Custom pools built for Utah's climate and your property

A realistic custom pool project in Utah typically exceeds $100,000, and complete backyard projects with an attached spa, extensive decking, landscaping, premium equipment, and an automatic cover may reach $130,000-$150,000 or more. Final cost depends heavily on pool design, property conditions, access, and scope. We discuss realistic budgets during the initial consultation rather than quoting an artificially low starting price.

Gunite (shotcrete) pools are built on-site from steel and concrete, allowing complete customization of shape, size, depth, benches, steps, and features. Fiberglass pools are pre-manufactured shells dropped into an excavated hole, which limits design flexibility. We build gunite/shotcrete pools because they allow the custom designs and structural durability Utah homeowners typically want.

For a summer completion, begin the consultation and design process in the fall or winter before your target year. Pool construction in Utah is seasonal, ground work is limited during winter months, and the spring-summer schedule fills quickly. Starting early leaves time for design, permitting, and scheduling without rushing construction decisions.

Yes, but slope significantly affects cost and complexity. Sloped lots typically require retaining walls, additional excavation, more material removal, and engineered drainage solutions. Many homes along the Wasatch Front have notable grade changes. We evaluate slope conditions during the site assessment and explain how they affect design options and budget before quoting.

Saltwater pools still use chlorine. A salt chlorine generator converts dissolved salt into chlorine automatically, which often produces more consistent chlorine levels and softer-feeling water. Salt systems require compatible equipment, and salt can affect certain decking and hardscape materials over time. Whether a salt system is right for your project depends on your preferences, equipment, and surrounding materials.

A typical custom gunite pool project takes several months from excavation to completion. The exact timeline depends on pool complexity, weather, permitting, inspection schedules, and whether the project includes extensive hardscape and landscaping. We provide a realistic project timeline during planning rather than an overly optimistic estimate.

In Utah, automatic covers provide meaningful benefits: a safety barrier, heat retention that reduces heating costs, debris control, and a significant reduction in water evaporation in our arid climate. They add cost but often pay for themselves in reduced heating and water costs and help extend the swimming season. Cover suitability depends on pool shape and design, so it's best planned in from the start.

Ask exactly what's included in the quote, especially excavation, material removal, decking, drainage, landscaping restoration, equipment, electrical and gas coordination, and startup. Ask about experience with Utah's freeze conditions, whether they manage construction directly or subcontract the whole project, and warranty scope. Be cautious of any quote significantly lower than others, it likely excludes items you'll pay for eventually.

A responsible pool quote covers excavation and material removal, structural construction, plumbing, equipment, electrical and gas coordination, decking and coping, interior finish, drainage, grading, startup, and site restoration. If a quote doesn't mention these items, ask what they'll cost, because those omissions are where cheap estimates make up the difference later.

Utah pools need proper freeze protection for equipment, plumbing, and the shell. Winterization typically involves an equipment blowout, freeze guards or freeze-protection sensors, appropriate plumbing design, and using an automatic cover to protect the pool. Requirements vary by elevation and microclimate, so the right approach should be confirmed for your specific property.