Planning & Permits
What to Put Under an Above Ground Pool in LaPlace
Written by Big Easy Pool Designs
Key Takeaways
- An above-ground pool in LaPlace needs firm, level, compacted ground under it first. Everything else goes on top of that.
- The usual layers are a stripped and leveled native soil base, a smooth bed such as sand where the manufacturer calls for it, and a protective pad or ground cloth under the liner.
- Solid blocks or pavers under the frame’s uprights keep the posts from sinking into soft ground.
- LaPlace yards share the metro’s soft soil and heavy rain, so drainage around the base matters as much as the base itself.
- Follow the pool manufacturer’s base instructions, since warranties often depend on them. Call (504) 688-4066 for help planning the site.
What Should You Put Under an Above Ground Pool in LaPlace?
Quick Answer: Start with level, compacted native ground with the grass and roots removed, then add the smooth