Case Study: Compact Backyard Pool Installation – Richmond, Tasman
Location: Richmond
Installer: Pools Spas and Essentials – Nelson-based servicing Tasman and Marlborough regions
Project Overview
The client wanted a premium fibreglass swimming pool installed in a compact backyard with significant access and design constraints.
The solution needed to:
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Maximise available space
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Minimise disruption to the property
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Integrate seamlessly with existing outdoor features
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Provide year-round usability
The Pool
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Model: Bermuda 6m Executive insulated swimming pool
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Purpose: Year-round use with efficient thermal insulation
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Design Goal: A modern, flush finish that blended perfectly with the existing deck
Crane digger over property boundry
The excavation for the pool
Pool bond beam poured, next step paving
Key Challenges
This project required careful planning and creative logistics due to:
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No rear access from the front of the house – The pool shell had to be lifted over the rear boundary fence
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No fence removal permitted – The existing fence could not be dismantled
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Limited backyard space – Traditional excavation methods weren’t possible
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Deck height precision required – New tiles needed to sit perfectly flush with the current deck level
Our Solution
To overcome these constraints, our installation team implemented a carefully coordinated plan:
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A crane lifted a digger into the backyard to enable excavation within the confined space
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Excavated soil was scooped directly over the fence into a truck, preventing damage and avoiding excess mess
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Precise measurements ensured the pool height aligned perfectly with the existing deck
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Custom tiling work created a seamless transition between the original deck and the new pool surround
Scope of Work Completed
Our team at Pools Spas and Essentials managed the entire project from start to finish, including:
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Site excavation
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Swimming pool installation
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Pool fencing
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Landscaping
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Custom tiling to match and sit flush with the existing deck
Outcome
Despite restricted access and limited working space, the project was completed efficiently and to a premium standard.
The finished pool:
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Integrates seamlessly with the existing outdoor area
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Maintains full functionality and accessibility
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Delivers year-round enjoyment
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Enhances both lifestyle and property value
Key Takeaway
This Richmond project showcases our team’s full-service installation capability. Even with significant access limitations, we delivered a complete, end-to-end pool solution without compromise.
