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How long does it really take to install a pool?
In this episode of The Pool Guides Podcast, Cristian Shirilla talks with pool industry expert Jason Hughes about what actually controls your pool installation timeline — and why speed alone is a dangerous way to choose a pool.
Common Questions This Episode Answers:
From the moment you sign a contract to the day you finally swim, pool timelines are influenced by far more than just pool type. Scope of work, permits, inspections, weather, contractor backlog, and even the time of year can quietly add weeks or months to your project.
You’ll also hear the true story behind a legendary fiberglass pool install completed in just eight hours and fifteen minutes — why it happened, what it proves, and why you should never expect that timeline for your own backyard.
This episode is designed to help you manage expectations, reduce stress during construction, and choose the pool you’ll enjoy for the next 10+ years — not just the one that promises the fastest install.
What You’ll Learn:
Guest: Jason Hughes
Jason Hughes is a partner at River Pools Virginia and a GENESIS instructor with the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA). With more than 20 years of hands-on experience, Jason has worked on thousands of residential pool projects and helps homeowners understand what really matters when planning a pool.
By River PoolsHow long does it really take to install a pool?
In this episode of The Pool Guides Podcast, Cristian Shirilla talks with pool industry expert Jason Hughes about what actually controls your pool installation timeline — and why speed alone is a dangerous way to choose a pool.
Common Questions This Episode Answers:
From the moment you sign a contract to the day you finally swim, pool timelines are influenced by far more than just pool type. Scope of work, permits, inspections, weather, contractor backlog, and even the time of year can quietly add weeks or months to your project.
You’ll also hear the true story behind a legendary fiberglass pool install completed in just eight hours and fifteen minutes — why it happened, what it proves, and why you should never expect that timeline for your own backyard.
This episode is designed to help you manage expectations, reduce stress during construction, and choose the pool you’ll enjoy for the next 10+ years — not just the one that promises the fastest install.
What You’ll Learn:
Guest: Jason Hughes
Jason Hughes is a partner at River Pools Virginia and a GENESIS instructor with the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA). With more than 20 years of hands-on experience, Jason has worked on thousands of residential pool projects and helps homeowners understand what really matters when planning a pool.