Ever since we opened our doors—some 33 years ago—California Pools in Phoenix has been asked two big questions: “How much does a pool cost?” and “How long does it take to build a pool?”
Both questions are difficult to answer in detail without first gathering some detailed information from you. That is not possible here, so we will have to be a bit general for our purpose in this article. If you decide to meet with us, we will discuss timelines much more specific to your actual scope of work.
Before the pandemic and the post-pandemic demand surge for pools, we had a formula. We would estimate about a week for every $10,000 worth of work. Formulas do not work anymore, but it is worth noting that even in those simpler times our formula was just a guess.
Today there is a worldwide shortage of materials that impact every product. There is also a global challenge with freight and shipping. Locally, the demand for construction labor far exceeds the available qualified labor.
Even pre-construction processes are stressed. Today, you will have to wait for an appointment with a designer. Professionals who issue permits and perform the engineering or architectural work are in great demand. Every single function takes longer than it did prior to Covid.
But, enough of the reasons. Most of us are already aware of the current circumstances; they impact every industry and everything we buy as consumers. You came here, we assume, for some current guidance, and we want to provide that to you!
Clients today should anticipate a four-month planning process. This would include design, pricing, financing, securing a permit, producing CAD construction drawings, layout of the pool, and construction set up. All this gets the pool ready to excavate.
CPL has pools that go faster and some that go slower. There are many variables as to the type of project, location, financing issues, and how many changes a client might make.
Once a pool excavates, some products and features will impact the timeline, but a family should expect a 6-month process.
Again, we have projects move faster and slower. Your project manager/designer can direct you towards products and choices that could lead to shorter build times. Fewer changes mean a speedier result. This is particularly true now, where we pre-order so many of our products prior to excavation.
We hope this helps as you plan your project. Our entire CPL team is dedicated to bringing your vision alive as quickly as it is possible to do so without sacrificing quality or putting our clients in a compromising position.
Every single person who will do work in your yard will be insured, properly licensed, professionally trained, and fully vetted. Every CPL employee will seek to understand and serve you, including moving your project along as fast as possible.
