This is a very common request.
													
																	Building a deck over swimming pool. 
									
	
		
	
																	In fact not only can you build a deck over a concrete patio doing so provides a moisture barrier. 
																	A deck that rests inside rather than on top of a swimming pool has several inherent difficulties of course. 
																	The most obvious is that when it comes to pools there is no such thing as a straight edge. 
																	Used deck building method. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	That s right the concrete can act as a barrier between the soil and your wooden deck to prevent excess moisture exposure. 
																	Adding a deck over the top rail can now make the water level more than eight inches below the deck. 
																	Deck over swimming pool. 
																	Even a rectangle is not really a rectangle when poured using concrete forms and many pools have nothing that is even close to a straight edge. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	It is best to set a series of segmented beams and footings about 2 from the edge of the pool to support around the curved sides. 
																	Building a deck over a pool presents a challenge similar to any raised deck so be prepared for hard work sore muscles and a great sense of accomplishment. 
																	This may be ok for you but you also may not like being too far from the water. 
																	Step 1 assess the pool for safety. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	In addition to adding usable features to your yard covering the empty pool removes a dangerous liability turning it into an asset. 
																	We recommend building the pool deck directly under the lip of the pool edge. 
																	It is a good practice to install joist tape over the top of joists to protect from standing water.