Above-ground and kit pool installer

Homeowners who have bought a pool from a retailer or online and want it installed properly, plus pool retailers who need a trusted installer.

Fixed price per installation, often with add-ons such as decking, fencing, extra leveling, liner replacement and seasonal opening or closing.

• Hands-on building and measuring
• Reading install manuals and plans
• Reliable scheduling and customer communication

• Whether your state or county requires a contractor license for pool work at your job sizes
• Local permits, fence or barrier rules and inspections, which often apply to pools
• Electrical bonding and wiring usually need a licensed electrician, so check before you quote
• General liability insurance, and workers' compensation once you hire helpers
• Heavy physical work and a season that varies with your local climate

Startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your equipment and setup. These are estimates, so also budget for general liability insurance, and workers' compensation once you hire helpers.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how many installs you complete and the size of each job. Your season may vary with your local climate, and the work is physically heavy.

Check whether your state or county requires a contractor license for pool work at your job sizes. Also check local permits, fence or barrier rules and inspections. Electrical bonding and wiring usually need a licensed electrician.