Not only are pools fun, but they also offer a great chance to get in shape while also minimizing wear and tear on your body. A pool can add value to your home, and it can lend itself well to your property's curb appeal. Are you thinking of having a pool installed? You've come to the right contractors! Before we get started on your project, let's take a look at some interesting facts your local pool builder thinks you should know.

1. The Swimming Pool Market Is Growing

According to a 2023 report by Mordor Intelligence, U.S. swimming pool construction is expected to witness steady growth of more than 4% throughout their study period of 2018 to 2028. This rather substantial industry growth highlights just how popular pools are. With more and more homes offering pools, you won't want to miss out. Contact a pool builder today to get started!

2. Roughly 8% of Homes Already Have a Pool

Many American homes already have a pool set up. In fact, statistics gathered by TestHut report that roughly 8% of homes have a pool in our country. How many pools have you seen in your neighborhood? Different regions certainly have more or less compared to others, but you likely live near at least a few.

3. Warm Climates Encourage Pool Building

Curious to know where pools pop up the most? The percentage of homes with pools increases dramatically in some cities and regions. For example, Aqua Magazine reports that over 32% of homes in Phoenix have a pool. Meanwhile, in Cincinnati, just 4.7% of homes have one. Here in Harris County, pools are holding strong as one of the most popular landscaping additions.

4. There Are Tons of Swimmers

Statista found that there were over 325,000 swimming athletes in the U.S. by the end of the last decade. In 2000, surveys found there were fewer than 300,000. These numbers suggest that the number of folks swimming is on the rise and the trend may be set to continue! As more people take up swimming, you can expect pools to proliferate in the neighborhood.

5. Pools Add Value

If you install a pool, you can enjoy it right now and also get a higher price for your home later on when you go to sell. In fact, Bankrate reports that having an in-ground pool can increase your home's value by roughly 7%. Given how valuable homes are, that's quite a large number.

Looking for a pool builder? Get in touch with our team at Mirror Lake Designs! We'd be happy to answer any questions you might have about our services.