Should you Buy a Home with a Swimming Pool?

It’s the heat of the summer, and you want a home with a swimming pool but before you go off the deep end, make sure the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.
Swimming pools are a strong part of the outdoor living trend. They’re fun for all ages, they promote fitness, and they give you a great place to entertain family and friends. They also add costs, increased liability and ongoing maintenance. So, to help you decide if it’s worth it, ask yourself the following questions:
– Do you and your family members swim now? Would you swim more in a pool of your own?
– Are pools popular in your area? Do you have a long, hot swimming season?
– Does the pool complement the home? Or did the pool replace an amenity you might need such as a play-yard?

 – How old is the pool? Do any mechanical components need to be replaced? Are there any visible cracks, broken tiles, or cloudy water that could mean large expenses coming?
– Where will people change their clothes and use the restroom? Will they leave tracks through the house?
Ask the seller for any maintenance and repair records they might have for the pool, and include the pool in the home inspection.