14/10/2026
It’s very easy to get caught up choosing the fun stuff. Pool shape. Tiles. Colour. Landscaping. Hugely important, of course!
But don't forget the equipment, because what you choose now will have a big impact on how easy your pool is to own, and manage, for later.
Here are some questions for you:
1. How will my pool water be sanitised?
Salt chlorination? Mineral? Ozone? A combination?
Ask what the options are and what each means for water quality, ongoing costs and maintenance.
2. How much maintenance will it need?
How much is automated? What will I actually need to do each week? And can technology do some of the work for me?
3. Can I heat it?
Heat pump? Solar? Another option?
If you want a longer swimming season, think about heating before the pool goes in.
4. Can I automate it?
Can I control filtration, heating, sanitisation or other equipment from my phone? Can I check what’s happening when I’m not home?
5. Who helps me if something goes wrong?
Who do I call? Is there local support? Can parts be easily sourced? And will someone actually pick up the phone?
You've got to live with this pool for 5, 10, 20 years, so make the right choices at the beginning.