Your city will likely require you to have a residential building permit in order to put a swimming pool on your property. You can usually apply for a residential building permit on the website of your local Department of Building and Safety.  In addition to granting you permission to construct a swimming pool, the residential building permit will outline the exact requirements and specifications of your new pool.  Don’t forget to also check your neighborhood’s homeowners association guidelines before moving forward with the installation—not all neighborhoods allow pools. Some municipalities may also expect you to have a separate electrical permit. However, the electrician you contract to take care of your pool’s inground wiring can often apply for an electrical permit on your behalf. Designate a part of your property that would work best for your new pool. Swimming pools are typically found in the backyards of most homes, though you could also situate yours to one side if you have enough space to play with.  Think carefully about where your pool will go. Installing a swimming pool in certain areas may require you to add or remove other outdoor features like trees or sections of fencing, which will drive up the cost of the project. You may have a limited number of options in regards to your pool’s overall dimensions, depending on where you decide to put it. Think about how you want your new pool to look. Would you prefer a round, square, or rectangular shape? How deep will it be? How many entrances and exits will it have? These are all important details that you'll need to discuss with your contractor before the project gets underway.  Most home swimming pools come in standardized sizes like 10 feet (3.0 m) x 20 feet (6.1 m), 15 feet (4.6 m) x 30 feet (9.1 m), and 20 feet (6.1 m) x 40 feet (12 m), and may be anywhere from 4–15 feet (1.2–4.6 m) deep.  Keep in mind that the more complex your pool design is, the higher the total cost will be. Most residential swimming pools are finished using 1 of 3 surfacing materials: poured concrete, fiberglass, or vinyl. Concrete is the strongest and most durable, but also the most expensive. It tends to be the best choice for large pools that are intended as a permanent addition to a home's exterior.  If you expect your pool to receive heavy use, investing in a long-lasting material like concrete can cut down on the cost of repairs in the long run. A well-maintained concrete swimming pool can also add to the resale value of your home, in some cases. Fiberglass pools are most often sold as one-piece premade forms. This make them a breeze to put in, as all the building crew has to do after excavating your site is lower them into place and backfill around them. Fiberglass also offers the best balance of durability and affordability. For saltwater pools, you’ll want to go with fiberglass or vinyl lining, as salt can wear down concrete over time. Vinyl swimming pool liners are essentially large, smooth sheets that are shaped to fit the contours of the completed pool. They're by far the most economical option for finishing a home swimming pool. The major downside is that they wear out much faster than both fiberglass and concrete.  Another disadvantage of vinyl pool liners is that they have a tendency to bubble, wrinkle, and pull loose. This means they may need regular adjusting in order to keep their attractive appearance. A vinyl-lined pool will only run you $25,000-50,000 on average, compared to poured concrete, which can cost upwards of $80,000-100,000. Run a search for pool contractor companies in your area and compare your options carefully. You'll want to select a professional who holds a valid contractor's license signifying that they're qualified to install swimming pools. Experience building pools for at least several years is also a plus.  Read reviews from homeowners who have used the contractor in the past to get a sense of what kind of work they do. The contractor you hire to put in your pool will charge a separate rate for labor, so don't forget to factor their pay into your initial budget.
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One-sentence summary -- Obtain the necessary building permits. Pick out a suitable site for the pool. Come up with a basic design for your pool. Create the foundation of your pool with concrete to ensure that it's built to last. Purchase a molded fiberglass pool for ease of installation. Go with a vinyl-lined pool if you want to spend less. Hire a pool contractor to bring your vision to life.


Different headaches are treated in different ways. Typically, you can determine the type of headache you have on your own based on your specific symptoms. If you have difficulty, though, you can also ask your doctor. They should be able to identify the type of headache you're having by a description of your symptoms. Common types of headaches include:  Tension: The most common type of headache. Caused by muscle tightness in the back of the neck or scalp. Feels like a tight band around your head. Pain may also be concentrated in your forehead, temples, or the back of your head. Sinus: Caused by inflamed sinuses due to allergies, a cold, or the flu. You may feel pain over your forehead, around your nose and eyes, over your cheeks, or in your upper teeth. Pain may increase when you stoop forward. Migraine: Caused by many different triggers that vary from person to person. Pulsating pain of disabling intensity, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting. If untreated, typically lasts the whole day. Cluster: Relatively rare; unknown cause. Attacks result in up to 8 headaches a day for a 1 to 3 month period. Pain always on one side of the head and very severe. Typically accompanied by a red, watery eye on the headache side. May also be accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light or sound. Either a warm compress or ice can ease a tension headache by helping to relax the muscles in your head and face. If you're using cold therapy, wrap a bag of ice or frozen vegetables in a towel to protect your skin. Regardless of whether you're using a warm compress or ice, don't leave it on your head for more than 15 to 20 minutes.  Heat improves circulation and increases blood flow, whereas cold restricts blood flow to reduce inflammation. Cold therapy is usually best for sinus headaches and other headaches caused by inflammation, but can also ease tension headaches. However, heat is typically better for tension headaches. If you're using a warm compress, the water should be no more than 120 °F (49 °C) for adults or 105 °F (41 °C) for children.  You can also use a hot water bottle or gel pack. Inhaling steam loosens mucus to help reduce congestion. If you have a sinus headache, the steam from the shower can also help relieve inflammation in your sinuses. If you don't like hot showers, try boiling water and leaning over the pot to inhale the steam. This can also relieve congestion, although you may find your pain temporarily worsens when you bend over. If the air in your home is overly dry, it can cause sinus congestion, which can lead to sinus headaches. A humidifier helps keep the air moist so it's easier for you to breathe.  If you use a humidifier, check the humidity of your home regularly to maintain the right humidity level. Generally, the air in your home should be between 30% and 55%. Make sure you change the water in your humidifier so it's fresh, using bottled water if possible. Clean your humidifier at least once a week. Otherwise, it can grow mold, which can cause significant health problems.
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Evaluate your symptoms to determine what kind of headache you have. Use hot or cold therapy to relax tense muscles. Take a steamy shower to treat a congestion headache. Use a humidifier to ease sinus dryness and irritation.