5/23/2013

Choosing Pool And Spa Maintenance Contractors

By Antoinette Quinn


Swimming is one of the best exercises you can do. It is low impact and works the muscles. However because it involves little strain people of all ages can get the benefits from it. Unfortunately some people can feel self conscious while swimming. Therefore you may want to get your own. Make sure you get the right pool and spa maintenance so that you get the full benefit.

The first thing to consider is what you want for your home. There may not necessarily be room for something to suit an Olympic swimmer or a luxury spa area. However it is not just about aesthetics or practicality it is also about making sure that you have permission to do any building work on your property.

Another thing to consider is local building codes. Find out about what is permitted in your local area just to be sure that what you are building does not violate those codes. It is also advisable to speak with your neighbours about this first just as a courtesy to them and so that they know what you intend to build and can prepare for any disruption.

Once you are aware of what you want you can then begin to compare the options available to you. Try to look reasonably close to your local area so that the company do not charge too much in travel costs in order to get to your property. Ideally you ought to get at least three quotes as this will allow you to compare costs and services as well as helping you to negotiate the best possible deal.

References are also a crucial aspect. It is not just enough for them to give you some names or to hand you some literature with quotes from satisfied customers. The references they give you ought to be people are available to contact independently so that you get to hear their feedback directly.

In simple terms this means that they can be trusted. However do not simply take them saying it on trust. They ought to be listed with an association. The additional benefit is that if anything goes wrong then you have someone that you can complain to.

Remember to get as much detail from the quote as possible from the contractor. Very low quotes are likely to include hidden costs which is why comparing different quotes is so important. One particularly key one is liability insurance. If the company does not have this and a contractor gets injured on your property then you will end up having to pay compensation for them.

There are various company directories where you can find pool and spa maintenance contractors. This will make it easier to find contractors that are conveniently situated near you. It is also worth checking online for customer feedback so that you can find the best contractors to suit your needs.




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