Picture this, it’s the first weekend of summer. The Texas heat has been growing hotter and hotter, making it tough to want to be outside without an easy way to cool down. The solution? You pick up some grilled food, make some punch, and invite your friends and family over to host your first-ever pool party! Can you think of a better start to the summer?
Now you may be wondering, “Why are you talking about summer already when we haven’t even reached New Year yet?” While many people believe that you have to begin building in-ground pools in the midst of summer, the best time to start the building process is actually during the winter months. In this article, we’ll break down a few reasons why you should start building your dream backyard now.
Save Money On Your Pool With Seasonal Sales
If the typical cost of building a pool is keeping you from starting the building process, then you should consider that building during the winter season is much more budget-friendly. With the summer heat comes harsher working conditions for pool builders. Meaning more breaks will be needed and the overall build time is likely to take longer. Hence, your estimated cost will be higher at this time, since builders must be compensated for working in such conditions. The price of the materials needed to construct the pool, shipping and handling, and transportation are also significantly cheaper in the winter than in the summer. Given these factors, most contractors will offer specials during the winter months. Even better? You could use the money you saved from the pool and put it towards adding an outdoor kitchen or fire pit to complete your outdoor oasis!
Have Your Pool Ready By Spring
Building a swimming pool and completing your landscaping to your liking is a timely process, especially if you are looking to completely upgrade your backyard. Typically, you will have fewer chances to utilize your pool that is being built in the summer, given that it won’t be completed by the time you are wishing you could use it. With that being said, the anticipation to use your new pool in the summertime can be a lot to handle, especially when the temperature outside is nearing or above three digits and you’re so close to having the perfect solution to manage the heat in your own backyard. But, if you start the building process during winter, your pool will guarantee to be ready to go by the time the warm sun starts to shine!
Cheaper To Build In the Offseason
With the high demand of people wanting to elevate their backyard, summer is the busiest time of year for pool builders. You may be looking to hire a specific swimming pool contractor that you’ve heard good things about, but by waiting until summertime, you may have difficulty obtaining their services. Many Dallas-Fort Worth pool builders get so backed up with work during the summer months that they’re scheduled weeks or even months in advance. Thus, winter is the perfect time to book the pool installer that everyone’s been raving about.
Landscaping Can Take Root
The construction of an in-ground pool can take a major toll on your backyard landscaping. By building during the winter months, you will have plenty of time to plan out and complete your dream backyard by adding a beautiful array of flowers and foliage. The best part is that they will bloom just in time for you to enjoy their beauty during peak poolside months!
Turn Your Dream Backyard Into A Reality With A Custom Pool
Acquiring the backyard of your dreams is much easier than you think when you have the right outdoor living designer. At DFW Custom Pool, we take pride in transforming ordinary backyards into luxurious oases where people can obtain tranquility at the comfort of their home. If this is what you are looking for, now is the perfect time to start designing your custom pool.
If you sign your contract by December 31, 2022, you will receive 5% off the total price of your dream pool!
