Having a swimming pool in Melbourne - what are the costs?
Feb 5th 2009, 11:01 am
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Having a swimming pool in Melbourne - what are the costs?
Hi All,
Just wondering how much its going to cost to maintain an outdoor pool in Melbourne. Any info on maintenance would be great.
Thanks,
Irish Gal
Just wondering how much its going to cost to maintain an outdoor pool in Melbourne. Any info on maintenance would be great.
Thanks,
Irish Gal
Feb 6th 2009, 8:55 am
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Re: Having a swimming pool in Melbourne - what are the costs?
It's totally irresponsible to even consider a pool in such a drought stricken area. I can't answer your question I just wonder if you have considered the environmental costs.
Feb 6th 2009, 9:50 am
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Re: Having a swimming pool in Melbourne - what are the costs?
Just out of intrest do you have an existing pool or are you in process of having one built?
Feb 6th 2009, 9:59 am
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Re: Having a swimming pool in Melbourne - what are the costs?
Not sure about Melbourne, but up here in SEQLD, my maintenance costs were $254 for 2007/08, and I did have algae problems during that time.
This year, the first 6 months came to $71.
These costs are for Acid and Chlorine.
Pump running costs?, not sure as it is mixed with general electric costs.
I assume you have a water tank to collect the rain from your roof, and avoid, what was the word, environmental costs
This year, the first 6 months came to $71.
These costs are for Acid and Chlorine.
Pump running costs?, not sure as it is mixed with general electric costs.
I assume you have a water tank to collect the rain from your roof, and avoid, what was the word, environmental costs
Feb 6th 2009, 10:11 am
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Oh, George.....
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Re: Having a swimming pool in Melbourne - what are the costs?
Cheers!Thanks for the other comments guys
. I appreciate you getting back to me. It wasn't something we were looking for - but the house is in the right area, perfect size and good price so we couldn't knock it back 
.All the best
Irish Gal
Feb 6th 2009, 10:12 am
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Oh, George.....
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I'm praying for some - Seriously! 
Feb 6th 2009, 12:16 pm
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Re: Having a swimming pool in Melbourne - what are the costs?
In the current temperatures down there, a pool will a) cool you down cheaply and b) be an excellent source of water should there be a bush fire anywhere close - enjoy.
Feb 6th 2009, 7:11 pm
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Re: Having a swimming pool in Melbourne - what are the costs?
Just out of curiosity, is that by any chance a Moroccan from Leisure pools ?
We are having one fitted at this moment. Looks good.
BTW, ours is being fitted next to our FULL 24,500ltr water tank to lessen the enviromental costs.
We are having one fitted at this moment. Looks good.
BTW, ours is being fitted next to our FULL 24,500ltr water tank to lessen the enviromental costs.
