Things You Need To Know Before Getting a Pool

The final reality of pool ownership that you need to be aware of and accept is that pools WILL break eventually and pretty much all swimming pool repairs and replacement equipment will be expensive. There are very few surprisingly affordable repairs when it comes to inground swimming pools and so even when you pool is still new you should be starting a savings fund for small and not-so-small repairs that will come up from time to time.

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[fuzzresponder]

Luv my pool more than ever with all these heat advisory happening now in 2023! 👍👍

[kristinebrady]

I've replaced vinyl liner myself, replaced equipment... none of what I've had to do was as expensive as you describe. But most people I presume rely on others, pool people, to replace liners, etc. My pool was a diy pool kit. I couldn't have had one any other way.

[lordgarth]

Inground pool prices are crazy here now. Over 100k for a concrete vinyl lined 25k gallon and 250k or so for a custom concrete tiled pool with some features. I thought about ripping out our former and replacing with the later but it was a solid build and I’d rather build a full bar kitchen around it which is more likely to recoup some value when we sell and move at retirement time than a rip and replace.

[buzzpoluchi]

Great advice as usual, Steve. I always advise people to never install a pool for the kids. Swimming is great for the kids of course, but if you and your spouse aren't that enthusiastic don't do it. What I
did years ago was buying a used above ground as a test. Wife and I used it every day, and maintenance was not a problem, so we went for a nice in ground.

[danielchambers]

You are so right Steve! Too much work, but my wife had to have one☹️☹️☹️

[Rhodesian_FAL]

Steve isn’t wrong. Maintaining my Ferrari is vastly more affordable than my pool. 😂

[toddhurley]

Good info! What is the large tank to your right in the video?Thank you!

[plutocakess]

Hey Steve,

New here. I have a Intex above ground pool. 32'x16' x52". I don't feel the pump it comes with is strong enough. What type of pump would you recommend?

[ntruesdale]

Number one thing you need to know is that sand filters are crap compared to cartridge. Also, you need an electric pool sweep. Water-driven does not compare.

[rickharmon]

Simple DO NOT BUY A POOL. It really is not worth it.