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What are the ongoing costs of owning a pool?
7 Ongoing Costs of Owning a Pool, and 5 Ways to Cut Them
Budget roughly $170 to $550 or more per month to run and maintain a pool in Darwin. Where you land depends on whether you clean it yourself or hire a professional service, and how your pump and electricity are set up.
The 7 ongoing costs
- Electricity for the pump and filtration.
- Chemicals and testing.
- Water top ups.
- Cleaning, by you or a service.
- Equipment repairs and replacement.
- Heating, if fitted.
- Insurance and fencing upkeep.
5 ways to keep costs down
- Use a variable speed pump. It can cut pump electricity a lot.
- Fit a pool cover. It reduces evaporation, heat loss and cleaning.
- Keep the chemistry balanced. It avoids expensive algae treatments.
- Clean the filters and skimmer baskets regularly.
- Choose a surface and design that suit your maintenance appetite. See concrete, fibreglass or vinyl.
Frequently asked questions
Does a pool raise my power bill a lot?
A modern variable speed pump keeps it much lower than an older single speed pump.
How often should I service the equipment?
Check it regularly, and have a professional inspect it at least once a year.