Keep Kids Safe
The first and most obvious reason to install a fence around your pool is to protect your children or anyone that comes to visit. Pools are a lot of fun but can be very dangerous for young children. If a toddler goes outside to play and is unsupervised for just a few minutes they could find their way to the pool and accidentally fall in. Pool accidents are sadly not that uncommon, but installing a pool fence can greatly decrease the risk of an incident occurring on your property. Young children love pools and water as much as everyone else, and if they don't know how to swim, even the shallowest pool can be extremely dangerous. Install a fence and increase your pool safety exponentially!
Keep Pets Safe
If you don't have children you should still get a pool enclosure. Pets can fall into pools just as easily as a child. While many breeds of dogs can instinctively swim, some breeds are not built for it at all. Even if your pup can swim, they may not be able to get themselves back out of the pool. Remember that dogs can't use ladders. Pool ledges don't give very much traction for puppy paws, so they might get stuck treading water. Pool enclosures are especially important for households with breeds that don't swim, puppies, or disabled dogs. Pugs, Boxers, Bulldogs, Basset Hounds, Dachshunds are just a few of the breeds who anatomically can't swim well. Keep your pup safe and install a fence around your pool.
Prevent Liability
This one's very important. Even if you don't have pets or children, your neighborhood probably does. If a child wanders into your yard and falls into your pool, it is your problem in most cases. Each state has different laws regarding pool enclosures and overall pool safety. Many states regulate the height of fences to be taller than your typical chain-link fence. Just about all states say that in order to not be liable for a trespasser's injuries, you need to have your pool fully fenced in and locked at all times. If you do not follow the state's pool fence regulations then you will be liable for any incidents that occur in or around your pool and you will have no legal ground for defense because you would be considered a "negligent" pool owner. Fences that are sturdy, tall, and lockable make pool areas much safer and can deter or prevent trespassers from entering. Check out this pamphlet on pool safety to learn more: https://bsyl.ink/PoolSafety.
Avoid Theft & Damage
Finally, a pool enclosure will prevent damage and theft. Most people will leave their pool floats, toys, and equipment in the pool area for easy access the next time they use the pool. If your pool is not fenced off, anyone can walk in and steal your things. Or, someone from the neighborhood could sneak in to use your pool, and cause damage to it. Since you'll likely not have proof of who the culprit is, you'll have to make the repairs and replacements yourself. This is a headache that no one wants, especially because many pool accessories cost a pretty penny. Avoid the hassle by installing a fence around your pool. It may not stop a very determined vandal, but it's enough to deter many sneaky teenagers.
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