If you are a homeowner and have been playing with the idea of building a pool in your backyard but are afraid it might be too small, there is still hope. Even having a small pool in a small yard is beneficial to the property value of the home. An inground pool is most likely the best option for a smaller yard, and it can be made from several varied materials including concrete, vinyl, or fiberglass.
Fiberglass can be very limited when it comes to the available sizes, however, so you may want to cross this option off if you have a smaller yard and are unsure of the shape you will have to get to accommodate the space you have available.
A vinyl liner or concrete pool, on the other hand, comes in a variety of different shapes and sizes, and you will run into very few limitations if you choose one of these two materials.
Minimal Maintenance
If it is a small pool that requires minimal maintenance, then you should consider crossing concrete off the list as well because concrete pools require maintenance on a long term as well as seasonal level.
Price of a Small Pool
The price of building a smaller pool in Arizona is also probably going to be significantly lower than it would cost for a larger pool. You can potentially save up to 40% on the cost of a pool when you have to downsize to accommodate a smaller space.
Free Form Pool
A free form pool is typically an irregular style and shape and can be shaped according to the layout of the yard which makes them a popular choice for smaller yards. Concrete can be poured to fill in any size, shape, or configuration you choose. Vinyl can also be used and can be virtually any design you wish.
Final Decision
No matter which material you choose or shape you choose for your small pool, you will also want to note how much space you will need if you will want to add a deck or outside furniture around the pool. Typically for a deck, you will need at least a seven to eight-foot clearance which means the size of the pool may have to be a bit smaller than your original estimate. A qualified Arizona pool builder will be able to help you determine what would work in your small yard.
