How much do lap pools cost in Australia?

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A lap pool is a great way to add a touch of luxury to your home and is perfect for keeping fit without having to visit the gym. But how much does lap pool installation cost in Australia?

At Gibson Family Pools, we specialise in premium fibreglass lap pools for properties in Port Macquarie and the surrounding areas. On average, our lap pools cost between $38,000 – $45,000 to install, however, this depends on a variety of factors. Read on to find out more about what impacts the cost of lap pool installation in Australia.

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Factors that can impact the cost of a lap pool installation

The cost of lap pool installation is influenced by a number of factors, from design and finishes to location and planning permission costs.

Pool size

The size of your pool will influence the overall cost, with the length, width and depth being customisable to your requirements. At Gibson Family Pools, our lap pools are available in three different sizes:

  • 8.3m x 3.4m
  • 10.1m x 3.5m
  • 12.2m x 3.4m

Opting for a larger lap pool will increase the price, however, this will also make for a more striking pool with additional space for when friends and family visit.

Quality & layout of property

The layout of your property will influence the cost of your pool, as will the quality of the installation. Practical factors to consider include:

  • Will your outdoor space need to be reconfigured to fit a lap pool?
  • Is the plumbing installation straightforward?
  • How difficult is excavation?
    Does the area need levelling?
  • What materials will be used during installation?
  • Legally, your pool requires a fence.
  • Where will this go?

The above factors can result in an increase in cost, so it is important to discuss these with your contractor before work commences.

 

Exterior pool finishes

The finishes you choose for your lap pool will influence the overall price of the project. These can include:

  • Tiling
  • Aggregate
  • Mosaics
  • Steps & ladders
  • Fencing

Pool extras & accessories

To make the most out of your new lap pool, you may choose to add some extras and accessories. This will drive up the overall price, however, may mean that you get more for your money in the long run. Extras may include:

  • Heating – electric, gas or solar-powered
  • Pool covers
  • Slides
  • Water features
  • Benches/seating areas
  • Loungers
  • Spa jets

Council permits

In New South Wales, any pool that is capable of holding more than 2,000 litres of water, or is 300mm deep, may require approval. As such, before work can commence on your lap pool it is important to first seek planning permission from the council.

Your completed pool must also be registered on the NSW Swimming Pool Register and must comply with all legal requirements. Gibson Family Pools can provide you with expert advice when applying for a council pool permit.

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A quick note to say thank you for the great job that you and all of the team did for us. The entire process was very smooth and we were extremely happy with the final product. Jayson's suggestions regarding the positioning of the pool and even his landscaping ideas were very much appreciated. Your team were all very professional and courteous during the construction phase, I've never seen such a tidy construction site! The fact that the boys even filled in the small wheel marks on the lawn with top soil when they left highlights the excellent attention to detail that was evident throughout the project. Thanks again for an excellent job and for all of your help.
Brendan and Catherine Moylan, Moree
We would like to thank Jayson, Katwin and the rest of the team at Gibson Family pools for installing our pool. Jayson listened to what we wanted and his advice and suggestions were to our needs and budget. We had a hassle free experience from day one and the process was made easy as Katwin and Jayson took care of everything from the paperwork, dealing with local council to the installation process. The team were friendly and professional and got the work completed within the time frame given - we praise their efforts given the time of year.

We will be using Gibson Family Pools for our future property and we highly recommend them above any other local pool installation company.
Fred and Leilani Garcia,Port Macquarie
We are really happy with our new pool. Jayson was able to give us great suggestions on how the pool would work best with our house and yard and the travertine tiling around the pool looks fantastic. The entire team were easy to work with and went out of their way to please us.

A friend suggested that we contact Jayson and Katwin when we were considering a pool and in turn we have had no hesitation in recommending Gibson Family Pools to our friends. Thank you very much for a great result at a much better price than other quotes we received.
Richard and Sheryl, Tamworth
I just wanted to take the opportunity to say a big thank you to Jayson and your company for everything that you have done over the last 12 months in the design and implementation of our pool and surrounds. Jayson has been awesome, I like his casual attitude and approach ability, but professional approach to getting the job done. The time he spent with us was invaluable in getting our ideas into reality. The pool has made a massive difference to our lives already, and it is not even summer yet!
Robert Wright, Tamworth
Thank you Jayson, Katwin and staff of Gibson Family Pools for your totally professional and efficient installation of our new pool. From our first enquiry to the clean up on completion we could not have asked for anything better.

We have previously had three pools installed by big name companies who find extras almost every day and don’t turn up when promised. It has been an absolute pleasure dealing with your company and having your staff on site.
Alan and Annette Bradford, Forster
We have nothing but praise for Gibson Family Pools. We shopped around and couldn't fault their service from the very first email, very first site visit, install and finally through to the after sales service.

When the pool was finished you couldn't even tell that large machinery had been used to install the pool, so neat was the installation process. We changed our mind a few times regarding the concrete layout, all changes were accommodated without fuss. Our funds were limited so Katwin and Jayson worked to our budget.
Rod and Naomi Miller, Port Macquarie
Just a quick note of thanks for our fantastic new pool. We found the experience to be painless and trouble free. Jayson went out of his way to source a pool that met our requirements and worked with us throughout the whole design and installation process.

The new pool area looks great, everything is functioning as it should and I would recommend Gibson Family Pools to anyone considering a new pool.
Rob and Tane Power, Port Macquarie
I just wanted to thank you for our amazing new pool and spa. Choosing the Brooklyn design was the best thing we ever did. The kids just love jumping from the spa to the pool, then wading area and back again. It's like having 3 pools in one. They could honestly do it for hours on end. The hard part is getting them out by the end of the day. The Connect 10 setup with heat pump has been fantastic. We can heat the spa to 37 degrees in just 2-3 hours. I never thought it would be so quick. AMAZING!

Thanks again to everyone who worked on it, especially Jayson and his team.
Lindsay and Bree Moller, Port Macquarie
Thanks so much for all your help. We are very happy with the pool. It was a very easy process and we will definitely be recommending Gibson Family Pools to others.
Simone and Jeremy Tydd, Lake Cathie
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