Swimming Pools - Frequently Asked Questions
Where Do I Start?
Select a pool package from the supplier.
Email a copy of your plat of survey as well as your Village/City/County’s Pool Installation requirements form to info@precisionpropertypros.com.
Call JULIE (811) to have your utilities located.
Schedule a site evaluation with Precision Property Pros Inc. at 815-321-1800. (The Site Evaluation Fee is $150 and is refunded once final inspection is approved).
Select a hard surface for around the pool (Pavers/Concrete/Decking), additional Pool/Patio features, as well as any additional desired pool accessories and email your selections over to info@precisionpropertypros.com.
Receive your pool installation estimate. (If accepted, sign and return to Precision Property Pros Inc.)
Make deposit payment via check or online payment portal.
Receive the site plan drawing (If accepted, sign and return to Precision Property Pros Inc.)
Receive permit approval.
Sign installation agreement.
Schedule pre-installation walkthrough (This will take place within the week prior to your scheduled installation date.
Schedule installation date.
What is the pool installation process?
Excavation/Demolition
Installation of the pool structure
Installation of pool plumbing
Installation of pool mechanicals
Installation of pool accessories and special features
Installation of electrical components
Installation of gas line
Installation of hard surface around the pool
Installation of patio accessories and special features
Landscape installation
Lawn repair
NOTE: Inspections to be scheduled at specific times throughout the installation process.
Do I need to acquire my own permit?
No, Precision Property Pros Inc. includes the cost of permitting in all of their installation costs.
What is a grading plan?
A grading plan is a drawing completed by a civil engineer that indicates the elevations and contours of your property. A copy of the grading plan will be given to the customer for their records.
Is a grading plan required?
Certain Village/City/Counties require a grading plan to be completed prior to your pool installation. Please contact your village/city/county for more information on if a grading plan is required in your area.
What does a grading plan cost?
If your Village/City/County requires a grading plan to be completed, the cost of the grading plan is $2,400. This cost is in addition to all installation costs and is paid separately.
What is the payment breakdown throughout the project?
10% Deposit - Paid upon signing the estimate.
40% Payment - Paid during pre-installation walkthrough.
25% Payment - Paid once pool plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work is completed.
20% Payment - Paid once the hard surface around the pool is completed.
5% Payment - Paid once the yard is roughly graded and final inspection is completed.
Is there a warranty?
A 1 year installation warranty is included. Precision Property Pros Inc. warrants the installation of products to be free from defects in workmanship from the date the installation of the product is completed for a period of 1 year of normal use.
What if I have a small yard or a large hill to deal with?
Precision Property Pros Inc. specializes in yard coverage calculations. We have the ability to figure out which size inground pool will suit the customer best for their specific yard size. Land contours are taken into consideration when completing the site evaluation. Our team has the ability to determine if a specific installation will need a retaining wall due to the contour of the property. These additional jobs will be listed on the installation estimate that the customer will receive upon completion of their site evaluation.
Why do estimates vary so much between different installation companies?
Certain companies only include the installation of the pool structure itself. Permitting, Gas, Electric, Concrete and Paver Patios, Decks, Water Features, Landscaping, and Lawn Repair are the most common services that are needed once a pool is installed. Most contractors do not include these services on their estimates. Precision Property Pros Inc. includes all of the services that the customer would like quoted as well as all the services that the village/city/county requires to be completed prior to a final inspection being approved.
How much does an inground pool cost?
Due to the many different variables of an inground pool installation, it is very difficult to project a price range. Precision Property Pros Inc. recommends that the customer schedules a site evaluation to determine what the customer’s wants and needs are. Once this is completed, an estimate will be presented to the customer.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to call us at 815-321-1800 or fill out the form below and a member of our team will contact you shortly.