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How Goodall Builds Inground Pools

What better way to enhance the functionality and aesthetic of your yard in Central Pennsylvania than with an inground pool? Whether you want to connect with others or spend some quiet time alone, a swimming pool has a way of making home your favorite destination.

One of the best things about inground pools is that they can be seamlessly integrated into almost any backyard design, enabling you to completely transform your outdoor environment. With a range of shapes, sizes, and features available, you can choose a pool design that best fits your outdoor space. Whether you prefer traditional or trendy, our seasoned pool professionals can create a beautiful inground pool that suits your style and budget

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The pools we build at Goodall Pools & Spas

Pool Types

The definitive difference between these pool types are the materials with which they are constructed and/or lined. Each pool type involves a different level of customizability and complexity which, in turn, affects the timeline and cost of the construction project.

Fiberglass Pools

Vinyl-Liner Pools

Beach Pools

Fiberglass

What It Is

A fiberglass pool is a type of inground pool that is made of fiberglass and coated with a protective material. At Goodall, we install Latham Fiberglass Pools which are coated with a polyester resin. The pool shell is manufactured off-site and then transported to your property, where it is lowered into an excavated hole and secured in place. Fiberglass pools are known for their durability, low maintenance requirements, and smooth surface. 

Level of Customizability

Fiberglass pools come with predetermined sizes, shapes, depths, and colors that are set by the manufacturer. However, many models can be personalized with the inclusion of unique features such as LED lighting, tanning ledges, tile work, and particular water features.

Timeline for Construction

On average, the construction timeline for a fiberglass pool installation is 3 to 4 weeks; that is how long it typically takes to install the pool and fill it with water. However, other aspects of your backyard project may take longer to complete depending on the overall scope of work.

Cost

The cost of any pool project varies based on several factors like the pool size, included features, and even excavation work in your backyard. However, just like vinyl-liner pools, fiberglass pools are considered to be an affordable option for homeowners looking to install a pool

Vinyl-Liner

What It Is

A vinyl-liner pool is a type of inground pool that is constructed with a reinforced metal frame and then lined with a heavy-duty vinyl material. The liner is custom-fit to the shape and size of the pool and serves as a waterproof barrier between the water and the frame. Vinyl-liner pools are known for their versatility as well as the wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors available. Owners of vinyl-liner pools should be aware that the liner will need to be replaced every 10 to 15 years on average due to substantial use and exposure to the elements.

Level of Customizability

Vinyl-liner pools provide a high level of customization as owners can choose from a wide range of sizes, shapes (both geometric and freeform ), and multiple colors and patterns for the liner (e.g., classic blue, jade, earthy tan, etc.). The liner's flexible nature enables easy integration of unique structural elements such as tanning ledges, custom staircases, and various water features like bubblers, cascades, and deck jets.

Timeline for Construction

The average construction for a vinyl-liner pool is 6 to 8 weeks; that is how long it typically takes to install the pool and fill it with water. However, other aspects of your backyard project may take longer to complete depending on the overall scope of work.

Cost

The cost of any pool project varies based on several factors like the pool size, included features, and even excavation work in your backyard. However, just like fiberglass, vinyl-liner pools are considered to be an affordable option for homeowners looking to install a pool.

Beach Pools by Biodesign

What It Is

Biodesign Pools, also known as “beach pools,” are a more recent development in the inground pool market. They are designed and constructed in such a way that they resemble a natural body of water with a beach style entry. 

Level of Customizability

Our Beach Pools by Biodesign are designed in a freeform or geometric shape, with the outline, depth, contours, and color being more adjustable to accommodate the space and your preferences. Due to their structural and material elements, our Beach Pools can only be up to a maximum of 6’ deep.

Timeline for Construction

Construction time for a Beach Pool is between 4 and 5 weeks on average; that is how long it typically takes to install the pool and fill it with water. However, other aspects of your backyard project may take longer to complete depending on the overall scope of work.

Cost

Our Beach Pools by Biodesign are comparable to luxury concrete pools in terms of cost. The overall price can vary based on several factors including the pool size, features, and even excavation work in your backyard. However, their highly specialized composition puts them in the six-figure range for most projects.

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The Pool Building Process

At Goodall, we have pool building down to a science. With over six decades in the business, our expert pool builders know how to usher projects from concept to completion so our customers can enjoy some of the most beautiful inground pools in Pennsylvania.

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Fiberglass Pool

Fiberglass pools take less time to install than vinyl-liner pools (i.e., between 3 and 4 weeks). Once our crew excavates the space and lays a stone bottom in the pool’s footprint, we unload the pool from an extra-long flat bed truck using a crane. The pool is set into the dug hole, and, then, we secure it through plumbing and backfilling.

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TESTIMONIALS

Reviews from Our Customers

We are proud of the work we have done throughout our community in Central Pennsylvania for several decades. The words and experiences of our customers are what we are most proud of. See what our customers are saying about how Goodall Pools & Spas has helped them enjoy sparkling water and lifelong memories.

Lois Shuman

Start to finish my experience with Goodall Pools has been spot on. Highly recommend if you are looking to purchase a swim spa, take time to talk with them. They made the process super easy.

Kathy Bagian

Outstanding service. They are very helpful with maintaining my swim spa water balance and correcting any problems. I would highly recommend Goodall Pools!

Jodi Bova

Purchased pool chemicals for the upcoming season. Staff is very helpful. Love the pre-season sale!

Barbera Wilson

Very helpful in testing water sample quickly and providing results. They always have the chemicals needed at the store and are friendly and effective!

Donald Meyers

Goodall Pools just replaced the liner in my inground pool and installed a new LED light and controller. They did a great job. The pool looks great and the new LED light is interesting with many different colors and "light shows.” I'm very happy with the service from Goodall Pools.

Linda Cober

Everyone is knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. They always give me good advice.

Marci Lebo

Knowledgeable, friendly staff and technicians who deliver amazing customer service. As a new home and pool owner, I was overwhelmed when I took the cover off for the first time this season and found a pool that literally looked like a swamp. Bob Goodall and his army of pool experts took my pool from a murky green nightmare to crystal clear, beautiful water in no time. I can’t thank them enough!

Brad Boyer

I have used Goodall Pools many times over the years. I have always found them to be very responsive and professional each and every time. I highly recommend them for any pool need.

Mir Elias

Always responsive and professional. Helped us renovate a 20-year old pool and taught us the ropes on what to keep my eye on with our various pool components through their excellent Gold Member service. They keep the pool clean and sparkling blue. We’ve enjoyed interacting with every person we’ve met there from the owners onwards. Truly a unique and solidly family owned business that we need more of. Thank you!

Janet Turner

Designed and installed a resort-feel beautiful pool with lots of features. We absolutely love it. The store employees are wonderful about testing our pool water (no matter how many times I take samples in) and explaining the computer printout that tells me exactly how much of each chemical my pool needs. I highly recommend Goodall Pools!

Amber Wilson

First time saltwater pool owner. They were very helpful, knowledgeable and patient. They went over everything I needed to know and step by step of what I need to do. Look forward to dealing with them for all my future pool supplies and questions.

Deborah Celano

Since we are new to the hot tub experience, we had a lot of questions and concerns. Adam at Goodall Pools/Spas was most professional and extremely patient making sure we understood the process of maintaining our hot tub. He printed out and walked us through all the instructions we required to keep our hot tub sparkling clean.

Derek “Dr. Google” Bicksler

Great company, and more importantly, great people. Awesome multigenerational family owned business that doesn't just sell pools and spas, but you can tell they also really care about their customers. Highly recommend!

Kim Wetzel

I’m a new spa owner and am in the actual showroom often with tons of questions.They have always taken the time to make sure I know what I’m doing and how to correct any issues. Great customer service!

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