Is $5,500 too much for liner replacement?

[alosito]

I am having a hard time finding companies that would be able to replace the vinyl liner of my pool. The one I found gave me a quote of $5,500-$5,800 (Latham) for my size of 33'x17'. A quick Google search shows that a national average for a pool liner replacemebt is $2,327. Am I being overcharged?

One other place I able to get a quote was Angi, and it was just $780 for the job only. The guy told me to get a liner and gaskets from any local pool supply store. He said I have a standard pool size, and it wouldn't be hard to find a liner at a store. Should I go this route to try to save money?

 

[Newdude]

A quick Google search shows that a national average for a pool liner replacemebt is $2,327. Am I being overcharged?

That's probably pre-shortages. Maybe even long before. You also have to look at that 'average' for what it is. You (CA) and me (NY) pay through the nose and somewhere else is the cheapest. We never get average priced anything.

He said I have a standard pool size, and it wouldn't be hard to find a liner at a store. Should I go this route to try to save money?

It depends what kind of liner the pool store has. Is it a name brand ? Is it so cheap you'd risk it with a no name brand ?

 

[alosito]

You (CA) and me (NY) pay through the nose and somewhere else is the cheapest.

Even just for the material? Do you know approximately how much a liner would cost if I just order it straight from the manufacturer? Or does every reputable manufacturer sell lines only through regional dealers who set their own mark-ups and sell them only with an installation?

 

[Newdude]

Or does every reputable manufacturer sell lines only through regional dealers who set their own mark-ups and sell them only with an installation?

Probably. But the little guys can get them too.

 

[JamesW]

The one I found gave me a quote of $5,500-$5,800 (Latham) for my size of 33'x17'.

What is included, not included, optional, extra etc?

For a good professional job, it's not way out of range.

That's a tricky pool to measure accurately and get a good fit.

Can you get other proposals?

 

[JamesW]

Is the original pool builder still in business?

 

[Leebo]

Is the original pool builder still in business?

This is a VERY good question as the original builder likely has the original measurements for the liner. As @JamesW mentioned that’s an odd shape to try to measure and get a perfect fit, having somebody else measure and take all the responsibility for the fit may have some benefits. Several years ago (like almost 8 now) when we had the liner installed professionally the end cost was around $3,000 so the number you spit out doesn’t sound horrid depending on what’s included.

 

[alosito]

Is the original pool builder still in business?

I have no idea who built the pool. We bought the house with the pool three years ago, and I can't get a hold of the previous owner.

 

[alosito]

What is included, not included, optional, extra etc?

What can they not include in the price? I was just given the total for entire job and was told that to replace the u-shape gaskets around the steps would be $150 extra.

 

[Lanzz]

I paid about $6,800 last march for a new Latham liner installed - I would err on the side of an experienced installer to avoid issues. There were cheaper options, but I went with the person with the most knowledge and experience. No regrets, it came out great. If you can get a quality job by an experienced installer for $5K, I would grab it.

 

[borjis]

Often behind the liner in the shallow side is a serial number, that can be used to cut a new one. Also need the brand. It's that or it gets custom measured for a bit more.

 

[PoolStored]

20x40 liner replacement, fall 2021. $5,500. North East Ohio. Labor and materials.

 

[JamesW]

What can they not include in the price?

Any repairs to the walls or floor.

Maybe measuring the pool if they assume that you have the measurements.

Maybe wall foam, gaskets, faceplates, main drain covers etc.

Maybe water control if the water table is high.

Companies can always find "extras" to add additional costs.

People should always ask what is included, what is not included, what is extra, what is optional, what are the unknowns, what are the risks, what might happen to increase the costs etc.

Did you receive a written proposal?

What were the terms and conditions?

 

[JamesW]

I have no idea who built the pool.

You can go to the city to get copies of all permits for your property.

 

[Jdevi123]

I was quoted about $7k in Louisiana....

 

[sktn77a]

One other place I able to get a quote was Angi, and it was just $780 for the job only. The guy told me to get a liner and gaskets from any local pool supply store. He said I have a standard pool size, and it wouldn't be hard to find a liner at a store. Should I go this route to try to save money?

Only problem there is that he's not responsible for any issues you may have - he'll just blame you and the liner you ordered. If it was as easy as he says, then he should be able to measure and order it!