Summer Turns Thoughts To Swimming
Pools
There comes a time in many family’s lives when their thoughts turn to
swimming pools and they start to seriously consider having one of
their own. There is enough land on which to install one and enough
money in the budget for one. The only thing stopping you is
indecision.
There are many decisions to be made when looking for a pool but
the two biggest determining factors will be your budget and the amount
of space you have for one. Above ground or in-ground are the major
choices, but you will still need room for a deck as well as for
pumping equipment, filtering systems and a means of heating the pool,
if that is a consideration.
Additionally, for you own protection as well as meeting swimming pool
codes, in many communities you will most likely be installing a fence
to keep unwanted guests from jumping in. Too many accidental deaths
occur in home pools, especially among persons who were not invited
to go swimming in your pool in the first place.
Some other obvious options will be the construction of the pool. While
you may be able to dig a hole, line it with concrete and pump in
water, it is always best to have one installed by those experienced in
building pools. Running the drain lines, water lines for the
skimmer and water lines for heating requires a certain expertise, and
again, in many communities are required to be installed by a licensed
professional.
Placement And Material Needs Considered
Depending on the part of the country in which you live,
in-ground swimming pools are also available in fiberglass that is simply
placed in a hole in the ground. Whereas concrete in-ground
pools are usually poured in place and covered with a heavy, durable
vinyl liner. These liners typically last about 10 years unless damaged
by the user.
Above ground pools come in a variety of sizes and depths, but it is
difficult to find one over four or five feet deep due to the amount of
pressure put on the sides caused by the weight
of the water.
Above ground swimming pools are usually made of
heavy-duty metal with steel supports and braces and also contain a
heavy vinyl liner. These liners typically have the same life
expectancy as an in-ground pool. A partial deck is usually added for
at least the areas where steps lead up to a level even with the top of
the pool.
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