Swimming pools are a popular feature in Cayman Islands homes, as they offer year-round enjoyment thanks to the island’s warm climate.
Having a swimming pool at your home enhances your lifestyle, provides a safe space for families to socialise, and adds significant value to your property. It's recommended that you engage a local pool company for the design, installation and maintenance of your pool, since they understand Cayman’s building regulations, soil conditions and climate, ensuring pools are constructed to withstand heat, humidity and seasonal storms.
It's important to consider that owning a pool will increase electricity usage and, in some cases, water bills due to filtration systems, pumps and regular refilling. Choosing energy-efficient equipment and maintaining your pool correctly can help manage ongoing costs.
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Pool Companies
Most pool companies in the Cayman Islands offer comprehensive services, including:
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Custom swimming pool design and construction
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Residential and commercial pool installations
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Pool renovations and resurfacing
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Weekly pool cleaning and chemical balancing
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Equipment servicing and repairs
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Energy-efficient pump and filtration system upgrades
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Pool covers, safety barriers and accessories
Swimming Pool Trends
Depending on your budget, space and lifestyle, there are many pool styles and features to consider. Popular trends in the Cayman Islands include:
- Zero entries create a beach-style entry into the water. The entryway slopes into the pool as if you’re walking into the sea. These are ideal for children and relaxed lounging.
- Plunge pools are perfect for a smaller outdoor space, and adding a swim jet allow you to swim laps against a current.
- Infinity edge pools are designed to blend into the ocean or canal by extending to the horizon.
- Perimeter overflow pools are an evolution of the infinity pool where the water constantly flows over the edge of the pool.
- Deck laminars are jets of water that shoot from hidden fixtures and cascade in arcs into the pool. They can be illuminated with fibre optic or LED lighting.
- Sheer descents and rain features can be built into a wall or planter.
- Waterfalls add visual interest to standard shaped pools. Rocks and boulders can be used and add a very relaxing ambience.
- Swim-up bars with submerged seating are a common resort-style feature and offer a great way to entertain guests.
- Acrylic wall pools are rare due to cost, but can massively differentiate a property, and add a distinct luxury feel to your outdoor area.
Pool Safety Tips
Having a pool comes with serious responsibility. While pool-related incidents are rare in Cayman, safety should always be a top priority for homeowners.
Every pool owner should follow these essential safety measures:
- Always supervise children when they are in or near a pool
- Ensure all family members, nannies and caregivers can swim
- Secure your pool with barriers or fencing
- Install and use a lockable safety cover
- Fit pool and gate alarms to alert you when children approach the water
- Keep life vests and flotation devices near the pool
- Everyone in the family should learn CPR and basic water rescue techniques (We recommend the Red Cross certification programmes)
- Keep your pool clean and maintain proper chemical levels to minimise the risk of ear infections and rashes.
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