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Originally Posted by crash
The expense is not just the regular maintenance but replacing the pump, re plastering, acid washing etc.
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Acid washing should not required if you follow proper pool maintenance, nor should re-plastering. Since we don't have to worry about winterizing down here (and doing it correctly) that eliminates most of the problems requiring a drain and clean. And yes, pool pumps can be expensive, but they can last 10-12 years easily. Especially the newer, variable speed ones. The bottom line is that it comes down to personal preference. The weekly cleaning and cost of electricity is well worth the joy the pool has and continues to bring me.