Guide - What You Need Locally — Inground Pool Kit
To Source Locally
Your Poolzilla kit ships everything needed to build the pool structure itself. But a complete inground pool installation requires additional materials and contractors that are always sourced and managed locally. This guide tells you exactly what to plan for — and what it typically costs — so there are no surprises.
What You Source
- Steel wall panels + all hardware
- Track coping
- 20 mil custom-fit vinyl liner
- Variable speed pump (sized to pool)
- Sand filter
- Pool steps (shallow end)
- Deep end ladder
- Entry railing
- Safety rope + floats + anchors
- Wide mouth skimmer kit + fittings
- Step-by-step installation manual
- Excavation (digging + hauling)
- Concrete collar + footer
- PVC pipe + fittings + glue
- Main drain assembly
- Electrical wiring + breaker
- Backfill material (vermiculite or sand)
- Wall foam (optional but recommended)
- Pool deck or patio (concrete, pavers, etc.)
- Building permits + inspections
- Opening chemicals (first fill)
Explained
Hire: Excavator / Site contractor
Hire: Concrete contractor or experienced builder
DIY-friendly or hire a plumber
Hire: Licensed electrician — required by code
You apply — contractor may assist
DIY — local pool store or online
Estimates
These ranges are based on national averages for a standard 16×32 inground pool. Your actual costs will vary based on location, soil conditions, access, and local labor rates. Use these as planning estimates — not quotes.
| Item | Low Estimate | High Estimate | DIY Possible? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excavation + soil haul | $3,000 | $8,000 | No — requires equipment |
| Concrete collar + floor | $800 | $2,500 | Experienced builders only |
| PVC plumbing materials | $300 | $700 | Yes — DIY-friendly |
| Electrical (licensed) | $800 | $2,000 | No — code requires licensed |
| Permits + inspections | $150 | $1,500 | Yes — you apply |
| Wall foam (recommended) | $150 | $300 | Yes — DIY-friendly |
| Opening chemicals | $150 | $300 | Yes — DIY-friendly |
| Total Local Costs | ~$5,350 | ~$15,300 | Varies by project |
Before You Order
Before any digging, call 811 (or your state's dig-safe line) to have underground utilities marked. It's free, required by law in most states, and prevents catastrophic — and expensive — accidents.
Most municipalities require pools to be set back a minimum distance from property lines, fences, and structures. Check with your local building department before finalizing pool location.
Excavation prices vary dramatically by contractor. Get at least three quotes. Ask specifically about soil haul-off — some contractors quote excavation only and charge separately for hauling.
Licensed electricians book out weeks in advance during pool season. Lock in your electrician before your kit ships — waiting until the pool is built means delays before you can fill and run the pump.
Decide where your pump and filter will sit before you dig — the equipment pad location determines where your plumbing runs. It should be within 6–8 feet of the pool, on a level concrete pad, accessible for maintenance.
We've helped hundreds of owners plan their builds. A 15-minute call with us before you begin can save you real money and prevent common mistakes. We're available by phone or text — we actually pick up.
You Order?
We'll walk through your specific yard, soil, and site conditions and give you a realistic picture of what to budget locally — before you commit to anything.