What pool shape and design is right for our family?

  • The size of your family and expected number of guests help determine the dimensions. 
  • Your planned pool use such as swimming laps, playing sports and making a kiddies area available are factors in determining the shape, length and depths. 
  • The yard size, terrain, tree coverage and sun path impact your plan
  • Your township or subdivision association guidelines or regulations on lot set-back or coverage could affect your project size. 
  • Your home's architecture style and your entertainment lifestyle have an impact on the pool shape, surrounding layout and materials.

How much will it cost to have a pool built?

pool costs
Investing in a pool is an investment in your home and your lifestyle. Together we can work out a plan that suits your budget and your dreams. Custom concrete swimming pools are considered the top quality for in-ground pool construction with good reason.

  • Each pool is custom designed and is structurally unique. They are created of a continuous durable concrete vessel with virtually unlimited options of size, shape, depth and structural features.
  • More natural materials such as real stone, stone finishes, shells, and landscaping can be incorporated into their designs.
  • A greater creative approach is possible, including negative edges, fountains, waterfalls, and freeform designs to blend into and accent a home's theme or landscaping feature.
  • While custom concrete pools generally are more expensive and may take longer to build, they are worth it.  They can last a lifetime and are truly an investment in your home.

How long does it take to have our pool built?

  • pool waterfall designDesigning your backyard living area:  This can take from just a few days to weeks depending on the scope of your project and how well defined your vision and complex the features.  
  • Permitting your pool: Depending on the time of the year, permitting usually takes a minimum of three weeks.  It can involve engineering, survey and topography plans as well as obtaining building permits, financing arrangements and locating the pool design in your backyard.
  • The construction phase:  The time required varies with each design. 
    • Excavation of the hole
    • Creating required retaining walls
    • Installation of forms, rebar, plumbing and electrical ducts
    • Application of the concrete to create a continuous vessel
    • Application of tiles, coping and interior finish.
  • Pool finishing:  Installation of the equipment and special features is one of the last phases of completion.  The area must be clean for filling with water and starting the pool's operation.
  • The deck and landscaping:  This must be coordinated with the pool construction since it may be depending on access issues relating to retaining walls, fencing, masonry work, walkways, pool decking and tree planting. 

What types of features are available to choose from?

featuresWe want you to be aware of the options and features available to make the operation of your pool simple and to minimize its maintenance. While many pool safety feature are covered by regulations in the pool design, itis important for you to consider other safety products to meet your specific needs and support to continuous adult supervision and child education, which should be considered the primary safety measures. All features should be carefully decided upon before construction of your pool begins.

  • In-floor cleaning systems
    • Jets pop up from the floor to direct the dirt to a drain
  • Pebbled Pool Finishes
    • The durability of stone with the elegance and beauty of Mother Nature
  • Automatic pool covers
    • Ease of coverage keeps the dirt out
  • Automated sanitizer systems
    • Keeps the water in balance to reduce risk of algae problems
  • Automatic control systems
    • Automates an integrated pool management system
  • Automatic water leveling devices
    • Makes sure your pool is always full without ever lifting a finger or a hose
  • Removable  baby fencing
    • Easily removed and re-installed when entertaining