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Useful Info for Pools in the Triangle
Here in the Triangle, where it’s warm enough for outdoor swimming nearly six months out of the year, it’s quite easy to imagine the pleasures of your own backyard pool. Whether you imagine happy children frolicking and laughing, or sitting by the pool with a favorite beverage in your hand, a house with a pool is appealing!
Some buyers are looking for homes in the Triangle that already have pools, but we also see a significant group of buyers looking at houses with enough room to add a pool. Here are some variables to consider if your vision for your next home includes building a sparkling backyard pool.
Check the rules in your city and community
First things first! If your community has an HOA, there may be restrictive covenants that prevent private pools. Ask, and don’t assume you can easily get a waiver to build. HOAs may restrict private pools to only in-ground pools and not allow above ground. There may also be community rules regarding setbacks from lot lines, septic lines, and the back of your house, porch.
If the property is on septic, you must be aware of where your septic lines are, along with the location of the "repair area" for the septic lines. Cities and towns have their own guidelines for where the boundaries are, so be sure and check out those specific to your location.
Spec out your in-ground pool
Once you know that you can legally build an in-ground pool, the fun begins. Are you envisioning a big rectangular pool or a more unusual shape? Looking for a hot tub at one end?
First, you need to make sure you have the proper-sized lot. A good rule of thumb is to plan your pool and the surrounding area to occupy about 25% of the whole backyard. Especially, if you have children, they’re going to need plenty of space to run and jump and play!
When it comes to the construction of a new pool, there are three main types of materials typically used for in-ground pools - concrete, fiberglass, and vinyl liner.
Concrete is a good choice, indeed the traditional choice, for in-ground pools. Concrete is extremely durable and gives you the most flexibility for the size and shape of a custom pool.
Its disadvantages? Concrete yields a rough interior surface, takes longer to install, and requires more effort and/or costs to maintain. And because concrete is subject to algae invasion, these pools require more chemicals to keep the water clear. The water must be recycled twice a day, adding to your electricity bill.
Vinyl liners can also be customized to a specific shape, but they are also subject to algae growth along the seams, the liners need to be replaced every 5-9 years, starting around $4K, and even more if regular maintenance isn’t done. And saltwater applications are not recommended for vinyl liners due to possible corrosion of liner material.
Fiberglass pools are easy to maintain and can be installed quickly. They are exceptionally durable and have the least maintenance costs; the cost of chemicals is 60% less than costs for a concrete pool. However, fiberglass pools are limited in size to no more than 16’ in width, so if you’re looking for several nodes to a pool or a swim-up bar, fiberglass might not be your best bet. Fiberglass pools are covered in a gelcoat, which only needs to be replaced every 20-30 years.
Enjoy the pool but keep up the maintenance
All in-ground pools are going to add to your electric bill - running the pump/filter system, heating or cooling of the pool, and buying chemicals. If you’re not a DIYer, you also need to include costs for daily or weekly maintenance - skimming leaves and debris out of the pool, cleaning the surface and bottom of the pool. Keeping up the maintenance on your pool can save you bigger costs and headaches down the road.
Is there a downside?
As nice as it is to jump into a pool on a hot summer day, there are a few other less-than-great factors to consider as you’re making this big decision.
How a pool affects resale value and recouping the costs
Will having a great pool help with the resale value of your home? Will you be able to recoup the money you put into a pool when you sell your house?
Good questions! The cost for an in-ground pool can range anywhere from $25,000 to over $100,000. Resale value may increase a little, but only up to about 7%, and no, you will not recoup your costs. You’ll be lucky to get back one-half of your costs in added equity in the home, not a great ROI. Bottom line - don’t add a pool if adding value to your home is your primary motivation.
Safety concerns and higher insurance
Of course, there are safety concerns when installing a pool. In North Carolina, residential pools are regulated by the state, the county, and the city. Most rules require some sort of barrier around the pool.
Many insurance agents think of residential pools as “attractive nuisances,” something on your property that might attract a child and also pose a risk to that child. You, as the property owner, are liable for any child who uses the “nuisance,” whether the child has permission or not. Many homeowners increase their liability insurance to $500,000 to cover these risks.
Making the decision
In the end, adding a pool to a house, or buying an existing home with a pool, is a personal decision. It’s a long-term commitment, an investment that is probably not going to pay for itself monetarily. But enjoying a pool for many years, creating happy family memories, is also no small benefit!
Below is a complete list of all homes for sale in the Triangle that have private pools. This covers Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the surrounding areas. Please contact me if you have any questions, or would like to schedule a showing.
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- 4 Beds
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- 2475371 MLS
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- 4 Beds
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- 5 Beds
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- 2468651 MLS
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- 4 Beds
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- 2475346 MLS
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- 3 Beds
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- 2474476 MLS
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- 3 Beds
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- 4 Beds
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- 2474290 MLS
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- 3 Beds
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- 5 Beds
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- 4 Beds
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- 2462938 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
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- 2453491 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2457312 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
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- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2464149 MLS
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- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
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- ACTIVE Status
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- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2453592 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 3 Beds
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- 4 Beds
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- 4 Beds
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- ACTIVE Status
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- 4 Beds
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- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2444976 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
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- 4 Beds
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- 6 Baths
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- 3 Baths
- 2465290 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2473866 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
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- ACTIVE Status
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- 3 Baths
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- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2446523 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2476872 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
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- 6 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 2462516 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2476135 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2469518 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2448259 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 2474063 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
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- 4 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 2464028 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2467453 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
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- ACTIVE Status
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