Funderar du på att bygga pool och undrarvad det skulle kosta?

  • Do you also dream of getting a pool for your garden?
    You are not alone, many people in Sweden are considering building a pool, and several thousand pools are sold and installed in Sweden every year.

    But like everything else in life, a pool comes with a cost, and in this text, we will help you clarify the concepts and provide you with more information about what it costs to build a pool and what a pool costs to maintain per month.

    There are several costs associated with building and installing a pool in the garden. The total cost of the pool is influenced by several different factors. Below we will go through the costs associated with building a pool.

    Price for popular sizes

    A common pool size is 3×6 meters. Read more about what a 3×6 pool costs here.

Vilka kostnader finns det vid ett poolbygge?

  • First and foremost, you have the cost of the pool itself. You also need certain accessories for the pool, such as a pool robot, pool heating, pool cleaning, pool cover, and more. In addition to this, there is also a cost for the actual installation of the pool.

    If you want an in-ground pool, you need someone to help you with the excavation work and assist with the installation of the pool. If you are handy, it is of course possible to both dig and install the pool yourself, but for most people, this is not an option.

    To get a price estimate of the total cost for you to acquire a pool, you are welcome to contact us for a free quote.

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The price of the pool

  • The price of the pool itself is often a major part of the total cost. There are many different types of pools to choose from, and the price of the pool is affected by factors such as size and the material the pool is made of.

    There is an old saying that goes, "it's expensive to buy cheap," and when it comes to buying a pool, it's important to keep this in mind. You want a pool that will last for many years and, of course, it should be durable and suitable for the Swedish climate.

Thermopool

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  • Vad är en Thermopool?

    A thermopool is built on site, and the construction process begins with pouring a concrete slab on which the pool will be built. The pool is then constructed with blocks that are filled with reinforcement and concrete.

    The thermopool has a lower price than, for example, a PP Pool but takes longer to install. This means that the total cost of installation is usually about the same as if you buy a more expensive PP pool.

    If you are a craftsman with good knowledge of construction and civil engineering, you can build a thermopool yourself and thus reduce the total cost, but if you do not plan to build it yourself, it makes sense to consider buying a PP pool instead.

  • How long does it take to build a thermal pool?

    The total time to install a thermopool is somewhere between 6 – 10 weeks.

    It takes about a week to dig, lay the base/drainage, and cast a concrete base slab. After this is done, it then takes a couple of days to build the pool and fill the pool blocks with reinforcement and concrete. Once this is done, you must then wait about four weeks for the concrete to cure before you can use your new pool.

    At Pooltime, we sell both thermopools and PP Pools and always recommend the solution we believe is right for your specific needs and conditions. However, we recommend that you always look at the total cost of installing your pool and not just focus on the cost of the pool itself, so you get the most accurate picture possible of what the total cost will actually be.
Read more about Thermopool

PP pool

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  • Vad är en PP Pool?

    A PP pool is made of polypropylene, which is a type of plastic that is durable, UV-resistant, and non-toxic. The plastic polypropylene is, among other things, approved as a material for drinking water containers. Polypropylene is a homogeneous material with high durability, and a PP pool has higher strength than, for example, a thermo pool.

    In addition to being built from a more durable material than a thermo pool, a PP pool also has other advantages. A PP pool can withstand temperatures over 33 degrees, and for those who want to enjoy swimming in a heated pool, this is a major benefit. Another advantage of a PP pool is that it has good insulation properties, which lowers heating costs compared to other pool constructions.

  • How long does it take to build a PP pool?

    A PP pool is delivered as a complete tub and comes in one piece, which makes the installation time shorter than, for example, a thermopool. The total time required to install a PP pool is about 2-3 weeks from when you start digging the foundation until the pool is installed and ready to use.

    If you have high groundwater where you live or have an unstable substrate such as sand, you first need to cast a concrete slab. If a concrete slab is needed, this is done about a week before the pool is delivered, as the base slab needs to cure for about seven days. If your plot instead has a hard substrate and no high groundwater, a base layer and crushed stone along with drainage are usually sufficient as a foundation. In that case, it is enough to start the excavation 2-3 days before the pool delivery.

    When the pool is lowered into the ground, the skimmer, inlets, and lights are then connected. After this is done, you can start filling with water while backfilling the sides with dry mortar, which then forms concrete once it has cured. Backfilling the pool takes about 1-2 days (if you have access to two water hoses).
Read more about PP Pool

Arbetskostnad och montering av pool

As we described above, the labor cost is influenced by a pool of several different parameters.
Among the factors that affect the price of installing a pool are:

  • Type of pool
    A thermal pool takes longer to
    install than a PP pool

  • Conditions at the site
    where the pool will be installed
    High groundwater and unstable ground are
    two factors that affect the installation time

  • Restoration of ground or
    paving/decking
    We assist with restoring the ground after
    installing your pool and help you build a wooden deck around the pool or lay tiles

To get an accurate estimate of what it would cost you to install a pool, you are welcome to contact us for a free quote.
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Price example of what it costs to build a pool

Below you can see a few examples of what it might cost to build a pool.
We have chosen to include both thermopool and PP pool in our examples so that you can get an idea of the total cost for each type of pool.
NOTE! Prices are indicative prices for southern Sweden and may vary in other parts of the country.

  • THERMOPOOL

    3 x 6 m pool cost

    Cost of the pool (including pool cover and heat pump):
    approx. 150,000 kr
    Cost of pool installation:
    approx. 187,000 kr

    Transport cost of the pool:
    approx. 5,000 kr



    Total cost for 3 x 6 m Thermopool: 350,000 kr

  • PP-pool

    3 x 6 m pool cost

    Cost of the pool (including pool cover and heat pump):
    approx. 252,000 kr
    Cost of pool installation:
    approx. 134,000 kr

    Transport cost of the pool:
    approx. 20,000 kr



    Total cost for 3 x 6 m PP Pool: 410,000 kr

  • TERMOPOOL

    4 x 8 m pool cost

    The cost of the pool (including pool cover and heat pump):
    approx. 190,000 kr
    The cost of pool installation:
    approx. 207,000 kr

    Transport cost of the pool:
    approx. 5,000 kr



    Total cost for 4 x 8 m Thermopool: 410,000 kr

  • PP pool

    4 x 8 m pool cost

    Cost of the pool (including pool cover and heat pump):
    approx. 300,000 kr
    Cost of pool installation:
    approx. 154,000 kr

    Transport cost of the pool:
    approx. 20,000 kr



    Total cost for 4 x 8 m PP Pool: 480,000 kr

How much does a pool cost per month?

  • Having your own pool enhances both quality of life and makes the home a more beautiful place; there is something special about open water next to the house even if it is in a limited space.

    Many who are considering getting a pool are interested in knowing the cost of having a pool installed and ready. However, there are also ongoing costs associated with owning a pool that can be good to keep in mind.

    For us at Pooltime, it is important to be transparent about how we work and what the costs of a pool are so that you as a customer can make a well-informed purchase decision based on facts. Our experience tells us that this approach also creates satisfied customers, which is very important to us.

    To help you keep track of what it costs to have a pool, we have calculated the ongoing monthly costs for a pool.

  • Monthly cost for heating a pool

    The monthly cost of heating a 4 x 8 meter pool with a water temperature of 28 degrees is approximately 500 – 1,000 SEK per month during the swimming season when using a pool heat pump.

    The exact cost depends on several factors, including the size of the pool, how warm you want the water to be, how well insulated the pool is, and whether you have a pool cover installed or not. The heating costs of your pool are also naturally affected by your electricity contract and the overall price of electricity.

  • Monthly cleaning cost

    To be able to use and enjoy your pool, you need to have a clean pool.
    The cost of cleaning your pool depends on the cleaning solution you choose and whether you have a pool cover installed or not.

    It is difficult to give a general answer on the monthly cost of cleaning your pool because the cleaning solution you choose affects the price. But to give an indication of what the cleaning might cost, you can expect about 1,000 – 2,000 SEK per month during the swimming season.

Tips for lowering the monthly cost of your pool

Pool Roof

A pool cover is a great solution to keep the heating costs of your pool down. A pool cover prevents the heat in the water from evaporating and instead keeps it trapped under the cover, which means your heating system doesn't have to work as hard to maintain the water temperature.

In other words, you avoid "burning for the crows," as the old saying goes. Another advantage of a pool cover is that it prevents insects, leaves, pollen, and other debris from falling into the pool and contaminating the water, which reduces the costs of cleaning the pool.
Read more about Pool Covers

Pool Accessories

Another way to keep the ongoing monthly cleaning costs for your pool down is to buy a pool robot or pool vacuum that automatically cleans the pool.
Read more about Pool Accessories