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Diving Boards for Inground Pools

March 18, 2012 By Mat Jobe

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Diving Boards for Inground Pools
Overhead view of a diving board at an inground swimming pool

For a lot of swimmers, a diving board is an essential part of any pool. So when it comes time to build their own backyard pool, they naturally want to get one installed. However, diving boards for inground pools present some unique issues – especially when it comes to safety.

Diving Board Safety and Liability

The biggest problem is that residential pools often aren’t big enough for safe diving board use. If the pool isn’t deep enough, then there’s a risk of the diver hitting his or her head on the bottom. If it’s not wide enough, then there’s a chance of the diver springing awkwardly into a wall. These aren’t just theoretical safety issues – people have been paralyzed and even died from diving board accidents.

For this reason, a lot of pool builders may be reluctant to install a diving board for your inground pool. Doing so could open them up to a lawsuit if an accident ever did happen. If having a diving board is important to you, make sure you bring it up early on with your pool contractor – in fact, it could play a role in deciding which one you choose to install your pool.

Diving Board Cost

Similarly, having a diving board may increase your homeowners insurance rates. Before installing a diving board, it’s worth placing a call to your insurance company to find out for sure. Any increase in insurance premiums should be factored into the cost of the diving board, which could affect your decision on whether to buy one.

The cost of a diving board itself is usually in the range of $300-600, though you can also find high-end aluminum boards for over $1000. This doesn’t include the cost of installation, which should be done by a professional.

Of course, if you have to adjust your pool design to accommodate a diving board, that’s another expense – in fact, it’s likely the largest one of all. Size (length, width, and depth) is one of the biggest factors determining the cost of an inground pool. Along with any insurance rate increases, this indirect cost is part of the price you pay for owning a diving board.

When buying a diving board, you should pay careful attention to the safety features. Many boards come with a coating that minimizes slipping. Also keep in mind that getting the springiest board isn’t necessarily a good idea, as it increases the chances of an accident.

Taking the Plunge

Is a diving board an essential feature for your inground pool? If so, you should be aware of the safety issues and extra costs associated with them. If not, you may find that those issues and extra costs steer you away from getting a diving board.

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Comments

  1. Fernando Ramirez says

    July 15, 2017 at 12:06 am

    How much should i charge to remove a diving board?

    Reply
    • Oscar Goldman says

      February 8, 2022 at 9:04 pm

      I don’t know, but don’t fill the holes in with concrete; just plug them. The previous owner of my house filled the holes with concrete, which pisses me off because I want to put a diving board back in.

      Reply
      • Garcia says

        February 27, 2022 at 5:21 pm

        All you need is a drill with a hammer feature and a hammer drill bit. Super easy to drill concrete

        Reply
  2. Barbara Rapisarda says

    June 24, 2021 at 9:15 am

    Take into account the weight, length, bolts to be removed (rusted or not), hauling away, disposal fees, and labor. Having the proper tools, assistance, patience, physical strength, and attitude should result in a price that’s worth your time and effort. If you can cut the board into sections then I would start at $150 on up. Good Luck.

    Reply

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