Imperial Pool Builders explain the difference between fiberglass and concrete pools
Making a decision to become a swimming pool owner means you will be making a lot of decisions before you sign any contracts. You will need to determine your budget, where the pool will be installed, the building material, what accessories you want with the pool and the brand and style of equipment you will have installed — among many others! The biggest choice you will make is whether you will have a fiberglass or a concrete aka gunite pool constructed. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages and costs associated with it.
The swimming pool contractors from Imperial Pool Builders explain some of the differences between the building material types and they include: 
- Installation is quicker and easier with a fiberglass pool. These pools are pre-formed shells that are simply placed into the excavated area in your yard.
- Concrete pools are constructed on-site and take longer to complete.
- Concrete pools allow for a wider variety of pool shapes and designs.
- Fiberglass pool shapes are pre-determined and you will make your decision based on a pre-formed choice of shells.
- Fiberglass pools will also have a pre-determined depth.
- Concrete swimming pools allow you the option of varying depths and even beach entry design.
- Fiberglass swimming pools are smooth and slippery
- Concrete pools have a rougher texture than fiberglass pools.
- Concrete pools are more longer-lived than fiberglass pools, but fiberglass pools are extremely durable.
- The aesthetics of both concrete and fiberglass are equal and and complement any home style or outdoor landscape theme
Regardless of the building material you choose, look for a pool contractor who is experienced in that material and do your research before making final decisions on both the contractor and the pool design.