There are many myths that are believed and associated with fiberglass pools in the swimming pool world. Following is some information that will clear up some of the myths out there and help you understand the real facts regarding fiberglass pools.

Fiberglass Myth #1:

Fiberglass Pools are the most expensive: The answer to this myth can be a little complicated depending how you look at the expenses of the pools but the following information should explain to you different cost analysis. Initially if you compare a fiberglass pool to a vinyl liner pool feature to feature than yes it is typically more expensive by a few thousand dollars. We use the word initially because we are solely looking at the cost of the initial building or installation of the pool. Now if you factor in all of the expenses of the pool over the cost of its lifetime you will come to a different conclusion. For example, a liner, typically costing on average $3,000 and lasting 7 years on average can cost you $6,000 or more in liner replacements alone during the first 15 years of ownership, a cost you need to budget for! There are no big expenses associated with fiberglass pools throughout their lifetime to worry about. When you consider this as well as the year to year savings on chemicals it is no wonder so many consumers will choose to spend the extra money initially for a Fiberglass Pool.

Fiberglass Myth #2:

Fiberglass pools will pop out or float: This fiberglass myth can actually be true under very specific circumstances that can easily be avoided. This can actually be the case for any water tight object if there is more water under the structure than in it. Pools can float ONLY when they are drained and the water under them creates upward pressure and there is no water in the pool. Fiberglass pools never need resurfacing and do not have liners so there is no need to ever drain the pool. In all of my experience I have never heard of a fiberglass pool floating or popping up out of the ground.

Fiberglass Myth #3:

Fiberglass pools will crack when the climate is cold: This fiberglass myth doesn't make much sense at all. Fiberglass pools are said to be 17 times stronger than concrete and can withstand any temperature. It is a fact that fiberglass has the ability to ‘flex' due to its tensile strength. People seem to think freezing conditions have an adverse effect on fiberglass, but they tend to forget that when the water in the pool freezes, it expands upwards – where there are no barriers. There has never been any damage to a fiberglass shell due to freezing weather conditions.

Fiberglass pools are a great investment, have little maintenance costs and have fewer headaches than other pool options in the long run.