Butler Eagle

From permits to pool parties: What to know before building a backyard pool

A backyard swimming pool can transform a home into a summer destination. Before the first shovel breaks ground, homeowners ...
Business Insider

I spent $40,000 on a backyard pool even though it's not a great investment, and it's still the best purchase I've ever made

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I rented a stranger's swimming pool and backyard for the day, and it was the perfect summer activity

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. I've lived in New York City for six years, and I always dread the hot summers. Growing up, I had a ...

I love hosting pool parties, but it's expensive. 1 rule keeps me from going broke over summer.

Pool ownership is expensive. I changed how I host so the extra cost of entertaining doesn't land completely on me.
People

Couple Chooses ’Unique’ Color to Make Their Backyard Pool ‘Stand Out’ Despite $65K Cost (Exclusive)

Jessica and Zachary Corcoran wanted their backyard pool to stand out, so they opted for a shimmering black finish Jessica Corcoran Jessica and Zachary Corcoran installed a backyard pool with a ...
The New York Times

How to Share Your Backyard Pool

Even in a pandemic you can still invite friends over for a safe swim. And go ahead, hog the pool float. By Bonnie Tsui In a normal summer, having friends over for a swim is one of the easy joys for ...