Installing a pool in your home might be initially expensive. However, this amenity will surely help you cut down on recreational costs in the future. With a swimming pool, you can do many activities, from family reunions to simple unwinding, all within a few steps from your house.
That said, one of the many factors included in the costs is the price of the pool liner. This part of the amenity can reach several thousands of dollars depending on your choices. Read on to know more about the details of the swimming pool liner cost!
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Average Swimming Pool Liner Cost
For one, there are liners for an inground pool and those for an above-ground pool. The former has a price range of around $700 to $1,500, while the latter runs from $100 to $600.
As you’ve noticed, inground pool liners prices are more expensive. That’s because the area of installation is more likely to have custom shapes, and that means you need to customize your liners to fit your pool.
The cost may be lower or higher than the figures, as there are other factors that will affect the total price.
Cost Factors
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Above-ground pool liners will be more expensive the larger and the thicker the material you need. The design of the liner will also affect the cost. Generally, basic blue colors will be the cheapest option.
The type of above-ground pool liners will also determine the total cost. When we say “type”, it pertains to the mechanism you’ll use to seal the edge of the liner to the pool. That said, there are three basic types namely the overlap, j-hook, and uni-bead.
As for inground pool liners prices, factors that will affect the total include the type, shape, and size of the liner. The thickness of the material will also decide the cost. Most inground liners are 28 mils thick, but some homeowners may choose the thicker ones (which are costlier) as they would last longer.
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Moreover, there are add-ons such as steel covered steps and bench seats that will surely increase the total cost.
Sample Costs
To further give you an idea of the costs, let’s take a peek at some of the prices charged by different suppliers:
- Pool Warehouse: $546 to $1,590 (inground, depending on size and thickness)
- Royal Swimming Pools: $549 to $1,779 (inground, deluxe, premiere, and designer brand types have maximum costs of more than $2,000)
- Pool Center: $96 to $347 (above-ground, 18 ft. round liner)
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Note that apart from the material, you will also have to consider the cost of installing or replacing your pool liners.
Installation, Repair, and Replacement Costs
Of course, you’d have to consider the installation expenses if you want a finished pool. According to Home Advisor, the price of installing above-ground pool liners ranges between $250 and $800. The inground variety, on the other hand, will cost between $1,000 and $2,500.
Note that the biggest determinant of the installation price is the size of the pool.
The lowest price you may pay for a simple repair, on the other hand, is $350. Some of the repairs you may need for your liners include:
- Holes, tears, and snags
- Sun damage
- Liner wrinkles
- Popped out beads
- Floor damage
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Sometimes, though, repairs are not enough and you have to spend more. That said, the replacement cost of pool liners will vary depending on the type.
According to Improve.net, replacing an inground liner prices between $3,000 and $4,000, while an above-ground type may cost as low as $500.
The replacement cost of pool liners can be as expensive as installing new ones. Sometimes, it can even get costlier. However, you don’t have to think of the expenses right away as most pool liners can last for up to 20 years (with proper care and maintenance). The instances when you already need to do an overhaul include:
- The pool liner is old enough to merit a replacement
- Improper installation of the liners
- The liner (especially the vinyl ones) is cut by a sharp object
- Your pool contains wrong chemicals that can eat away at the liner
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DIY Costs
If your pool requires minor repairs, you can actually do the fixing yourself. You can save money by doing it as repair kits will not cost you more than a hundred dollars.
Furthermore, properly maintaining your pool will prevent damages from popping up in the first place. According to this BriansPoolCare, some of the things you can do to maintain your liners in top shape include:
- Skimming: A skimmer (or a shallow net used to remove debris from the surface of the water) costs around $7.
- Use of chlorine: Two gallons of liquid chlorine runs around $8.
- Use of muriatic acid: A gallon costs around $7.70. Just remember to strictly follow the instructions as too much of the chemical will cause damage to the pool.
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- Use of soda ash: Neutralizing the muriatic acid in your pool will cost you around $8.
- Vacuuming: You need a pool vacuum to pick up debris that the skimmer can’t handle. The cost can range from $20 to as much as $600.
- Covering your pool. A pool cover is expensive (less than $600) but will effectively protect the amenity when it’s not in use.
- PH-testing your pool. To make sure that the water in your pool is safe, you need to subject a sample of it to a test. A testing kit will cost around $15.
Though DIY projects is a real money-saver, performing it without sufficient knowledge and skills may result in more damages (and more expenses). That said, hire professionals if you think you’re not sure of what you’re doing.
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