Cool off in a refreshing, affordable above-ground pool! Once the warm days of summer roll around, most homeowners turn their thoughts to the fun, entertainment and cooling factor of sipping lemonade poolside, watching the kids splash in the pool, and taking a refreshing dip to ease the summer heat. However, not everyone wants to make the financial commitment to building an in-ground pool, and sometimes there just isn’t the space for one. Above-ground pools are the answer. While they vary in the range of durability, size, and affordability, there’s a perfect above-ground pool for every family’s needs. But how do you decide which above-ground pool is right for you? Read on to find out why the Intex 28111EH 8ftX30-inch, Intex 12ftX30-inch, and Summer Waves Elite 9ftX18ft pools (which don’t need foundations) are the top three above-ground pool choices that won't bust the budget.
When it comes to summer water fun, it’s hard for kids to wait! The Intex 28111EH is a very kid-friendly pool that offers great features but sets up easily. Reasonably-priced at Walmart at $60.95, it’s a good option for folks with small children. You aren’t going to be able to do laps in it, but it will definitely cool you off and give the kiddos somewhere to have water fun. While it’s easy to set up – within 10 minutes – it also offers great features. It measures 8’x30”, includes a 110-120V Krystal Clear cartridge filter pump with an easy-to-install filter pump, has a pump flow rate of 330 gallons of water per hour, and is easy to install. Simply inflate the top ring and fill with water.
A lot of people get scared off when they hear the words “budget” regarding above-ground pools, but the quality is much better than it was years ago. The Intex 12’ x 30” Pool is only $99.99 at Sears, but it packs a punch with more space and features than other comparable models. It features a durable coated steel frame construction, super-tough laminated PVC walls, a 110-120V filter pump to remove debris with a 530 gallon per hour pump flow rate, a convenient garden hose plug drain, a 1,718-gallon capacity, and it’s ready for water after only 30 minutes setup. Plus, it includes a setup and maintenance CD.
If you have lots of friends and family, the Summer Waves pool is a winner. Measuring 9’x18’, it’s got plenty of room to accommodate all your friends and family. It features a PVC-reinforced mesh wall, a built-in pump system, and reinforced frame for it’s 4,480-gallon capacity. Keeping the pool clean is easy with the included skimmer basket and cartridge. It includes a pool cover, and a fully functioning surface skimmer and basket to keep debris and insects to a minimum. It can be set up an running in 2 hours and is only $724.99 at Home Depot.