"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For some, a backyard pool is the ultimate at-home amenity. However, not all pools are created equal.

Owning a pool may seem like a dream, but the hidden costs can quickly add up.Professional cleaning services for pools cost Americans an average of $15o per month, according to HomeAdvisor. Repairs are ...

Stock tanks, those oversized galvanized tubs you see on farms used to keep livestock well hydrated, have now moved to suburban backyards. The tanks have become a popular do-it-yourself swimming pool ...