Average cost to have an inground pool installed on Long Island (insurance, how much)

[Jackie78]

Hi everyone! So we are thinking of having an inground pool installed.
We live on the south shore, and we are just trying to see what the going rate is....:-) We went to a pool place today and they said it would be about $30,000 (that's top of the line) and that includes everything from excavation to pavers around the pool. Just looking to see if that is about right
Thanks!

[Peter B]

Depending upon what u want, yes, that is reasonable. You can get a small inground pool installed for as low as the mid teens and , of course, can end up spending MUCH more then that. Your best bet is to get at least 3+ quotes for what you want and be sure to ask for references and to speak to previous clients. This is not something you'd want to dive into (no pun intended) without doing some legwork Good luck! There is nothing like a beautiful pool in your yard when it is 90F and humid and you don't have to load up the car and drive to the beach.

[ovi8]

anyone know how much value a $30k pool adds to the house like 10 years later when you try to sell?

[hotkarl]

Originally Posted by rh71

anyone know how much value a $30k pool adds to the house like 10 years later when you try to sell?

Nothing. Nada. Zip. Zilch.
However, a tastefully landscaped yard with an inground pool can move your property a little faster.
However #2, an inground pool no matter how nice and fancy may deter some buyers. Some people just don't want the expense and headache of a pool, also many people with children are downright frightened of having a pool.

That being said, it's a personal choice that you need to make for yourself and nobody else. If you and your family really want a pool, then go for it.
Just remember it is a huge responsibilty and added expense. Taxes go up, electricty goes up, cost of chemicals, repairs, etc...
It's like having another child.

I'm in the pool business.
15k can get you a bare bones no frills steel wall vinyl liner pool.
30k is average price for an inground pool these days.
Gunite is super, super expensive. It will also beat you over the head with property tax increases. Vinyl not so much.
It's a big decision to make, not just financially, but long term upkeep as well. Take your time, get as many estimates as possible, minimal of 5.
Get references. Ask to look at some of the companies work. A reputable company will have customers willing to show off their yard and pool.
Don't always go with the cheapest price, trust me, you get you pay for if go with the lowball price. You absolutely have to match quality of work and referals against the price. 5k more may get you 15k less headaches in the future.

[OhBeeHave]

Don't forget to figure in for landscaping (fence, privacy hedges) as well as cost of maintenance and how much your taxes will increase once the pool is in.

[cmv138]

pools dont add real value to a house. i can work against the seller some times. buyers will factor in the cost to run the pool when thy buy. i also think Taxes are higher when you have a in-ground pool.
i personally would love a pool . the wife is against it because we dont know how to swim...LOL

[OhBeeHave]

Originally Posted by rh71

anyone know how much value a $30k pool adds to the house like 10 years later when you try to sell?

Is it a pool or a money pit? - MSN Money

I dislike pools, so for me as a potential buyer, the pool would be a liability in the sale.

[cmv138]

does home insurance go up too if you have a pool?

[scottzilla]

It seems everyone I know that bought an inground pool paid 30K.

[scottzilla]

Originally Posted by rh71

anyone know how much value a $30k pool adds to the house like 10 years later when you try to sell?

It is my understanding a pool adds zero value.
Further, 1/2 of the potential buyers view a pool as a negative, not a positive.