Our Editorial Standards
We're a publisher, not a builder. These are the rules we hold ourselves to so you can trust what you read on this site.
Our Mission
swimmingpoolbuilders.co.za is South Africa's editorially independent pool industry knowledge hub. We publish guides, regional cost analyses and pool-type comparisons to help SA homeowners make informed decisions about a major capital project. We do not build, install, repair or service pools ourselves.
How We Research
Our content is researched against a combination of supplier price lists, contractor quotes collected from across the country, published industry data (NSPI, SABS, NHBRC, municipal utilities) and on-the-ground reporting in major SA metros. Where we cannot independently verify a number, we either omit it or label it as an estimate with the methodology shown.
Sourcing & Citations
Pricing is always shown in ZAR with the year of the data point. Statistics carry an inline source or footnote. Where we summarise a regulation, we link directly to the official Act or municipal bylaw. We update guides annually at minimum and stamp them with a "Last reviewed" date.
Affiliate Disclosure
Some links on this site are affiliate links — if you click through and transact, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence editorial recommendations. Commercial-intent pages carry a clearly visible disclosure block above the fold.
Corrections Policy
If you spot a factual error, email corrections@swimmingpoolbuilders.co.za. Verified errors are corrected within five working days, and material corrections are noted at the foot of the article with the original wording, the corrected wording and the date of the change.
Author Standards
All articles are reviewed by our in-house editorial team before publication. Bylined contributors are identified with their name, role and a short biography. Sponsored or paid placements are labelled "Sponsored" and are not written by editorial staff.
Contact the Editor
Editorial feedback, story tips and partnership enquiries can be sent to editor@swimmingpoolbuilders.co.za. We aim to respond within three working days.