A swimming pool can cost anywhere from R75,000 to over R1.000,000, depending upon what type of swimming pool you desire. But in general, for a built-in swimming pool expect to pay between R75,000 – R150,000
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Things to consider when planning your new Pool
When building a new pool there are many other factors to consider other than the price:
- The shape and size of your swimming pool. Have a considered how and who will be utilizing it. Is it for physical exercise, entertainment, or just so the kids can have a dip?
- Where will the pool be installed? Your soil type, how rocky the terrain is and what trees you have around are only some of the factors that will influence the size and location of your pool.
- Municipal requirements. What are the municipality’s requirements are important to consider when planning your pool.
- What pool surrounds are required by law.
Employing a swimming pool contractor
Building a swimming pool: Whether you’re searching for an above-ground or in-ground swimming pool made from fibreglass, concrete, or vinyl, a swimming pool you will need to employ the skills of a professional pool builder. They can help you to make the right selection depending on your situation.
What kinds of pools are offered?
There are typically three types of pools on offer from our Pool experts across South Africa
How much does a fibreglass swimming pool cost?
Fibreglass swimming pools: are made using a precast mould that is installed into a pre-dug hole. They’re fast to set up, in addition to being more versatile, less liable to splitting, and less expensive than concrete swimming pools. A fibreglass pool costs somewhere between R75,000 and R150,000. Fibreglass pools are normally restricted in size as they need to be transported as a whole or in halves after being cast.
Pros and cons of fibreglass pools include:
- Easy maintenance
- Fast installation
- Low maintenance costs
- Looks beautiful
- Highly durable and long-lasting
- The most expensive option
- Don’t allow for much customisation
How much does a concrete/gunite swimming pool cost?
Concrete swimming pools: cost more than fibreglass pools but can be custom-made to fit any area. Typically a concrete swimming pool will take longer to build than installing a fibreglass pool. A typical concrete swimming pool costs will cost between R75,000 – R200,000.
There are benefits and downsides to concrete pools:
- Very durable with a long life
- Highly flexible customisation
- Require heavy maintenance
- Need high amounts of chemicals
- High maintenance costs
- Long installation process
How much does a Vinyl liner swimming pool cost?
Vinyl liner swimming pools: cost the least and are a practical way to have a pool on a budget. Vinyl pools come in many shapes and sizes offering above-ground and built-in options, but you do need to replace the liner about every 10 years. Vinyl liner swimming pools generally cost under R100,000.
Here are some advantages and disadvantages of vinyl-lined pools:
- Cost-effective installation
- Great for size and shape personalisation
- Repels algae
- Need to replace the lining regularly
- Low resale value
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Pool security and fencing
There are stringent standards governing swimming pool fencing, mostly to secure children from drowning. This is something you need to factor into the cost of a pool.
In terms of SANS 10400-D the following requirements must be met for swimming pools and swimming baths:
- A wall or fence must be provided by the owner of a site which contains a swimming pool or a swimming bath to ensure that no person can have access to such pool or bath from any street or public place or any adjoining site other than through:
- self-closing and self-latching gate with provision for locking in such wall or fence, or
- A building where such building forms part of such wall or fence.
- A wall or fence shall be provided in any interconnected complex which contains a swimming pool or swimming bath to ensure that no person can have access to such pool or bath from any street or public place or anywhere within the complex other than through a self-closing and self-latching gate with provision for locking in such wall or fence.
- Such wall or fence and any such gate therein shall be not less than 1.2 metres high, measured from the ground level, and shall not contain any opening that will permit the passage of a 100mm diameter ball.
- The construction requirements of any steel fence or gate must comply with the requirements in SANS 1390.
What to ask your swimming pool expert when requesting a quotation.
When it is time for acquiring a quotation be sure to ask the following questions:
- Are you a certified swimming pool builder?
- Do you guarantee the work that you rendered?
- Can I see examples of your work?
- Do you have any references that I can follow up on?
- Can you provide me with a detailed quotation?
By evaluating the answers given by your swimming pool building contractor you can ensure that you select the right person for the job.
How much does a swimming pool cost?
So, just how much does a swimming pool cost? Unfortunately, there’s no brief response, as there are numerous factors that can alter the price of your swimming pool. But in general, a Built-In swimming pool in South Africa can cost from R75000 to R1.000,000 depending on the size and type of the pool with the average cost between R75,000 and R125,000.
Average Pool Prices according to Size
| 6m x 3m Swimming Pool | Approximately R 75 000 |
| 7m x 4m Swimming Pool | Approximately R 80 000 |
| 8m x 4m Swimming Pool | Approximately R 95 000 |
| 10m x 5m Swimming Pool | Approximately R 130 000 |
| 12m x 6m Swimming Pool | Approximately R 140 000 |
Other swimming pool expenses
You will require town approval and swimming pool fencing if you wish to set up a pool in many parts of South Africa. If you install an inground pool, you will require paving around the swimming pool, while above-ground swimming pools typically require a deck pros pool deck.
Together, these expenses can add a number of thousands of rands to the pool cost. Usually speaking, it’s a great idea to get several quotes from local swimming pool builders. Ask them to provide you with detailed quotations so that you can compare the quotes with other quotes you received.
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