Swimming Pools 💦Maintenance, Costs + Buying a House With a Pool | MELANIE ❤️ TAMPA BAY

[@MelanieLovesTampaBay]

Do you want a house with a pool (or have one)? Why or why not?

[@wynellcecilia4339]

I’d love one but what about electrical costs and the water bill?

[@Its_me--Boo_Radley]

We purchased a house in Tampa in May (we'll be moving from Michigan next month). We've never had a pool before, but the homes we saw with pools just looked so much more inviting. As soon as we closed, we called a local pool service to do weekly water checks and cleaning. We have a covered pool, so not much cleaning required. The only thing we plan to add is a stair railing to help these old people (us) get in and out of the water safely. Love your videos!

[@edgehodl4832]

with pool! im from fl, so i wanna cool down on a hot day

[@SahilMalik]

I'm up north where we need to close pools every winter. Everything the person says here is correct, pools are amazing to have, but also expensive. I highly recommend getting a saltwater, pebbletec, rectangular (no odd shapes), with an automatic pool cover, pool. That setup has the least headache. The only thing better than that is an indoor pool - while I don't have first hand experience with an indoor pool, I would assume the heating costs would be astronomical. But even with all this setup, everytime it rains, I have to fish frogs out of the pool next day. Before I get into the pool, I have to walk around and make sure there are no spiders in the pool. In FL, my nightmare would be, me swimming and mr. gator or mr. snakey decides to join in. Melanie, if you read this comment, your videos are exceptionally well done. I like to do my own yard work, but I am super scared of doing so in FL given the gators, fire ants, snakes, bugs, heat etc. I'd love it if you could put together a video covering yard work, and associated costs, both for DIY and hire someone to do it. Thanks.

[@bootburner4544]

You can be assured she won't do that, LOL. Generally realtors gloss over the details and don't want to talk about the negatives that may put off a buyer.

[@franciscomaldonado-hybrida7152]

I you are planning on buying a house with a pool, consider this additional expenses, especially in Florida with you running your A/C 24/7 and that electrical bill alone: Increase in water bill (heat evaporation), electrical bill (running your water pump 4-5 hours a day), natural gas bill, for heating your pool and jacuzzi ( it will depend on the size of your pool )

[@shermanwhite2235]

Awesome video and content for a new homebuyer with pool. Trying to get smart about pool ownership and upkeep

[@melindajones850]

Best video I’ve seen on the topic. Bravo, and thanks!

[@sumdoodguy8879]

If you dont see yourself enjoying maintaining your water, dont get a pool. I clean it daily, and check weekly. Its like what gardening is to some folks. Relaxing. And the results are satisfying.

[@EricEvolving]

So glad I found your channel, so much helpful information.

[@MelanieLovesTampaBay]

Eric Evolving I’m glad you did too! Thank you!

[@funeralangel8262]

👍Very good video. Pools are great if used often - _especially in Florida !_ But they do co$t `💰´ My relatives just had to replace all the valves on their pool. They are getting older and now have a pool service take good care of it. 💕

[@dergre3226]

This is really true. I have a pool at home and it's weekly maintenance. But it's worthy to share it with family and friends, specially if you come from a country that has almost the whole year tropical weather.

[@johnchef1195]

You have to be rich i guess

[@pures1n]

Thanks for posting Melanie, I am planning on moving to Orlando area. Loving all the advice you are giving! This video was awesome lots of great information. At first I was nervous buying a pool due to taking care of it. I didnt know that I could have someone take care of it for only $75 :D

[@gabe6959]

SUPER DUPER INFORMATIVE!! thank you so much for this video lol. it sounds like a lot of work starting off. but once everything is going, and you hire a high rated, reliable company to do the inspection and the maintenance, it can last a long time. but for the most part, it sounds like getting the pool up to date with everything will be the most expensive part.

[@maggietomas1290]

Thank you for this information !!! Moving to Tampa Sunday !!! Can’t wait ❤️

[@MarcM143]

She asks all the best questions

[@samo8204]

Salt Vs. Chlorine. I wish you would have elaborated a little further. Is the equipment the same? cost the same? last as long? Etc.

[@cleanpoolspa-ultimateswimm6373]

Equipment is the same, i.e. filter and pump motor. You don't really save much in terms of chlorine. You pay more upfront for a chlorine cell instead of paying over time for liquid chlorine. They both equal out. Cells normally last between 5 - 7 years with proper maintenance.

[@jadan2000]

I would really love to know the electrical costs of a pool

[@Ms.lindahart]

If you have a home in mind, you can call the power company and they can give you the average monthly electric cost for the home. If your pool has a variable speed pool pump, it will save you some money on your electric bill. I recently had to replace my pump and my electric bill has gone down about $30 per month compared to last year. Hope this helps!

[@fleghel]

Linda Hart how much you think the total electricity cost for the pool for the month? And how big is your pool, if I might ask?

[@Ms.lindahart]

fleghel With my variable speed pump I would estimate that the electrical cost per month is $25 of my total electrical cost for my home. Which equates to about 15%. In the summers my bill used to be about $200. Just got my June bill and it was $166! Saving $30+!

[@Ms.lindahart]

fleghel My pool is 15,000 gallons. I did a video about my Variable Speed Pump and how to maintain your pool DIY style. DIY Pool Care You CAN Afford! Learn how to take care of your pool while SAVING MONEY!

[@fleghel]

Linda Hart thanks! We do dream about installing a 16x40 fiberglass pool, and I asked for a quote for the variable pump in order to “save some money in the long run”... I’m glad I did. Now I just need to decide if 45-50k is worth spending to buy another expense lol

[@edgehodl4832]

awesome video, so much great info!

[@trevorpanno516]

I would have a private pool in the backyard than a community pool.

[@chrismag5259]

Here in South Carolina, you will pay 45.00 a week or more for someone to come clean it plus chemicals.

[@leoma7802]

Thanks a lot for awesome video. Many useful tips

[@shiwadaay07]

Having a house with swimming pool is my dream. I am thinking about finding a rental small house in northern Florida as soon as I find a new job over there. I'm still in a process of moving out of Georgia. I can't wait to have a new life in a tropical state soon.

[@johnchef1195]

Me too

[@mudburon3381]

If you own a Salt Water and Fresh Water Fish Tank, it is not that hard to deal with Pool chemicals and cleaning it. Probably don't need pool heater in Florida and here in Houston.

[@jeremylindner2405]

Great information, things I would of never thought of with pool ownership. What is the monthly cost of electricity to run a pool? Also is there a monthly cost for a salt pool, like there is for a chlorinated pool chemicals?

[@MelanieLovesTampaBay]

The monthly electric cost to run a pool depends on how long you are running the pump for. During the summer months, you typically run it longer than in the winter months. I honestly have never asked a pool contractor that question but I would estimate around $50-$75/month in increased electric costs. Salt systems just require salt added when it gets low...much easier to maintain. I just had a pool inspection done for a client and the cost was $175 and worth every penny!

[@IbeSyke]

Super helpful video guys

[@CrimeDoesNotPay]

Looking for another home in the bay area and this answered many questions I didn't think about. Thank you!

[@93deiondavis]

That pool maintenance price isn't bad.

[@singh11373]

Having a pool is like having a pet elephant.

[@PolloLocster]

requires nuts

[@daveylives]

great video! Cheers from San Diego.

[@TheTallMan67]

great info, thanks melanie

[@MercedesMechanic]

LOvely information, thanks!

[@johnroybal9855]

GOOD SCOOP! THANKS.

[@andyz2747]

How about used of water, and gas how much will cost monthly for the pool

[@MelanieLovesTampaBay]

HI Andy. Here is Florida, we occasionally have to put some water in the pool...if the water level gets low and we haven't had a lot of rain. But, usually the rain keeps it pretty full so the cost of water is very low. Gas depends on if you have a heater for your pool/spa and how often you use it. Solar panels are a good option if you want to keep your pool warm during the cooler months...gas works best for spas. Cost varies depending on usage. Most people I know with spas heat them up a few times a month...about $20/mn to do that

[@jaymann53]

Still cheaper to buy house with pool instead of putting one in. I have a pool, and maintain it myself.

[@naveenkumarpc1]

Can you please tell me how i can maintain it my self ?

[@richmartin505]

Y’all were struggling in that heat, yeah? 😅

[@MelanieLovesTampaBay]

We were dying...It was sooo hot 🥵

[@Brunek]

Love it

[@Kyle-wq2ps]

Ita looks like you guys want each other

[@vikingson9000]

what red blooded male wouldn't want Melanie?even better if that home & pool come with the deal ! :)

[@jayrivera5506]

OK Now where’s the A/C I’m cooked.

[@lilmamma807]

I will turn my pool into a fire pit. This is too much.

[@benjidog1514]

Tye I was think the same thing. Maybe I’ll just get a jacuzzi and call it a day

[@lilmamma807]

@@benjidog1514 yeah a jacuzzi will be way less maintenance. I'm glad I watched this before deciding on a house with a pool.

[@stephenlucas5740]

dude is clearly lying...he's sweating up a storm! Not a drop on her!

[@soultec11]

Shes not sweating because she is in the shade. Next time watch the video before you open your piehole !

[@sewerswan8422]

So lame

[@dirtnibMike]

Face the camera, just like adult films. Lol awkward interview

[@brittneypearson9022]

I can see the sweat on your foreheads lol. This will be me next year but probably worse cause I’m not used to it haha. Lord have mercy haha. Central A/C here I come haha❤️😂