Thinking about installing your own pool to save some serious dollars? You’re not the only one. More Aussies than ever are taking the
DIY swimming pool construction route—and as the only national DIY pool company in the country with over a 1,000 pools delivered, we’ve heard it all. The wins, the face-palms, the backyard blunders.
Truth is, building your own fibreglass pool can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do—if you know what to watch out for. While it might sound as easy as “dig, drop, swim,” there are a few sneaky pitfalls that can turn your dream project into an expensive mess. And no one wants to be the bloke calling for help halfway through a half-filled hole in the backyard.
So if you’re feeling pumped but also quietly wondering, “What if I stuff it up?”—you’re in the right place. We’ve helped hundreds of DIYers just like you avoid the classic mistakes (including ones we made ourselves when we first DIY installed a pool). In this guide, we’ll walk you through what to look out for—so your build goes smoothly, your budget stays intact, and your first cannonball happens sooner rather than later.
Grab a cuppa, take a breath, and let’s get you sorted.