Cool down, relax, and spend time with family and friends by installing a swimming pool for everyone to enjoy. While entertainment is the primary goal of the project, making sure everyone is safe and secure is the top priority. Before your contractors begin pool construction, take a moment to learn the do’s and don’ts of having fun in the water safely.

Do:

Install protective barriers.

To keep curious, unsupervised pets and children away from the water, ask the contractor to install a fence around the pool’s perimeter to block access. You should also utilize alarms and a specialty cover to enhance the protections after pool construction is complete.

Make sure everyone can swim.

Anyone with regular access to the water should be a strong swimmer. This recommendation applies to individuals of all ages. To achieve this feat, enroll the household in professional swimming lessons. If your family has adults who won’t be swimming, ask them to take a CPR course so that they know what to do if someone needs help.

Don’t:

Leave children or pets unattended.

When it’s swim time, an adult needs to be present to supervise the activities. If, for any reason, you need to go indoors, make everyone exit behind the pool barrier until your return. Furthermore, young children should only enter the pool wearing safety equipment, like arm flotation devices or life jackets.

Forget to check drain covers.

Drains are a necessary component of a swimming pool, and they can create a strong pull. To avoid a suction entrapment, ensure that compliant drain covers are installed during pool construction. Visually inspect each cover regularly for signs of damage that could pose a risk. As an added precaution, teach children to avoid drains while swimming.

If you’re ready to begin pool construction, contact the trusted team at Central Pacific Specialty Contractors in Aiea, HI. These professionals help Oahu homeowners create custom swimming pools to enhance their outdoor areas. After construction, their team will help you maintain the structure by installing a water treatment control system. View a gallery of their past projects online, or call (808) 262-2527 to request an estimate.