Your pool needs some love. Maybe it’s cracked tile, faded plaster, or a pump that sounds like it’s filing a complaint. You’re probably wondering when the best time to remodel a pool is without losing a whole summer of swimming. Short answer: fall. Here are 5 reasons why, plus how to get started.
1. You’re Barely Swimming Anyway
Once fall hits, pool time drops. In colder areas, it stops completely. Even with a heater or a spa, you’re in the water way less than you were in July. Your pool will be out of commission during the remodel anyway, so do it when you’ll miss it least. That alone makes fall the best time to remodel a pool.
2. Off-Season Can Mean Better Pricing
Fall is the off season for pool companies. Fewer projects means crews want to stay busy, and that can give you more room to negotiate. Equipment prices also tend to go up in the new year. If your remodel includes new pumps, filters, cleaners, heaters, lighting, or control devices, locking it in this fall may help you dodge those price hikes.
3. Your Project Gets More Attention
In spring, everyone wants their pool done by Memorial Day. In summer, it’s July Fourth or Labor Day. That rush is when delays happen. In fall, crews aren’t as slammed, so your project is more likely to get the time and care it deserves.
4. Your Pool Is Ready the First Warm Day
Wait until January and you’re in line behind everyone else. By February or March, new pool builds take over, and some builders won’t touch a remodel until after Labor Day. That’s a whole summer gone. Start in fall, and you’ll be cannonballing in on day one of swim season.
5. Your Landscaping Gets a Head Start
Fall is prime planting season in much of the U.S., so new plants have time to root before spring. Check the Farmers’ Almanac for the best planting times in your area. Bigger remodels with new decking or heavy equipment can rough up your yard, so plan them together: pool work first, fresh landscaping right after.
How to Plan Your Pool Remodel This Fall
Ready to make your move? Here’s how to start:
- Make your wish list. New tile, plaster, decking, lights, a smarter pump? Write it all down.
- Get a quote and timeline. Find out what fits your budget and how long it will take.
- Book before the holidays. Lock in your spot before the spring rush fills the calendar.
Don’t Wait for the Spring Rush
So, when’s the best time to remodel a pool? Right now, before the window closes. While everyone else is holiday shopping, you could be locking in your spot. Picture it: the first warm Saturday, fresh tile, new lights, and you’re doing cannonballs while the neighbors are still on a waitlist (#LAME).
Get your free remodel quote and start planning your backyard glow-up today. Not sure what your pool needs yet? Explore our remodeling services for ideas.
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