What Does it Cost to Own a Pool?

We get many questions regarding the cost of owning a swimming pool after the initial investment. The cost to maintain a pool will vary because every pool is different. By installing the proper equipment in the beginning you can ensure you are minimizing your costs and saving energy.

So what is the proper equipment?

1. Variable speed pumps are now required by law on swimming pools that need a 1hp pump.Variable speed pumps cost pennies a day to operate so in our opinion every pool owner should choose this type of pump. Over the life of the pool you will save thousands of dollars vs. the old pump technology.

2. An in-floor cleaning and circulation system. You would not buy a car without A/C, likewise don’t have a pool built without a built-in cleaning and circulation system. This is the heart of the pool and over the years an in-floor cleaning and circulation system will more than pay for itself compared to hose cleaner repair and maintenance. Not to mention the hassle of taking it in and out of the pool.

3. A large capacity cartridge filter. Using a cartridge filter will save you thousands of gallons of water. If every pool in Florida had a cartridge filter we could save over a billion gallons of water annually.

4. For sanitation, use a combination of ozone and a chlorinator. The ozone will oxidize the contaminants and kill bacteria and viruses. Since ozone is only produced when the pool pump is on a residual of chlorine is needed, hence the addition of an in-line chlorinator.  Chlorine cannot be eliminated entirely from any pool but with an ozone system you can reduce chlorine by up to 70%.  This recommended combo will give you the healthiest and cleanest pool water.

4. Lastly, the swimming pool interor you choose should be able to handle some abuse and be forgiving, no one is perfect! Plaster is old school and does not have the longevity that an aggregate finish does.  Choosing one of the aggregate finishes that we offer will save you thousands of dollars over the life of the pool.

All of the items listed above should be considered on renovations as well.

For more information on saving money and energy on your pool contact us at 850-235-7957.