A private pool in your back garden in France sounds like a luxury — but it doesn’t have to come with luxury-sized costs. At Pools Direct, they’re all about helping you get the pool you’ve always wanted, without draining your savings.. They know how daunting it can seem to understand the rules in France, making sure you’re fully compatible with French installation regulations and dealing with builders and installers – especially for English-speaking expats.
Here’s how Pools Direct can help you save thousands — without cutting corners and with a stress-free pool installation in France.
Fibreglass versus concrete
Concrete pools might sound “classic,” but they can be a pain to install, cost a fortune and with ever increasing material and labour costs, plus weeks (often months) of building, the cost adds up fast. Plus maintenance costs can really stack up, for instance cracks in the walls – which also mean your pool could be out of action for ages.
Fibreglass pools on the other hand are delivered ready to install, much less expensive than concrete pools and can be fitted within a week. And there are lower ongoing costs. Fibreglass excels at retaining heat making it energy-efficient, and has a smooth, non-porous surface — which means it’s much easier to keep clean. Dirt, algae, and debris don’t stick as easily, which means you can use fewer chemicals and if you live in the countryside where dust and leaves are common, this is an important consideration for pool owners.
What pool is best for you?
Birthdays, BBQs, long summer evenings — your pool becomes the heart of your home. It’s where friends gather, family visits feel extra special, and life slows down enough for you to enjoy it properly.
Pools Direct pools come in a variety of shapes and sizes and colours — with family-friendly options that feature thoughtfully designed shapes, layouts, and well-positioned in-water seating areas, as well as longer pools for those who want to enjoy long, leisurely swimming sessions.
Their pools are made with UV-resistant gel coast which prevent fading and resist surface wear so the colour stays fast and your pool looks fresh even after years of use. Fibreglass is designed to flex slightly so it can cope with temperature changes from cold winters to hot summers (and avoid the dreaded cracks in the walls).
Pools Direct in France
The English-speaking family run company, (not a faceless franchise) are happy to advise you which pool is best. They explain everything in clear, plain English. No confusing jargon. No lost-in-translation misunderstandings. Just honest advice and helpful answers.
First pick your pool – the team are happy to help you choose what’s best for your location, budget, and size and shape of your garden. They’ll advise you on preparing the ground – no concrete required – and can help you organise a contractor if needed. They’ll even advise on where best to site the pool, the coping stones that look best round the edge and all aspects of your pool fitting.
They can also help complete and handle the planning permission paperwork (which you do need in France), it’s a service they’ve carried out for many clients as they know it can be a headache, especially for those who don’t speak French.
Delivery is made easy and efficient thanks to their specialized fleet of vehicles, all equipped with cranes—some with an impressive reach of up to 24 meters. No location is too tricky; in fact, they’ve even delivered pools by helicopter when needed. Wherever you are, they’re ready to get your dream pool to you safely and seamlessly.
Once in situ, your pool will need to be backfilled with gravel, plumbed, locked in and landscaping or decking finished.
Then simply jump in and start enjoying your own private pool.
Whether you’re in Normandy, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, the French Riviera or Provence, Pools Direct operate all over France and stay with you throughout the whole process from choosing the pool to taking a dip!
Find out more and have a chat with the team at Pools Direct: poolsdirect.online
