated to building exactly the pool you want and providing you with the highest-quality service in the industry. To get started on building the pool of your dreams, call us today.