Hello, after many years of the family begging, we finally got a pool (above ground pool). Due to all the COVID stuff, they can't install until July so I am trying to learn all I can right now. One thing I am having a hard time figuring out is, what does it typically cost to run electric to the pool site? I live in a small town so there are not many electricians and I only got one "over the phone" estimate so far and I almost choked on the price he gave me. I have no idea if it's fair, cheap or way expensive. The pool is going to be about 40 - 50 feet from the house. Our electric breaker is in the basement. I know they will have to trench electric out. Anybody have any ideas what a "ball park" range is? I don't know if something like this is a $1,000 job or a $10,000 job. I just want to know what you all think I should expect the price range to be.
Also, is there a good Solar option instead? I've looked at a few but to be honest I am not very handy with anything electrical (and I know NOTHING about pool pumps, etc.) so a lot of what I am reading goes over my head and not sure if what I am looking at are complete kits or if they still require other things, etc.
Also, is there a good Solar option instead? I've looked at a few but to be honest I am not very handy with anything electrical (and I know NOTHING about pool pumps, etc.) so a lot of what I am reading goes over my head and not sure if what I am looking at are complete kits or if they still require other things, etc.