Hi! First, I just want to say that this forum/website is amazing-- I've learned so much from it, and am constantly impressed by the care and civility in all the discussions.
I was wondering if people could offer some advice on whether it is worth keeping old pool. We recently bought a house in Berkshire County, MA. It has a 30 year old pool, 39,000 gallon in-ground pool that was traditionally used during about 3 months of the year. We've had it looked at, and it would require about $5000 in plaster and stone repair to be functional. (The previous owners were somewhat negligent, didn't balance calcium, etc.) It would also need a heater, new pump, some above-ground pipe repair, and a new cover, all of which adds cost, which we might be willing to do. But my big concern is that it is not worth putting this kind of money into such an old pool, as I've been told that a broken pipe below ground or leak would be far more expensive (it is also really, really hard to find pool experts around here). So my question is whether people think it is worth it to get a 30 year old pool up and running. Or am I just going to spend $20K only to find myself facing much bigger problems in a few years.
I realize this may be more of a philosophical than practical question, but appreciate any responses. Thank you!
I was wondering if people could offer some advice on whether it is worth keeping old pool. We recently bought a house in Berkshire County, MA. It has a 30 year old pool, 39,000 gallon in-ground pool that was traditionally used during about 3 months of the year. We've had it looked at, and it would require about $5000 in plaster and stone repair to be functional. (The previous owners were somewhat negligent, didn't balance calcium, etc.) It would also need a heater, new pump, some above-ground pipe repair, and a new cover, all of which adds cost, which we might be willing to do. But my big concern is that it is not worth putting this kind of money into such an old pool, as I've been told that a broken pipe below ground or leak would be far more expensive (it is also really, really hard to find pool experts around here). So my question is whether people think it is worth it to get a 30 year old pool up and running. Or am I just going to spend $20K only to find myself facing much bigger problems in a few years.
I realize this may be more of a philosophical than practical question, but appreciate any responses. Thank you!
Tough call. Several factors apply, many of which you noted above. Could you share some pics of the pool and equipment from various angles? It might help with replies.
