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Backyard pool vs. cottage: Cost comparison
Taxes to toys. Financing to furnishings. We compare some of the most important one-time and annual costs when it comes to owning that cozy cottage or the backyard pool of your dreams.
Vinyl-lined, fiberglass and concrete pools: We rate them all in this pros and cons chart
We make it easy to evaluate the pros and cons of different pool types, covering everything from upfront cost to swim experience. The more stars the better!
How to compare swimming pool quotes: 11 things to ask
When it comes time to decide who should install your backyard pool, ask these 11 questions to make sure you’re comparing apples to apples.
14 inspiring pool designs your neighbours will be drooling over
Whether your style is more woodland retreat or modernist masterpiece, you’ll be inspired by these photos. The helpful captions will help you achieve the look!
These 8 photos prove you can swim all year round
Swim spas (aka endless pools) are compact backyard pools that you can afford to heat all winter—and these photos prove it!
How to choose the perfect winter pool cover
Keep dirt, debris, kids, pets and more out of your pool during the off-season. Here are our tips for choosing the right cover for your pool and budget.
15 stunning ways to incorporate a hot tub into your backyard
Create a beautiful backyard oasis, perfect for a private soak or entertaining friends and family, with these 15 hot tub landscaping ideas!
7 ahhhsome hot tub jets and what they do
Without the jets, a hot tub is little more than a bathtub in your yard. Relaxing, sure, but not ahhhhmazing. Read on for a guide to hot tub jet systems, an explanation of 7 hot tub jets and some shopping advice.
The Inside Scoop: Our Hydropool Review
With a relationship that spans 40 years, if anyone should know about the quality of Hydropool products and customer service, it’s us. What mark do we give Hydropool? Read our Hydropool review!
5 hot tub buying mistakes you don’t want to make
This article covers 5 of the most common hot tub buying mistakes first-time buyers make. Read it so you won’t make them yourself!
6 amazing above ground swim spas
These 6 amazing swim spas prove that a pool doesn’t have to be inground to be gorgeous. Use these ideas to create your own year-round swim and soak oasis!
5 best pool financing methods (and one we don’t recommend)
Loan? Line of credit? Mortgage? Credit card? Here are the best pool financing strategies, based on our decades of experience helping families afford their backyard dreams.
Backyard pools on a budget: 8 ways to save money on pool installation
Get 8 tips to save money on pool installation, with the exact amount of cash you’ll pocket for each idea. You can afford your backyard dreams—find out how!
Battle Of The Pool Covers: Solar Blanket vs. Liquid
What is a liquid solar pool cover and how does it compare to a traditional solar pool cover? Check out our pros and cons so you can make your own decision!
Cost comparison: Small pool vs. swim spa
We take a look at the costs to install a small inground pool compared to a swim spa. Which one fits your budget best?
Can I heat a swim spa with gas and 9 more questions people ask
What’s a swim spa? How fast does it heat up? What’s the hot tub part like? We fast-track your swim spa learning curve with these 10 questions and answers.
11 Must-See Pools For Small Yards
These 11 gorgeous examples of small pools in small yards show that you can have it all: space to eat, lounge, swim and play. Learn how to get the look, too!
Pool vs. swimspa: The winner surprised even us
We put swim spas head-to-head with traditional pools on 14 different criteria, including cost and looks. Find out who wins!
