Try not to think about how long you can wait before you’ll have an extremely serious problem on your hands. It’s much better to think about how your pool will fare better if you manage the concrete cracking problems early on.
Addressing Concrete Problems Early
It’s a good idea to address pool concrete problems as early as possible, rather than waiting until those problems develop into something truly unfixable. If you don’t, you may end up with a pool that needs to be drained and thoroughly repaired. This could even involve replacing chunks of the wall or excavating the entire thing.  That is very costly. Worst of all, if the cracks have damaged the overall frame of the pool, replacement may be your only option. After all, pools need to be a water-tight structure and it’s not as simple as pouring one flat slab, so replacements can be very expensive. On the flip side, early fixes are typically more effective, less expensive, and less time-consuming.
Noticing Cracks in the Pool
It’s a good idea to call in a concrete repair expert as soon as you notice that there are cracks in the pool concrete. It doesn’t matter if you think those cracks are serious. It won’t be an aesthetic issue, but also a safety problem and a question of whether or not your pool remains in working order.  A concrete repair expert will let you know whether you can ignore these cracks or whether you need to fix them before they spiral out of control. A free inspection will allow them to check the depth and length of the cracks, see if there are problem signs nearby, and assess when you will need repairs. At the minimum, asking for a quote will tell you how long you have to budget for the repairs.