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Longevity The average above ground pool will last 7-15 years before the structure gives out, although their liners will last 5-9 years before they have to be replaced. For an inground structure, the longevity really is contingent on the type of pool. For example, fiberglass should last well over 20 years. Vinyl pools should have a structure that lasts, but their liner needs to be replaced on average every 6-11 years. As for concrete, their structure should also last a long time, but keep in mind they need to be resurfaced every 9-13 years, which can get very, very expensive.
pin hole leaks. Our above the ground pool is five years old. This past August we discovered a pin hole leak on the lower side of the wall. The water was squirting out the side, so it was easy to find the hole in the liner. We patched the hole and everything was fine. Two weeks later we winterized and covered the pool.