When it comes to pools the major feature differentiating between the two types is whether or not they are inground or above-ground. Above-ground pools have many advantages that make them seem like the more attractive choice, as they are easier to install, cheaper, and can fit almost anywhere. However, while those are certainly advantages of an above-ground pool. The benefits of an inground pool are far longer and more consequential overall, to the point where there really is no contest between the two. Here are a few of the most notable that should point you in the right direction.
Maintenance
An inground pool, while still in need of maintenance as it grows older, does not face the same basic structural issues that an above-ground pool will. The simple truth is that an above-ground pool has to work not only against all the activity and forces given off by people inside the pool (just like an inground pool) but also has to contend with gravity and external issues too. Inground pools are supported by thousands of pounds of force from the earth around them, whereas above-ground pools are not, leading them to buckle, leak and require a lot more maintenance to survive over time, which does become a hassle.
Intrinsic Value
If you are thinking of adding a pool to your home not just as a feature you and your family can enjoy, but one that adds value to your home then an inground pool is your only choice. Not only do most potential buyers not see an above-ground pool as an asset to your home, some see it as a negative that will have to be removed. An inground pool is a permanent feature that only goes up in value over time if you look after it, and you will get the money you spent on it back if you ever choose to sell.
Ease Of Use
An above-ground pool might seem easy enough to use but you always only have the option of getting in one of two ways: by climbing the slippery ladder that accompanies it or by awkwardly trying to slide over the wall, which often leads to small cuts and bruises. An inground pool is so much easier to use, as you can enter and exit virtually all along the length of the pool. It is also much simpler to add features like a diving platform or an in-built hot tub to your inground pool, which many see as an essential part of their pool.
Speak to a contractor to learn more about inground swimming pools.
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