Building an Inground pool can take approximately one to two weeks depending upon the weather and ground conditions.  Constructing an inground pool is not hard, but there are many details to watch for.  This page will show the basics of how a pool is constructed.  Along the way, we will offer links to pictures so that you may see exactly what is happening at each stage of the process.  Note that this is not meant to be used to attempt to build one without professional instruction.

First, the ground is cleared off and chalk is laid down to mark out where the pool will be constructed.  This way, the owner of the pool can see exactly where it will be and can move it before hand in case they want to do something different.

Once the location is settled upon, digging begins (image 2).  We use a backhoe to dig out the general shape of the pool and to set the levels to approximately where we need them for the pool to be properly constructed.  The levels achieved at this stage are not exact, but are close to minimize the amount of hand digging we are required to do.

When the rough shape of the pool is dug, the edges around are leveled and cement blocks are used to create preliminary foundations for the steel panels to be set upon.  The panels are bolted together and braced from behind to support them.

Now that the panels are in place and braced, finish shaping begins.  By using hand tools, we can create the shape of the pool accurately to match the vinyl liner that is to be put in.  While the shaping is happening, a cement truck comes out and cement is poured around the outside base of the pool to set it into place and provide a long lasting foundation.

At this time the plumbing is installed with schedule forty pipe and run from the intakes to an the equipment area and back.  It is then covered by topsoil or sand.

About this time, a cement pad is poured and the equipment is installed, plumbed, and wired to manufacturer's specifications in a place specified by the owner.

As soon as the bottom is shaped it is covered with vermiculite and cement.  This provides a solid foundation for the liner while making the bottom soft enough to feel like walking on a cork floor.  Meanwhile, the rest of the backfill has been applied to set the walls solidly in place and provide a base for the deck to be constructed.

Finally, we are ready to install the liner.  After unfolding it at the deep end, two people pull the liner across the inside of the pool to stretch it out.  They then begin to push the edge of the liner into recessed track on coping on top of the wall and continue until the entire liner is locked into place.  A vacuum is used to set the liner and remove air from between the liner and wall before the pool is filled.

The pool is filled in one to two days depending upon the water pressure. At different stages while it is filling, the fittings are put in to complete the plumbing.  Once it is filled, chemicals are added, the equipment is started, and the pool is ready to be enjoyed.