In short: To swim in your new pool by summer in Perth, order it in the cooler months before the hot weather rush begins. Spring is an ideal time to order to still have your pool installed in time for summer. Ordering early gives your fibreglass pool time to move through production and into the installation schedule before summer installation spots are booked out. Buccaneer Pools, a WA pool manufacturer since 1968, can take you from first visit to first swim.
When should I order a pool to swim by summer?
Ordering before the hot weather begins is a smart choice. Many Perth families want their pool ready for the school holidays and spring is when most people start looking. By ordering before then, you can secure your preferred design and colour and lock in an installation date well before the hot weather arrives.
- AutumnMarch to MayStart planning and visit a display centre.
- WinterJune to AugustChoose your pool and place your order.Best time to order
- SpringSeptember to NovemberOrder now to still swim by summer.
- SummerDecember to FebruaryPeak demand. Your pool is ready to enjoy.
How do lead times work for a fibreglass pool?
A fibreglass pool is manufactured as a single shell before it is delivered and installed. Manufacturing, delivery and installation all take time, and lead times grow when demand peaks in summer. Ordering before the peak season rush typically gives you a smoother, more manageable timeline, so your pool is ready when summer starts.
The steps from order to first swim
- Visit a display centreChoose your pool and talk through your site with a design and sales consultant.
- Quote and approvalsConfirm your pool, colour and extras, and lodge the building permit with your local council.
- Shell manufactureYour pool is made in WA.
- Excavation and installationThe site is prepared and the shell is placed, levelled, plumbed and backfilled.
- Fill and swimThe pool is filled, the water is balanced and you're ready for summer.
- Finishing touchesPaving or decking, fencing and landscaping complete the space.
Perth's climate is made for pools
Perth enjoys long, hot, dry summers, so a pool here gets months of use every year. Most of our rain falls in winter, which makes the cooler months the perfect time to plan, choose and order. Get in early and you'll be first in line when the sunshine, and the summer demand, arrive.
Want to swim beyond summer? A heat pump can extend your swimming season.
Why start at a display centre?
A Buccaneer Pools display centre is the best first step. You can see the pools in the ground, compare colours in real light and imagine how each design would sit in your backyard.
- Joondalup(08) 9300 1744
- Jandakot(08) 9282 9077
- East Rockingham(08) 9524 3166
Our Sales and Design consultants can walk you through the whole process, from choosing the right design to your installation timeline, and answer questions about features, heating and finance.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to order a pool in Perth?
The cooler months, ideally by late winter or early spring. That gives your pool time to be made and installed before the summer rush.
Can a pool be installed in winter in Perth?
Yes. Pools are installed year-round.
Do I need council approval for a pool in Perth?
Yes. A building permit from your local council is needed before installation and a compliant safety barrier is required. Buccaneer Pools will take care of this for you.
Where can I see Buccaneer pools in person?
At the Buccaneer display centres in Joondalup, Jandakot and East Rockingham.
Can I finance my pool?
Yes. Finance options are available through our partner Eleven Finance. Ask a consultant or submit a finance enquiry online.
About Buccaneer Pools
Buccaneer Pools is a WA family-owned and operated fibreglass pool designer and manufacturer. It has built pools for West Australians since 1968 and its pools are made in WA. Its range runs from the 4m Malta to the 11m Ultimo, with display centres in Joondalup, Jandakot and East Rockingham.
Ready to take the next step?
Browse the designs, choose a colour and ask one of our Sales and Design Consultants for a quote on the pool that fits your backyard.
