Use a service that will find local pool contractors for you

It makes sense that you'd want a reputable local contractor to construct your pool. You can find the best one for your job by using online forms.

I recommend: Service Magic, LocalHelpFinder.com and Swimming Pool Quotes can link you to a pool installation contractor in your area. Quotes and offers will be sent to your e-mail.

Browse the websites of local pool construction contractors

By looking at information from multiple pool contractors, you can get a good idea of what you want and how much it will cost.

I recommend: Swimming Pool Builders lists reputable builders around the country; prior to listing them, they check the companies’ references thoroughly. Swimming Pool Magazine gives browseable lists of what they consider to be the best swimming pool construction contractors in each state.

Get background information on swimming pool construction

You don't want to make plans, only to find out that they're not feasible, and you don't want to hire a pool contractor who doesn't know what to do. The way to avoid these problems is research.

I recommend: Free Pool Quotes’ site includes many useful features, including an online pool design feature. There are also several useful tip sheets, on topics like how to hire a contractor and the phases of pool construction. Swimming Pool Builders maintains a blog devoted to pool building issues. Online industry publications, like Swimming Pool Magazine also offer tips on building a swimming pool.