3 Signs an Inground Pool Would Be a Good Fit for Your Backyard in Lagrangeville, Dutchess County, NY

Nov 30

Once the summer ended, the wait began for it to come around again. For anyone who has ever envied backyard pools, the timing has never been better as there is time to plan and many options available for an inground pool that can be ready for next summer. We’ve got three signs an inground pool would be a good fit for your Lagrangeville, Dutchess County, NY, backyard.

1. You Already Have Ideas on the Size and Functionality

Whether your backyard is big or small, you can choose an inground pool that will work not only for your space but the intended uses. Above-ground background pools tend to be extremely limited in this regard. A long lap pool will let you exercise without the nuisance of rec center facilities. For fun, choose a pool with varying depths and different shapes that accommodate the features you want, like slides or waterfalls. For relaxing soaks, choose a smaller pool built with a sloping beach-style entry that ensures safety for both your eldest and youngest family members and guests.

2. ‘Safety-First’ Can Be Better with an Inground Pool

Inground pools can offer a greater level of safety than above-ground pools. We all know that all children should always be supervised by adults when a pool is close by. In-ground pools won’t suddenly burst and flood your property—and risk kids falling out of them. With an inground pool, you can better ensure safe swimming by surrounding it with attractive security fencing.

Running by the pool has always been a big concern. A pool surround using non-slip concrete pavers helps to prevent slipping hazards.

3. You Want Flexibility in Poolside Features

The whole point of an inground pool is to increase backyard fun. Keep your kids (and adults too!) having fun with a few features you could otherwise only find in a water park, such as a waterfall or a water slide. A waterfall complete with a grotto underneath will amplify the pool experience, and a water slide keeps the fun lasting for hours.

If your new pool will have space in the middle, your kids can live out their own pirate fantasies. Attach a small structure for a fort and you’ve got endless adventures for the little ones and their friends. Adding water-friendly plants such as hydrangea or arborvitae gives the island extra “defenses” and a tropical atmosphere. Alternatively, make the island a place for adult relaxation with an attractive sunning spot.

Inground fiberglass pools give you flexibility of shapes, unlike above-ground pools. A small cove addition to the pool with underwater bench seats lets you or your guests stray from the delightful chaos of kids, while still being able to keep an eye on them and remain in the pool. By adding lush vegetation and rock features, you can create the illusion that you’ve escaped to a tropical island. Place the cove near your waterfall feature to give it a sound buffer from the rest of the pool.

When the weather cools and the leaves start to fall, a hot tub becomes more attractive. By setting a hot tub above the pool, you get a fantastic vantage point—and extended use of your backyard. An elevated spa is an opportunity to create an overflow waterfall, warming the pool water and creating a focal point. Even after your pool has been drained for the winter, a hot tub can remain a hub of activity as a warming oasis during the long, cold season.

About the Author

Our company started with a simple idea: Treat people the way we’d like to be treated. Provide choices, be up-front with pricing, and give them quality features in their landscape. More than 15 years and hundreds of satisfied customers later, we continue to make good on this commitment. Pool technology has changed tremendously, opening up the possibilities for what type of pool you can have and the stonework surrounds—and all the elements that can go along with it. This has made installing great poolscapes even more enjoyable for our crew.

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