Does every home in Texas have a pool?

When the Texas summer heat index pushes past 105°F, a backyard pool looks less like a luxury and more like a survival necessity. However, before you dive into pool ownership, it is critical to understand how expansive clay soil, utility costs, and local market dynamics impact your investment. Here is our complete breakdown of the pros, the cons, and how to choose between buying a home with a pool already installed versus building an oasis from scratch.