Out of all those manufacturers how to pick the right one? There are some important criteria that you can use to filter them down. The most important one is the distance from your property to the manufacturing plant or to the depot. The freight cost from some manufacturers to deliver the pool can be as high as $9 per mile, plus cost of escorts and permits related to the state. Another one is warranty and point of service. Year of business established is not necessary a factor that make the manufacturer reliable and trust wordy. Also some of the newer manufacturers spend more money and effort advancing their manufacturing process and openly educate the consumer about the details of their fiberglass manufacturing techniques.

Most of the pool manufacturers use true distributorship model and offer their pools thru their dealers only. Several manufacturers offer both – manufacturer direct and thru dealers. By offering manufacturer direct pools they compete with their own dealers and violate the concept of true distributorship model. These manufacturers try to maximize their profit margins by eliminating the middle man yet they very strict with their offerings and the way things are done.

Will you save by buying directly from the manufacturer? Buying directly from the manufacturer will not save the money to the consumer! The matter of fact usually you can get a better deal from a dealer.