With low interest rates, a plethora of financing options and companies angling for your business, you too can now relax in your own swimming pool or add one to an investment property.
But before you start slapping yourself on your soon-to-be sunburned back over the good news, you’ll have to decide what shape your water wonderland will take. Not counting kiddie wadding pools there are two basic types: above-ground and in-ground.
Usually costing a third of what an in-ground pool would run, above-ground pools set up on level ground (hence the name) and consist of heavy-duty liners fit over some type of supporting structure made of wood, aluminum or steel. The more popular shapes are round, oval or rectangular. Some, including recent versions constructed of rubber, can be taken down or moved once drained and disassembled. Just like their in-ground cousins, these are fully functioning pools with electricity, pumps and filters.
Before opting for this version, check with your local home-owner’s association covenant, as they are sometimes not allowed in certain neighborhoods. At the same time, above-ground pools are usually not ta
xed as property improvements.
There are at least three popular options when it comes to digging a big hole in your property. Ones with vinyl liners are reinforced by a supporting framework that is built into the ground. They are the least expensive version but the liners may need to be replaced within 10 years with good upkeep. Another option is a fiberglass variety that is built off-site and dropped into a hole and then fitted with piping. The most expensive version is a gunite pool in which concrete is sprayed over a basket framework made up of steel rods and wire mesh and then textured with a paintable white plaster.
There’s more to owning a pool than just having a really cool pocket of water to jump in to. Whether you go with an above- or in-ground variety, you will probably need to invest in the following:
• Filter system and skimmers to keep the water clean
• Steps or ladders (unless they are built into the design)
• Heating equipment if you live in a predominately cold climate
• Decking (either wood for above-ground or concrete/stone for in-ground)
• Pool cover for retaining heat and keeping out debris
• Some type of fencing (with latch) to keep children and pets from falling in
• Housing structure to keep the pumps safe from elements and hazards
• Hand rails, diving boards and lights, which are not necessary but can add to the look
Live & Absolute Home Auction
When: June 20, 2009
Where: Tulsa, Okla.
Auction Time: 3pE/2pC
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