It is not uncommon for pool decks to develop a moderate level of cracking over time, but cracks are not something that a homeowner should let go unchecked. Not only can cracks in a pool deck be a sign that there is a much larger issue at hand, larger cracks can also be a hazard for both adults and children, and should be addressed by a professional contractor. New Port Richey residents need to be aware that there are many reasons why their pool deck is starting to show signs of cracking, and it is something that needs to be looked at by a knowledgeable professional.
Poor Pool Installation
Many reasons why a homeowner is experiencing cracks in their pool deck is because the pool was not installed in the proper way. When looked at by a professional contractor, New Port Richey residents might not be aware that lack of proper expansion or control joints in a pool can cause a pool deck to crack later on. Additionally, another installation problem that can happen when building a new pool is the ground around the pool was not looked at beforehand. Most soils in the United States are expansive soils, in which when they get wet, they will expand. This is something that needs to be taken care off, otherwise it will just cause problems for the pool later on.
The Pool was Not Level After Installation
Another common reason why a homeowner may be seeing cracks in their pool deck is the possibility that the pool was build on a slope or angle. This is only worsened if the sediments around the pool are expansive soils. When these kinds of issues are discovered by a professional contractor, New Port Richey residents are often made aware that the bigger the difference is for a level pool, the larger the cracks will be. This is often only attributed to in ground pools and not above ground pools.
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