âI am a woman who came from the cotton fields of the South. From there I was promoted to the washtub. From there I was promoted to the cook kitchen. And from there I promoted myself into the business of manufacturing hair goods and preparationsâ¦.I have built my own factory on my own ground.â. Madam Walker.
The average in-ground swimming pool costs $21,919, according to home improvement site Fixr. And thatâs for a pretty basic 32â by 16â model. But thatâs just to build the thing. Then you have to take care of it.
Pool prices vary greatly depending upon the size, material and location of the pool. According to PoolandSpa.com, the average 2010 cost of a 16x32-foot in-ground pool ranged from $17,000 to $37,0000, depending upon the material used to construct the pool.(pigphoto/iStock/Getty Images).s the pool ages, leaks, cracks and equipment may require repair or replacement. Some prefer to hire professionals to manage the maintenance needs of their pool. In 2010, this service came at a cost of $1,500 to $2,000 a year.