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Installing a backyard swimming pool might not be top-of-mind for most people at this time of year, but according to the owner of Leisure Pools Auckland North, Alan Miller, it’s the perfect time to get the job done.
“Build the pool during the cold months and it will be ready to enjoy as soon as summer arrives,” he says.
Alan has been in the swimming pool industry for 35 years, both in New Zealand and Australia.
Over this time, he has been involved in retail, manufacturing, servicing and account management for both pools and spas.
“I spent a lot of years early in my career learning the trade and gaining all the practical and technical knowledge I needed to be successful in this industry.”
Putting in a pool starts with a site visit. Once the style and size of the pool has been determined, then homeowners can think about accessories such as lights, cleaners and covers.
“I’ll prepare a quote based on what’s been discussed and if the customer wants to proceed, the pool can normally be ready to use within three months.”
Pools over 35,000 litre require a resource consent and all pools by law must be fenced which Leisure Pools can help with by providing guidelines.
Alan says that while the average pool costs around $50,000 to $60,000, they add value as well as the “wow” factor when it comes time to selling the property.
“Not only that, they are a great way of keeping the kids, especially teenagers, as home. Most parents find their children are more likely to invite their friends over when there is a pool at their disposal.”
Alan says fibreglass pools require the least maintenance.
“The salt system multi-speed power pump that we recommend has a nine star energy rating, and it filters, circulates and sanitisers the water automatically. Robot cleaners do a fantastic job and even covers can be automated. Maintenance isn’t the issue that it used to be.”
Alan says Leisure Pools is a leader in swimming pool technology including Leisure Pools Patented Composite Armour™ innovation and the patent pending full vinyl ester resin construction, which means it is the only company that can offer a lifetime structural warranty and a lifetime structural osmosis warranty.
“Our warranties are the most impressive company-backed warranties on the market today.”
