Pool Installation Process
A clear, structured path from first request to first swim. This page explains our sales process, design process, and build process so you know what happens next and what decisions matter most.
What to expect
We avoid one-size-fits-all quoting because every property is different. Your pool type, site access, elevations, drainage needs, decking scope, permitting (when required), and final selections influence both pricing and schedule. Our process is designed to align scope and expectations early so construction stays smooth and predictable.
We confirm fit, budget range, and goals before design work accelerates.
We evaluate access, setbacks, elevations, and drainage early so the plan is realistic.
Phase 1: Sales process
This phase is about confirming direction, budget alignment, and site feasibility. Once those are clear, we move into design and a project-specific proposal.
Share goals, budget range, and basic property details so we can guide you accurately.
We confirm pool direction, timeline goals, and feature priorities.
We evaluate access, elevations, drainage, setbacks, and feasibility.
We finalize scope, options, and pricing with clear expectations and next steps.
- Photos of yard access (gate width, overhead lines, tight turns).
- Your “must-have” list (auto cover, heater, lighting, water features, automation).
- Any known constraints (HOA, fencing needs, easements, utilities).
- Layout feasibility, setbacks, and equipment pad placement.
- Drainage and water management planning.
- Decking scope and how the backyard will function day-to-day.
Phase 2: Design process
Design is where the project becomes a real plan. We confirm layout, finalize selections, and lock scope so your schedule stays on track.
Placement, access, equipment location, and a plan that fits your yard and goals.
Pool type choices, depth profile, finishes, liner or tile details, and upgrades that affect the build path.
Final selections should be confirmed early so we can schedule construction steps that depend on them. This reduces change-order friction and prevents avoidable delays.
Phase 3: Build process
Below is the construction path by pool type. Timelines vary by scope, weather, site conditions, and permitting when required.
Reserve schedule, coordinate shell ordering, and confirm permits when required.
Excavation, shell set, plumbing, backfill, decking, and startup.
Reserve schedule and coordinate permits when required.
Excavation, wall install, plumbing, base work, liner install, decking, and startup.
Coordinate permits and inspections when required and confirm site plan details.
Excavation, steel, plumbing, gunite shot, curing, tile and coping, decking, plaster, and startup.
Timeline + what impacts it
Every pool is a construction project, and schedules can move for reasons that are normal in real-world builds. Here are the most common factors that affect timing.
Outdoor construction is weather-dependent, and certain materials can have lead times during peak season.
When required, local approvals can affect start dates and sequencing.
Items like finishes, tile, liner patterns, and upgrades should be confirmed before construction steps that depend on them. Early decisions protect the schedule and reduce change-order delays.
Owner handoff + long-term support
After construction and startup, we review the basics so you feel confident operating your pool. If you want ongoing help, our service team supports openings, closings, maintenance, and repairs.
Ready to start planning your pool?
Tell us what you are building, your ideal timeline, and your budget range. We will confirm fit and outline the next steps clearly.
How payment structure works
Pool projects are billed by milestones tied to real progress. This keeps the project moving, protects scheduling, and ensures payments align with completed work and deliverables. Terms and timing are confirmed in your agreement.
- Design deposit starts planning and reserves design time.
- We confirm layout direction, selections timing, and the path to a final proposal.
- Once scope is finalized, your construction schedule is reserved based on lead times and seasonality.
- At project commencement
- At gunite completion
- At plaster completion
- Upon substantial completion and walkthrough
- Deposit to order the pool shell and reserve production
- At dig and set (excavation and shell set)
- At concrete decking completion
- Upon substantial completion and walkthrough
- At project commencement
- At pool bottom completion
- At liner completion
- Upon substantial completion and walkthrough
Fiberglass lead time: We typically require a deposit to order the fiberglass shell. Shell production and delivery commonly takes 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the manufacturer, model availability, and season. This deposit helps lock your build sequence and coordinate the project timeline.
