Considerations for above-ground pool placement are more or less the same as they are for in-ground pools. They include, among others, local building codes, levelness of the ground, distance from the home, privacy, sunlight and wind exposure, and its proximity to electricity and water connections, lists Kim Tokarski of pool supplies company Leslie’s. 'Be aware that for above-ground pools, the location in your yard often dictates the size and shape of the pool you can choose,' she adds.
Kim also recommends putting an above-ground pool in clear view from your home. 'But remember, even with a clear line of sight, it’s important to be present and supervise the pool area closely whenever there are swimmers in the water,' she says – and the same goes for in-ground pools, too.