Pools & Spas

Frequently asked questions

• Q1. What types of inground swimming pools do you install in Surrey and Langley?
  • A: We specialize in complete design-build installations of premium inground vinyl-liner pools, high-end pre-formed fiberglass pools, and custom shotcrete/concrete swimming pools customized exactly to your property architecture.
• Q2: Can you integrate a sunken hot tub or spa directly into a pool deck layout?
  • A: Yes. We frequently design custom sunken concrete spas or integrate specific fiberglass hot tubs directly into our hardscape pool surrounds, creating a seamless, resort-style aesthetic.
• Q3: Do you handle the pool engineering and municipal permitting processes in Abbotsford?
  • A: Yes. Inground pools require strict structural engineering, soil testing, and complex municipal building permits. Vandenberg Landscapes manages the entire engineering and permit submission process for you.
• Q4: What are the main benefits of choosing a fiberglass pool over concrete?
  • A: Fiberglass pools feature a smooth, non-porous gel coat surface that resists algae, requires fewer chemicals, and is comfortable on feet. They are manufactured off-site, which allows for incredibly fast installation timelines on your property.
• Q5: Can you install custom automated safety pool covers for child safety?
  • A: Yes. During the pool construction phase, we can integrate flush subsurface tracks for motorized, load-bearing automatic safety covers that seal the pool completely at the turn of a key, providing ultimate safety for families.
• Q6: Do you design the entire pool landscaping surround, including patios and fences?
  • A: Yes, that is our primary expertise. We don’t just drop in a pool—we design and construct the entire outdoor living space, including non-slip paver pool decks, mandatory safety code fencing, privacy plantings, pool houses, and lounge areas.
• Q7: Can an inground pool be installed on a sloped backyard property in Chilliwack?
  • A: Yes. For sloped yards, we engineer structural retaining walls or build the swimming pool partially out of the ground with reinforced concrete walls to act as its own retaining system, maximizing flat patio space.
• Q8: Do you offer saltwater sanitization systems for your custom pool installations?
  • A: Yes. We install modern salt-chlorine generator systems, which provide silky-smooth, soft water that is incredibly gentle on eyes, skin, and swimwear compared to traditional heavy chemical chlorine pools.
• Q9: What is the average timeline to install a premium inground swimming pool?
  • A: Total timelines vary by type. A fiberglass pool can be installed and operational in 3 to 5 weeks, while custom vinyl-liner or complex concrete pools generally require 6 to 12+ weeks of structural on-site construction and curing.
• Q10: How energy efficient are modern pool heating and pump systems?
  • A: Highly efficient. We install variable-speed smart pumps that consume up to 70% less energy than older models, paired with high-efficiency natural gas heaters or advanced electric heat pumps to drastically lower seasonal operating costs.