Having a garden with your own pool in it is something that most of us have dreamed about. It’s the ultimate symbol of success.
Plus, imagine how nice it would be to be able to have a swim in the morning before heading off to work or to be able to enjoy your breakfast while overlooking the water.
Building a pool is a big project, but it’s more achievable than you might think!
UK pools don’t usually need planning permission
This is something that surprises a lot of people, but generally, outdoor pools in the UK don’t require planning permission unless you live in an area of green belt, have outstanding natural beauty, or you live in a listed building.
You might need planning permission if you intend to build an outbuilding to house your pool; however, if this is something you want to do, it’s worth contacting your local council to make sure.
Choosing the pool site
When choosing where to place your pool, it’s important to take some time to ensure that you choose the best position. You will need to place it somewhere that:
- Catches the sun. This will mean that the water is as warm as possible to cut down on your heating bills and will make swimming much more pleasant.
- It is away from falling leaves. Falling leaves can pollute the water and create extra work for you having to clear them out.
- It isn’t in a wind trap. Wind will make the water evaporate more quickly, and it will make you feel cold when you swim.
- It isn’t under power or telephone lines, for obvious reasons.
- It isn’t on top of sewage or water pipes. Again, for obvious reasons.
Heating
The UK is known for being a little wet and windy at times, so it’s a good idea to think about investing in heating for your pool so that you can enjoy it all year round.
Elecro Engineering Ltd are specialists in pool heaters, and they can provide you with expert guidance on what kind of heater you need depending on the size of your pool.
Size
If you are considering building a pool, it’s important to consider the size so that it meets your needs.
If you are planning to build a pool for training for athletic competitions, it will need to be deeper than your height for the entire length, which means you will need to be wary of any obstructions below ground.
Pools for recreational use can be a little smaller. As a rule of thumb, a pool for a family of eight could be eighteen by thirty-six feet, and everyone could swim together comfortably. Usually, pools built for recreational use are deeper at one end than the other so that younger swimmers aren’t out of their depth.
Filters
It’s a good idea to think about installing a pool filter to keep your pool clean and free from debris. As with the heater, the size of your pool will dictate what size pool filter you need.
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