Who wouldn’t want to sit back, relax, and take a plunge in the comfort of their home? We are talking about having a pool in your home. Probably, all homeowners must have taken into account the possibility of having one for the fun of it. But, not all would give in to the temptation of constructing one for their backyard or purchasing a property with one already installed. If you are one of those that continually ponders whether to decide to have a pool in your home, we compiled a list of advantages and disadvantages that you might not know about.
Advantages of Having a Pool in Your Home:
Your Home Transforms into a Cool Place
By now, you may have realized that owning a pool is more of a wish rather than a necessity. We couldn’t blame it if you desire to have one. We know how homes with pools look visually stunning and instantly become the cool hangout place for friends and family members. You can organize the simplest parties by the pool yet it will appear as one of the most extravagant events for those who have been invited because of the pool’s mere presence.
A Pool Doubles as an Exercise Facility
You may have persuaded a contractor to design a personalized pool with the help of pool design software, but not because you want your house to look cool. You would like to have a pool for your physical activities. Routine swimming and water aerobics promote healthy maintenance of weight and bonding moments for your children, partner, friends or family members.
Instantly Increases the Value of Your Property
From an economic standpoint, you’ll rarely see pools in properties that are considered budget-friendly when compared to those with installed pools. If you plan to sell your house in the future, having a pool is a long-lasting and durable feature that will always attract buyers who are more financially capable.
Disadvantages of Having a Pool in Your Home:
You’ll Have to Endure Higher Insurance Costs
If you try to ask your friends or acquaintances that are employed in the insurance industry as to why homes with pools have more expensive insurance, they’ll tell you that from their standpoint, pools are a nuisance. Pools attract more people, giving unnecessary attention and making your home vulnerable to threats. These threats can be theft, accidents and other damages in your home that are covered by your insurance plan.
Expect Humongous Installation Expenses
When it comes to installing pools and other features you want to add to your backyard, get ready to pay the price. Swimming pools are more expensive than most people would anticipate. Make sure that you’re prepared to pay for such an investment, especially if you’re going for the more luxurious option of installing fiberglass or vinyl instead of concrete. What’s more is that your backyard becomes an unusable portion of your home for a maximum of three months before you can fully enjoy the benefits of your new swimming pool.
You’re Obligated to Maintain It and Think About Safety
Similar to other items that you use in your home, the more frequently you use the pool, the more maintenance it will require. Unknown to many, you need to monitor the pH value of the water, and often, filters aren’t enough. The best option that you have is to hire a service provider that will do the maintenance for you. Failing to do so will make you and your family members susceptible to allergies, infections, and sickness.
On another note, having a pool is a safety risk for families that have children. If you have children that don’t know how to swim or at an age where learning to swim is not possible, it may be better to delay your plan of installing one until the kids can enjoy it safely.
Constructing a pool may appear fun and carefree until you have to consider the financial resources, safety requirements, and responsibilities you have to undertake to enjoy it fully. If you think that the advantages weigh more than the disadvantages you have read about here, purchasing a property with a pool or installing one will be worth it.
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