"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For some, a backyard pool is the ultimate at-home amenity. However, not all pools are created equal.

Installing a lap pool typically costs between $4,000 and $100,000, with a national average cost of $44,000. Some of the factors that affect the total cost include the size, material, and style of the ...

Lauren has six years of experience writing and editing home improvement content. She covered lifestyle, DIY, design and cleaning at The Spruce for five years and contributed home improvement pieces to ...