Maintaining a pool is expensive. In our region, pools are only used for a quarter of the year, which is hard to justify its’ cost and required maintenance. Chlorines, pH testing, DE, and sand for filters all have the ability to add financial stress to your life. Homes purchased with a swimming pool many times present surprises like cracked concrete or gunite, piping deterioration, or defective wiring. Faulty pool set-up can quickly turn into a budgetary headache.