Summer is just around the corner. During the summer, many families head to the swimming pool to cool off and spend time together as a family. Do you have a swimming pool in your backyard? If you have a swimming pool in your backyard, I highly recommend that you check out these fantastic safety tips from Anita Reid.
Is there anything better than relaxing with your friends around your pool with a cold one in hot summer months? Once a symbol of luxury, swimming pool had become relatively inexpensive to install and maintain in recent decades, which is one of the reasons more and more people find it a welcomed addition to their home. The kids will never get bored of it, nor will you. In addition to being the center of fun for all members of the family, it will also unselfishly enable you to always be bursting with health and to stay in great shape.
However, all of that comes with a price which is not to be taken lightly if you’re thinking about installing a swimming pool next to your house. It is necessary to take all the precautions in order to prevent possible accidents, big percent of which is related to improperly secured pools.
Fencing
A proper fence is the first line of defense, primarily for kids and pets, maybe sometimes a guest who’s had one too many at a party. It is compulsory in many countries, which is quite understandable considering kids under five years of age are the ones most likely to have an accident around the pool. Take it very seriously and give the matter attention it deserves. All electric features around the fence have to be earthed. (It’s a government standard)
The fence itself should be at least four feet high with self-latching doors opening only inside out. Yes, it will take away something in terms of appearance and divide the space around the pool thus limiting movement, but that is a small price to pay for peace of mind and knowing the pool is not dangerous for your little ones when you’re not around. You may opt for frameless glass fences, which can be acquired for reasonable price nowadays and will even add a touch of luxury to the area.
