Pros and Cons of Vinyl Liner Pools vs. Fiberglass Pools - Fiberglass Pools NJ

Pros and Cons of Vinyl Liner Pools vs. Fiberglass Pools

Aside from the initial decision to put in a pool, the hardest decision you will face will be which material you want your new pool to be made out of. You have many choices: namely vinyl liner pools and fiberglass pools, which are two of the most common. Here are some pros and cons of each.

FIBERGLASS POOLS

Fiberglass pools are indeed crafted of fiberglass material and pre-formed so that they can drop into the excavated hole at your residence.

Pros

Long-Term Cost: As opposed to a vinyl pool, where you must contend with replacement liners whenever there is a rip, fiberglass pools have a more affordable cost over the long haul.

Aesthetics: For many years, white was the only choice but now there are several colored finishes to choose from.

Low Maintenance: Fiberglass pools are well liked because they have low maintenance requirements over the lifetime of the pool in terms of chemicals and repairs.

Re-Sale Value: Fiberglass pools appeal to more home buyers over vinyl because they are considered permanent structures.

Cons

Price: The sticker shock of a fiberglass pool is higher than vinyl – about $4,000 to $9,000 more.

Size Limitations: These don’t go much deeper than 8' or wider than 16', so customization is not a selling point here.

VINYL LINER POOLS

Featuring a custom made sheet of vinyl between the water and the structure of the pool, vinyl pools are the most common type.

Pros

Cost: This is the biggest reason vinyl pools are so sought after: they come with a low cost of installation, material and labor. You’re looking at a price tag of between $20,000 and $40,000.

Feel: Because they are soft and smooth, you won’t scratch your toes, legs, knees or arms when you graze the bottom and sides.

Sanitary: Their non-porous nature means they can’t harbor algae or other growth like porous surfaces can. Also, the use of chemicals is limited with a non-porous liner, leading to a time and money savings.

Customization: Vinyl liners can fit virtually any configuration of pool, from L shapes to Roman to Grecian. Plus, you can select from an endless variety of colors and patterns for further customization.

Cons

Fading: The vinyl material can fall victim to fading as the years wear on, due to the harsh UV rays of the sun.

Need for Replacement: Vinyl liners can tear easily thanks to dog claws, human feet, pool toys and more. This leads to replacement, which is an extra cost to consider over the lifetime of the pool. Yes, the structure itself can last up to 35 years, but you’re look at liner replacement every decade or so, which costs $4,000 a pop.

No Resale Value: Vinyl liner pools don’t have as high a resale value as fiberglass pools.

Turn to Central Jersey Pool to install and service both vinyl liner and fiberglass pools. Give us a call at 732-462-5005 or visit our showroom at Route 9 North in Freehold, NJ.

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