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Create a relaxing oasis in your backyard by adding a pool

Two things generally keep people from adding a pool to their backyard recreation arsenal: cost and space. But Jason Lott, owner of Paradise Pool & Construction, says neither of those two considerations should be prohibitive.

"A pool can be built in any space for almost any price," he says.
While space obviously may limit the type of pool you have and cost may prohibit certain amenities, a pool can be a great addition to any home.

"Lots of people are getting them for exercise," Lott says. "Swimming and bicycling are considered the best - lowest stress - forms of exercise. Having a swimming pool is a great way to bring the swimming closer to home."

In fact, many grandparents are using new pools not only for exercise, but also as an attraction for grandkids coming to visit.

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