Plunge, spool, cocktail, and other small inground pools cost $17,500 to $25,200 and up. These pools usually measure about 10 feet wide by 10 feet long or 12 feet by 24 feet and are 5.5 to 7 feet deep.

When the weather gets warm, few things sound as good as a dip in a refreshing pool. Installing an inground pool can transform your backyard into a summer oasis that's perfect for beating the heat.

I've gone swimming in ponds, lakes and oceans, but nothing beats the convenience of having a private pool a few steps away from the back door. After sweating out one too many summers, I decided to ...