Most inground pools we build in the Tri-Cities are either vinyl liner or fiberglass. Both make great backyard pools. The right choice depends on the shape you want, your budget and how much long-term upkeep you are comfortable with.
Vinyl liner pools
A vinyl liner pool is built on site. We dig the hole, set steel or polymer wall panels, pour a concrete collar and deck, prepare the floor, and install a custom-measured vinyl liner.
- Design freedom: almost any size or shape, including long lap lanes, wide steps and tanning ledges.
- Lower upfront cost: vinyl is often the most budget-friendly way to get a custom inground pool.
- Easy to refresh: when the liner eventually wears out, a liner replacement gives the pool a whole new look with a new pattern and color.
- Plan for upkeep: liners do need replacing over time, and sharp objects or pets’ claws can damage them.
Fiberglass pools
A fiberglass pool is a one-piece shell made in a factory, trucked to your home and set into the excavation by crane. It is then leveled, plumbed and backfilled.
- Faster install: because the shell arrives finished, the on-site build is usually quicker.
- Smooth, durable surface: the gelcoat finish is gentle on feet and resists algae.
- Less liner upkeep: there is no liner to replace.
- Set shapes and sizes: you choose from the manufacturer’s models, and shell size is limited by what can be hauled on the highway. Access for the crane also matters.
Which one should you choose?
If you want a custom shape or the most pool for your budget, vinyl is hard to beat. If you want a quick install and a low-maintenance surface, and one of the available shapes fits your yard, fiberglass is a great fit. Lot access, slope and your timeline matter too.
We build both, so we can give you an honest comparison for your backyard. See real vinyl and fiberglass projects from around the Tri-Cities, then call or text 509-410-7551 for a quote.
