A swimming pool is a tank or container filled with water in which people can swim. The term is broad, and can encompass anything from very inexpensive portable play equipment for kids to major landscape features. The right type of swimming pool depends on how much time and money you want to invest, the role it will play in your home life and the size of your yard.
Pools present a risk of drowning, particularly for nonswimmers or those with certain medical conditions (such as heart and respiratory problems) that make them vulnerable to the effects of water. To reduce this risk, all children must be taught to swim and should remain within arm’s reach of an adult at all times. Nonswimmers should avoid entering water over chest deep, even if they wear a life vest.
All pools require regular maintenance to ensure that they are safe for swimmers. This includes regularly testing and balancing the pool’s chemical levels. There are a variety of kits available to test your pool’s pH, total alkalinity and chlorine level; most basic ones cost under $10. More sophisticated electronic testers can analyze a disposable strip that is dipped in the water, but they tend to be more expensive.
In addition to keeping a close eye on the pool chemistry, it’s important to brush and vacuum the pool frequently. Debris from leaves, bugs and animals, as well as cosmetic residues from suntan lotions and hair products, can lead to bacterial contamination.
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