12 Reasons to Own a Swimming Pool
(Why a Swimming Pool is Much Better Than the Beach(


1. Swimming Pools are Safer Than the Beach. No Jellyfish. No dangerous rips. No rocks. No uncontrolled dogs.


2. No More Long Trips in Hot Cars. Going to the beach is definitely lots of fun but often the process of getting there and coming back home isn’t.

Every parent knows what I mean; "frazzled kids in hot cars are a bad combination!"


3. You’ll Know Where Your Kids Are! This is one of the most priceless thins about having your own swimming pool is the peace of mind that comes from knowing where your children are.
Instead of worrying what they are doing at their friends home, you can supervise them in your own backyard.


4. Children Learn to Swim Earlier. Most children naturally love water. Just wait until they learn to swim! And best of all - the fact that they can swim could very well save their lives one day!


5. The Never Ending Vacation - Owning a swimming pool is like being on permanent holiday: NOTE: Because it is always a great time to swim. (Especially with a heated pool) When you own a swimming pool, your entire family will think they have won the lottery.



6. Owning a Swimming Pool Actively Encourages Family Togetherness - Did you know that your swimming pool can function like a magnet? Its true! The family pool encourages everyone in the family to come together. What else do you know that can help your family create happy memories that can last for a lifetime?



7. Pools are Much Less Expensive in the Long Run Than Many Entertainment Alternatives - Stop and think about it a swimming pool can cost way less than an expensive family vacation. And ear in mind, the family vacation is over and gone in a few weeks whereas a swimming pool will last for many, many years!



8. Swimming Pools Are Much More Affordable Than You Imagine. Today's technology keeps operating costs down - In years gone by, only the wealthy could afford a swimming pool. In recent years, pool manufacturers have added systems and technology to their product lines that have improved efficiency (we now offer self-cleaning pools) and lowered the costs.



9. You Will Enjoy Better Sleep. There is something about swimming that gives you an all-body workout without the aches and pains associated with so many other types of exercise.



10. Swimming is Great for Arthritis Pain and Sore Joints - Health experts the world over claim that the pain of arthritis are convinced that a regular swimming or water exercise is one of the best possible ways to help relieve arthritis pain.



11. A Swimming Pool Can Increase the Value of Your Property - Virtually Overnight! Just ask any real estate agent how much easier it is to sell a home to a family in the summertime if it has a pool or a spa!



12. Wonderful Convenience! Imagine... it is a stinking hot day and you are driving home from work. You would love to go to the beach but it is a weekday and you don’t have the time... No problems! Just get home, get changed and into your swimming pool!

by Chris Bloor - December 2010

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