50 Reasons Why People Own a Pool

3. Teaching children to swim – There’s no better way to keep your children safe around water than teaching them to swim, and there’s no easier way to teach them than by having your own pool.

4. Let the grandparents learn something new – It’s amazing how many elderly never learned to swim. Now, with your very own pool, grandma and grandpa can learn to swim in a safe, familiar environment without being self-conscious in a strange place…in front of strange people.

5. Learn to snorkel without the expense – If a long and costly trip to the tropics doesn’t work, a pool provides the next best thing when it comes to learning to snorkel. Everyone can learn at their own pace…and to date, no one has ever spotted a shark in a home swimming pool!

6. Family bonding at its best – In this age of texting, video games, web surfing and other distractions, your pool can become a place to reconnect as a family. And your kids are more liable to spend more time at home when there’s a pool waiting for them.

7. They’re only young for a little while – One morning you’re fixing them breakfast and the next they’re off to college. Make the most of the time you have with your children. You can make memories in a pool that they’ll remember forever…and so will you.

8. Nothing else gives you more for your money – Take a look around your home and find one thing that you’ll use more than your pool. Family trips are short-lived, good movies come and go, but a pool will be here every day, waiting to give you fun and enjoyment whenever you want.

9. The ultimate family gift – A trip to a theme park is nice…but it only lasts a short while. Wait until your family hears that you’ve decided to give them a gift that they can enjoy anytime they want!

10. Lots of ways to make it even more special! – From slides to floats to basketball hoops, there’s a myriad of accessories available to fit your family’s need for fun. Buy a new pool accessory every year and watch their eyes light up!

11. Exercise: cleverly disguised as fun! Even the most dedicated couch potato becomes active in a pool. And swimming is a proven way to increase cardiovascular health and muscle tone. Don’t worry! We won’t tell them they’re doing anything other than having fun, and they’ll never know the difference.

12. A splash, a click and a life-long memory – Watching your daughter learn to float for the very first time, or catching the wide smile on a grandchild’s face as he bravely ducks underwater: capture those moments in a photo and celebrate your family enjoying your pool year after year.

13. More bang for your entertainment buck – There’s really nothing else that can deliver more good times for you and your family than a pool.

14. Give a gift they’ll remember – Toys become boring and trips are fairly common, but a pool is a gift they’ll remember forever. First: it’s something they actually use and secondly, it’s right there in your back yard: a big, wet, wonderful reminder that you’ve put your family first!

15. Your own theme park…without buying a ticket – With all the accessories available today, it’s easy to see why many people call their pools the family theme park! Here’s the best part: there’s no lines and when you’re tired, you’re already at home!

16. Heat up, cool down and relax…all in one place. Whether you want to work on your tan, take a refreshing dip or simply lounge poolside with a good book, you’ve got the perfect environment to do it all, and it’s conveniently located in your back yard.

17. Your own tanning salon – No artificial lights or uncomfortable tanning beds previously occupied by complete strangers for you: simply slip into your backyard, lie down on a reclining chair or on a float in the water and let nature give you the tan that makes your friends green with envy!

18. All work and no play makes Jack…sick! If you’re working hard every day, you’ve got to get away. But it’s impossible to get away, because you’re working hard every day! Break the chains and rejuvenate in your very own pool. Open a cold drink, relax and let the worries of the day simply float away. Now you’re living life the right way!

19. The ultimate landscaping accessory – The right pool adds a beauty and serenity to virtually any backyard setting. Water is known for its calming effects and a pool is the perfect way to attract attention to your manicured and well-kept lawn.

20. Increase your property value – Whether you plan on living at your current home forever or are looking to relocate later, a pool adds value and increases the sale-ability of your home.

21. Why be at the mercy of friends? – If it’s your pool, you swim when you want! Don’t wait hoping your friends invite you over. Swim on your own terms with your very own pool.

22. Build your own sanctuary – Add the right pool chairs, some pool-side patio furniture and a few accessories of your own and you’ve created a backyard oasis that begs to be enjoyed. Make whatever statement you choose and enjoy the results with all the guests you want…or no guests at all.

23. Rediscover a good nights sleep – It’s been proven that swimming is a wonderful source of relaxation, which is key to enjoying a good night’s sleep. Pool owners continue to boast that they’re enjoying a better, deeper nights sleep now that they’re swimming before bedtime.

24. All the gain with none of the pain – Physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists and health trainers all agree: water exercise (aquatics) and swimming are the absolute all-around best exercises. There’s no additional strain on limbs or joints, yet you get a high degree of resistance necessary for a good workout.

25. Relieve arthritis symptoms – Those suffering from arthritis and similar joint afflictions report that regular water exercise decreases the painful symptoms of arthritis. As with all exercise, it’s always recommended to speak to your primary care physician first.

26. Water: the great equalizer for those with disabilities. – A pool is a wonderful way for those with disabilities to enjoy the outdoors, as well as a convenient way to engage in necessary aquatic exercise in a safe, convenient location. The buoyancy of water makes exercise so much easier and effective for those with disabilities.

27. Strengthen that heart! – Heart disease is still one of the major contributors to premature death in the U.S. And swimming is a fantastic way to maintain cardiovascular health. There’s nothing better than knowing you’ve provided fun AND fitness for you and your family with your own pool.

28. Avoid ‘brain drain’ – You know how tired and drained you feel after a few hours of TV? Spend that time in your pool and watch how much better you feel! You’ll have more energy, feel invigorated and ready to tackle every day with plenty of zest.

29. Improve your digestion – With a pool? YES! Increased metabolism results from exercise, so instead of laying around after a big meal, you and your family simply slip into the wonderful waters and enjoy a little exercise…and each others company!

30. Increase your child’s self-confidence – Many children are reluctant to learn how to swim for fear of being embarrassed. A pool helps build their confidence as they learn in a safe and neutral environment. It also helps develop interaction skills as you, your family and friends enjoy pool fun together.

31. Regain a lost appetite – Studies show that regular exercise helps maintain the body’s natural healthy desire for food. And since exercise burns calories, you not only eat better, but you maintain a healthy weight.

32. Keep cool – There’s nothing like a refreshing swim on a hot day to realize just how wonderful it is to own your very own pool.

33. Your very own ‘reward system’ – Use your pool as a reward for your kids. Chores become less of a hassle when there’s a promise of a fun, refreshing reward waiting when they’re completed!

34. Avoid worrying about how you look – Not everyone looks like a swimsuit model and many people avoid public places where they have to wear a swimsuit. With your own pool, you can enjoy all the fun without being self-conscious about your appearance.

35. No driving! – When it’s hot and you want to cool enough, packing up the car, bringing a change of clothes, preparing snacks and fighting traffic is nobody’s idea of fun. Simply slip out the back door and jump into your very own pool and avoid the hassle.

36. Meet your kids’ friends – If you want to know whom your children are hanging with, a pool will let you know. Your kids will love bringing friends to the house and enjoy a feeling of pride knowing they’ve got something as wonderful as a pool to share.

37. YOU set the hours of your ‘swim club’ – When you’re the owner of the pool, it’s always open. 38. Always get a spot close to the water – There are no crowds, unless you want one: and it’s always people you know and love. 39. Get the kids out of the house – End the constant complaints that ‘there’s nothing to do!’ Kids love spending time in the pool, and with heaters, covers and enclosures available, you can extend the swimming season year-round!

40. Rekindle your romance! – There’s something magical about sharing a swim with the one you love late at night under the stars. Once the kids are asleep, slip into the pool and reconnect with your spouse and watch the cares of the world fall away.

41. Entertain guests in a whole new way – Cookouts become waterside celebrations and family gatherings are transformed into water park fun when there’s a pool for everyone to enjoy.

42. Make your kid’s birthday parties something to remember – Forget the crowded bowling alleys, pizza parlors or skating rinks: imagine the faces of all those children enjoying fun in the sun, splashing around and having the time of their lives.

43. A tax-deductible addition to your home – Use your home equity to finance your pool and you may be able to enjoy certain tax advantages. Talk to your personal accountant for details.

44. Change your environment without relocating – If you’ve been thinking of moving up, a pool lets you do it without moving out! A pool provides entertainment, relaxation, a new look and so much more, and it’s a wonderful enhancement to any home.

45. Cheaper than a vacation home – Compared to maintaining a second home, owning your own pool is so much more affordable! Plus, you’re not traveling to get there and you avoid so many maintenance and upkeep headaches.

46. Show how much you care – Few things tell your family how much you value your time with them as a pool. You’ll see their gratitude every time they jump in and enjoy one of the best gifts you can give.

47. Easier to care for than ever before – With today’s technology, it’s never been easier to maintain a pool. With state-of-the-art processes, you’ll see how simple it is to enjoy clean, safe fun without spending all your time looking after your pool.

48. Pool Town – From design and installation to maintenance, Pool Town makes it a joy to own your very own pool. Our professionals even handle opening and closing your pool, so all you have to do is enjoy it!

49. Why not? – Seriously: with interest rates so low and prices so competitive, why not enjoy all the benefits of owning your very own pool?

50. You deserve it! – Isn’t time you did something for you? The fact that the whole family will enjoy it is simply a bonus. You work hard, so why not reward yourself with something you’ve always thought about? Call the pros at Pool Town and make it happen!