[tag460]

We are considering having a pool installed, we know at first everyone uses their new pool often. Our question is, based on your usage today and upkeep would you still have a pool installed?

[jojo]

Yes.

[billethkid]

Yes we would do it again........still using every day after 8 years.


btk

[keithwand]

Yes.

[NECHFalcon68]

Yes.

[Happinow]

Yup!

[jojoin]

Nope...love the look. but don't think it's worth the money or effort.

[RLL39]

We've owned a pool in South Florida for the last 17 years. Yes, we enjoyed it. However, we use the heated spa more than the pool. Would I build another one? No. We are 3 tenths of a mile from the Collier NP. No chemicals, no weekly brushing the walls, cleaning the filter, removing the scale, etc. Towel off, wave good bye, cya tomorrow.

[Jim 9922]

Originally Posted by RLL39

We've owned a pool in South Florida for the last 17 years. Yes, we enjoyed it. However, we use the heated spa more than the pool. Would I build another one? No. We are 3 tenths of a mile from the Collier NP. No chemicals, no weekly brushing the walls, cleaning the filter, removing the scale, etc. Towel off, wave good bye, cya tomorrow.

Had one complete with a spa in our first home for 6 years, but never again for all the reasons above, plus the cost of equipment repair and replacement. We rarely used it other than use by guests and visiting grandchildren. We both prefer active use of a pool and enjoy lap swimming and water sports, so we use The Villages' pools almost daily, weather permitting. IMHO, most private pools are not large enough to do much other than "wallowing" or just to look pretty.

[Golfingnut]

30 years with pools built in 5 different homes. YES to a pool.

[tag460]

Thanks for your responses we are still undecided about the pool still getting bids!

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by tag460

Thanks for your responses we are still undecided about the pool still getting bids!

Remember, you only go around once, just do it!

[billethkid]

and it will only cost more to put in as each year goes by.

btk

[keithwand]

If you want a paver deck do it at the time of install.
We are having it done right now and what a mess!
From grinding the cool deck to getting grout in the pool you can't even see the steps from all the debris.
Not sure we'd do it again but that's hindsight.
So far it's taken 5 days and counting with 5-6 workers.

[RLL39]

Originally Posted by keithwand

If you want a paver deck do it at the time of install.
We are having it done right now and what a mess!
From grinding the cool deck to getting grout in the pool you can't even see the steps from all the debris.
Not sure we'd do it again but that's hindsight.
So far it's taken 5 days and counting with 5-6 workers.

IMHO I would never install pavers areound a pool. They move (lift), weeds sprout up, grout (sand) needs maint. Also, if you later want to add a pool screen, aka bird cage, you need a footing. Usually, paver systems do not have footings. Finally, have concrete poured with "Cool deck." finish. Looks great and your feet will appreciate the cool deck.