Having a pool is a long-term investment, and although it will bring lots of entertainment, fitness, and enjoyment, it will also require some care and cost in the long run. Before you take the step and invest in your backyard swimming pool, do your homework and plan beforehand. Here are a few things to think about before investing in a pool.
Availability of Space
Pool designers can custom-design for various types of yards, but if you just have a little piece of land, you might want to consider a compact plunge pool rather than a swimming pool. Plunge pools can be as small as 5 x 3 meters, and regular family pools are 7 x 3 meters to 9 x 4 meters in size. A lap pool may be an alternative if your area is long and tight.
On the other hand, some gardens are more appropriate to a pool than others. A pool should be situated in a sunny, north-facing location shielded from the wind so that the sun can naturally warm the water. If you create a pool near a huge tree, you’ll have to sweep away leaves and twigs constantly, and invading tree roots might pose structural issues down the road.
Consider the pool’s connection to your own home and its privacy from the street and neighboring houses.
Installation Costs
A pool might be prohibitively expensive to install. Swimming pools vary from $15,000 to over $100,000, depending on the size, materials used, location and surrounding region, extra amenities, design, and landscaping. Excavation; installation of the fiberglass shell or building of a concrete pool; pump and filtration equipment; fence; tiling; paving/decking of surrounds; electrical wiring and certification will be included in this price. After the pool is installed, you may need to spend extra on landscaping and poolside furnishings.
The Purpose of Setting up the Pool
A swimming pool is more than just a place to cool down during the summer. Knowing how you plan to use your swimming pool is crucial to designing an ideal collection for your house and family. Is your new pool better for classy entertainment or for entertaining and occupying a group of kids? Do you want your pool to be your retreat, or will it be used mainly by professional lap swimmers? Do you want to make the most of your home’s surroundings, or do you want your new swimming pool to link your interior and outdoor living spaces?
Safety
Pool fences are required in many jurisdictions, so research the sort of fence you desire for your pool before digging a hole in the ground. The most excellent fences are integrated into the design of the pool and the house, allowing the space to flow effortlessly with the adjacent gardens and living rooms.
As a pool owner, you’ll be responsible for taking care of your children and the children of your visitor’s safety. While compliance fencing is one line of defense against drowning by accident, it is far from foolproof. Keeping children safe requires close supervision.
Cost of Maintaining
Maintaining a pool will increase your water and electricity bills, and you’ll have to also pay for chemicals (chlorine). The recurring expenditures will increase if you opt to warm your pool and hire a good cleaner. You must factor in the cost of repairing or replacing equipment and machinery as the pool ages.
A pool is a lifestyle expense, and if you’re going to get lots of enjoyment out of it, the expenditure is worth it. However, if you’ll only be swimming in it a few times in a season, it could be worth considering the other options.
Closing Thoughts
A pool is a significant financial commitment. Doing your homework is the key to making sound investment decisions. If you want a pool on your property, consider the above factors to help you identify what you want.
