We had an above ground oval 16' x 36' for years. My DH had Burton Pool & Spas check ours weekly, they do the water check for free. The chemical were not too expensive. The cleaning was a pain, but the grand kids loved it and it was used a lot. A huge tree took it out a few years ago. Due to our preference in traveling now and the Grandkids growing up we chose not to replace, but if you are going to be home during the summer months IMHO a pool is a great way to keep cool, good exercise and make enjoyable lasting memories at not to much of an expense.
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