Now that Memorial Days has passed us, we are now in the beginning of
summer. And it didn’t take long for summer weather to come in full stride. The
following days after Memorial Day saw temperatures in the low nineties for most
of the Mid-Atlantic, which is well above the average high for the month of May.
If you have experienced this weather and are looking for ways to cool off, a
pool for your home might sound like a great idea. However, before you break
ground or pick out a new swimsuit, there are some things you must consider.
Here are four of the more pertinent ones:
- What
is your budget? There are many different kinds of pools out there and a wide variety of prices
that coincide with every budget. The four main types of
pools are gunite, fiberglass, vinyl and above-ground. While a gunite pool can
cost as much as $40,000 in the end, you should be able to get an above-ground
for under a $1,000. However, a gunite pool or fiberglass pool is a far better
investment than an above-ground pool if you’re concerned about home value.
- Don’t
forget about the accessories: When considering budget, don’t forget about the
accessories and costs that are inherent in owning a pool. These include the
chemicals needed to clean your pool, any filter replacement parts or repairs,
slides or diving board, cleaning tools, safety equipment and toys.
- Your
insurance and energy bills might go up too: Remember that a pool can be a hazard if not
managed correctly. Because of this, you should expect to see your home
insurance premiums go up, depending on your individual insurer. In addition,
you might see your energy costs rise due to the filter, heater and any other
energy use in a pool’s upkeep.
- What
about safety? In addition to safety accessories like flotation devices, you might want
to consider purchasing swimming lessons for your children. And purchasing a fence is essential to keeping your unsupervised younger
children away from the pool when you’re not there to watch them. It also
prevents other children or animals from entering your pool, which could prove
to be costly if you don’t have a fence and they fall in.
However, given these concerns, owning a pool is a great investment for
many families as they provide years of memories and instant heat-relief. If
you’re thinking about purchasing a pool, consider these and other things to
make sure purchasing a pool is a viable option.
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