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Plan it before you jump in

The dream of enjoying a swimming pool in your backyard with family and friends is certainly the quintessence of the great Australian lifestyle. With so many choices to make, along with the knowledge that it is a significant investment, where do you start? Are you investing in the right part of your home? Starting on your pool-building journey is exciting yet daunting.

Plonking a pool in the ground to enable you to have some water action is one thing. Adding value to your home is another and requires patience and planning. Budget restrictions are always the driver around the many decisions you need to make.

Careful planning will enable you to realise the vision of

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