How much does it really cost to install an in-ground pool? The answer goes well beyond the price of the pool itself.

In this episode of Backyard Times by Rising Sun Pools, Tara sits down with in-ground pool coordinator Kevin Milan to break down the real-world costs of vinyl, fiberglass, and concrete pools—including many of the expenses homeowners don’t initially think about.

They discuss starting budgets for each type of pool, electrical work, decking, fencing, general contractor costs, permits, equipment, backyard access, impervious-surface restrictions, automatic pool covers, and premium finishes like travertine.

You’ll also learn how a $65,000 budget differs from a $100,000 pool project, why the same budget can buy either a basic concrete pool or a highly upgraded vinyl or fiberglass pool, and how features and finishes can dramatically change the final price.

Plus, Kevin explains why fall and winter can be the best time to contract and build a pool—potentially getting ahead of annual price increases while having your backyard ready when swimming season arrives.

If you’re budgeting for an in-ground pool, this episode will give you a much better idea of what to expect before requesting quotes.

00:00 The Real Cost of an In-Ground Pool
00:39 What Can You Get With a $65,000 Budget?
01:36 Starting Cost of a Vinyl Pool
01:59 Does Pool Size or Shape Affect the Price?
03:08 The Costs Beyond the Pool Itself
03:25 Electrical, Decking and Other Required Costs
03:54 Impervious Surface Restrictions Explained
05:10 Building a Pool on a $65K Budget
05:33 What Does a Pool General Contractor Handle?
06:20 Can You Save Money Managing Contractors Yourself?
06:43 Typical Electrical and Decking Costs
07:51 What’s Included With the Pool?
09:16 How Much More Does a Fiberglass Pool Cost?
10:03 Starting Cost of a Concrete Pool
10:35 How Decking Choices Affect Your Budget
12:08 How Much Does Travertine Cost?
13:10 What Can a $100,000 Pool Budget Buy?
13:39 Why a Survey or Plot Plan Helps
14:25 Setting a Realistic Pool Budget
15:08 Pool Budget vs. Home Value
15:55 How Pool Cost Relates to Construction Time
16:39 Don’t Forget the Cost of Fencing
17:04 How Much Does an Automatic Pool Cover Cost?
17:49 A $500,000+ Backyard Pool Project
19:07 How Pool Prices Have Changed
19:30 Why Modern Pools Cost More
21:06 Is There a Best Time of Year to Buy a Pool?
21:40 Why Fall and Winter Can Save You Money
22:37 Build Now and Be Ready for Swimming Season

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