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Old 08-14-2021, 09:50 AM
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Consider carefully having a pool installed. Are you really willing to spend the money for upkeep and heat when there is likely a Villages pool near your home? Give yourself 60 days swimming daily then re-evaluate your decision to build your own pool. I know a number of people who had the same idea you had. Enthusiastic at first and now regret having that big bathtub in the backyard that requires nothing but time and money to keep up. Good luck with your decision.
We have had our pool 7 years and definitely have one installed if we move. The pool service is only $115 per month including chemicals. We do not spend any time maintaining the pool. We use solar to heat the pool. Privacy and being able to swim at night is wonderful.