Inground
Pools
The Complete Guide
Thinking about an inground pool? Start here. Learn how the different pool types compare, what to consider before choosing a pool and how to find the option that fits your backyard, lifestyle and budget.
Understanding your inground pool options.
Inground pools are permanent swimming pools installed directly into the ground and designed to become part of your backyard space. While every project is different, most inground pools fall into three primary categories based on how they are built.
Fiberglass
A premanufactured pool shell that is delivered to your property and installed as a complete structure. Fiberglass pools are available in a variety of shapes, sizes and built-in features.
Concrete
A custom-built pool constructed on site. Concrete offers flexibility in shape and design but typically involves a more extensive installation and ongoing maintenance process.
Vinyl Liner
A pool built with a structural frame and a flexible vinyl liner. Vinyl pools offer a range of design options, with the liner serving as the interior surface of the pool.
Find your fit.
The right inground pool depends on what matters most to you. Comparing fiberglass, concrete and vinyl side by side can help you understand the differences in installation, maintenance, design flexibility and long-term ownership.
| Fiberglass | Concrete | Vinyl Liner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Installation | As fast as 1 week | 3–6 months | 3–6 weeks |
| Investment | Higher initial cost than vinyl liner, with lower long-term maintenance costs | Higher initial and ongoing costs, including potential resurfacing over time | Lower initial cost, with liner replacement to consider over time |
| Design | Pre-engineered shapes, sizes and built-in features | Highly adaptable in size, shape and design | Available in a variety of shapes and sizes |
| Surface & Finish | Smooth, finished surface with multiple color options | Wide range of finish options, though some surfaces can be rough or abrasive | Soft liner surface with a selection of patterns and colors |
| Maintenance | Lower ongoing maintenance | Higher ongoing maintenance, with periodic resurfacing and other surface care | Ongoing maintenance plus eventual liner replacement |
| Warranty | Lifetime structural warranty from Leisure Pools | Typically dependent on the pool builder | Coverage varies by liner manufacturer |
Make room for the way you live.
Your pool is more than a place to swim. The right design can create space for exercise, relaxation, time together and the everyday moments that make your backyard feel like your own.
Swim Your Way
Whether you want room for laps, games or simply cooling off on a summer afternoon, the size and layout of your pool should reflect the way you plan to use it.
Make Movement Part of Your Day
From swimming laps to low-impact water exercise, your pool can create an easy way to stay active, move more and enjoy exercise right in your own backyard.
Bring Everyone Together
From weekend get-togethers to quiet evenings at home, your pool can become a natural gathering place for family and friends.
A budget you can plan around.
The cost of an inground pool can vary based on the type of pool you choose, its size, features, installation requirements and other project-specific factors. Understanding those variables early can help you establish realistic expectations and make more informed decisions as you plan your pool.
Inground pool FAQs.
Picture the pool that fits your life.
From compact spaces to expansive backyards, there is no single definition of the perfect pool. Explore different designs, sizes and features to find a Leisure Pools model that feels right for the way you want to use your backyard.
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