MIDDLESEX COUNTY

Fiberglass Pools in Dorchester

We design and install fiberglass pools in Dorchester. Here's what to know about permits, pool fences and cost before you start.

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Typical Project

$82,500 to $143,000

Fully installed, with a basic patio

Pool Fence

1.22 m (4 ft)

Minimum height of the pool fence

Permit

Required

Pool permit, with a certified grading plan

PERMITS

Do You Need a Permit for a Pool in Dorchester?

Yes. Thames Centre requires a swimming pool permit before any digging starts, and it covers both the pool and its fence. The application needs a certified site grading plan from an engineer or Ontario Land Surveyor.

We handle the permit paperwork for you as part of every installation.

If your yard is near the Thames River, a creek valley or a wetland, the local conservation authority may need to issue a permit as well.

Source: Thames Centre Fence By-law 63-2021, Section 6. Thames Centre Building By-law 91-2021. By-laws change, so check the current rules with the Municipality of Thames Centre before you build.

POOL FENCES

Pool Fence Rules in Dorchester

✓The fence must be at least 1.22 m (4 ft) high.
✓Gaps can be no wider than 10 cm (4 in), and lattice or chain-link openings no bigger than 4 square inches.
✓The fence can't be climbable like a ladder, so rails go on the pool side, at least 76 cm (30 in) apart.
✓Gates need a self-closing, self-latching device at the top of the gate on the pool side.
✓Your house or another building can form part of the enclosure.
✓Zoning puts the pool in a side or rear yard, with the pool wall at least 1.5 m from any lot line and the pump and filter at least 1 m away.

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COST

What Does a Fiberglass Pool Cost in Dorchester?

Most of our fiberglass pool projects fall between $82,500 and $143,000, fully installed. That covers the pool, excavation, backfill, basic equipment and a standard concrete patio.

Where you land in that range depends on the pool size, the patio, equipment upgrades and your yard. The Instant Estimator gives you a range for your own project, and you get an exact price once we've seen your yard.

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Is a Fiberglass Pool Right for Every Yard?

Not always. Fiberglass pools are built in a factory and shipped by truck, so they top out at about 16 feet wide and about 8 feet deep, and a crane needs a clear path to set the pool in your yard. If you want a bigger pool or a custom shape, concrete is the better choice.

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NEARBY

Areas Near Dorchester We Serve

We also install pools in these places around Dorchester:

Nilestown
Thamesford
Crampton
Thorndale

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Pool Questions From Dorchester Homeowners

Do you install fiberglass pools in Dorchester?

Yes. We design and install fiberglass pools in Dorchester, and in nearby places like Nilestown, Thamesford and Crampton.

Do I need a permit for an inground pool in Dorchester?

Yes. Thames Centre requires a swimming pool permit before any digging starts, and the application needs a certified site grading plan. We handle the permit paperwork for you.

How high does a pool fence need to be in Dorchester?

At least 1.22 m (4 ft) under Thames Centre's Fence By-law 63-2021. Gates need a self-closing, self-latching device at the top of the gate on the pool side.

How much does a fiberglass pool cost in Dorchester?

Most of our fiberglass pool projects fall between $82,500 and $143,000, fully installed with a basic patio. The pool size, patio, equipment and your yard set where you land in that range.

How far ahead should I plan a pool in Dorchester?

The earlier you start, the more time there is for design, the permit and scheduling. Most projects take 3 to 6 months from the first call to the first swim.

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