Pool Builder · Austin, TX
Custom pool builder in Austin, Texas.
Austin is where a custom pool is hardest to do well, and where it matters most to do it right. Limestone on one side of town, expansive clay on the other, heritage trees, impervious cover limits and a permit review that takes its time. We build only 12 pools a year so that Dan can be on your lot, sorting those things out before they become problems.
Building in Austin
What to know before you build in Austin.
Austin's review process is among the most thorough in the region, so we plan for it from day one.
Ground conditions
West: limestone. East: expansive clay.
West Austin sits on solid limestone bedrock, where hard rock chipping is part of the job. East Austin is highly expansive Blackland clay that calls for structural engineering and piers.
Permitting
Typically 8–12 weeks
Austin's review process is among the most thorough in the region, so we plan for it from day one. We handle all permits and HOA coordination, so you are not chasing paperwork.
Neighborhoods & HOAs
Rob Roy, Barton Creek and more
Neighborhoods such as Rob Roy and Barton Creek typically bring strict architectural review, heritage tree protection, tight setbacks, critical water quality zone buffers and strictly enforced impervious cover limits.
Planning
Plan for the paperwork
Engineering costs vary widely with slope and trees. Impervious cover calculations have to include the pool, the decking and the equipment pad, and Austin expects a detailed survey and tree plan before you submit.
Timelines and conditions are general guidance. Every lot is different, and your final proposal follows an on-site visit.
How we build for Austin
One owner. Every step.
On an Austin lot we start with the survey, the tree plan and the impervious cover math, before the design is final, so the pool you approve is a pool that can actually be permitted. Dan manages the review and follows up, so your permit does not sit in a queue.
- Free discovery consultationDan walks your Austin yard with you, then most design meetings happen over Zoom, at your convenience.
- Custom 2D & 3D designYou see a photorealistic 3D rendering of your pool in your actual yard before a shovel hits the ground.
- Permitting & HOA coordinationWe manage every permit and HOA submission, so construction starts without surprises.
- White-glove constructionDan is hands-on at your job site throughout, with every trade performed by vetted local artisans, and your shell is built with ASR-eliminating gunite.
- Handover & Pool SchoolDan walks you through every system, so you love using your pool.
Our work
Pools we have built in Austin.
Austin, TX
Hill Country Infinity
Infinity Edge · Raised Spa · Fire Feature · Travertine Deck
Austin, TX
Night Sky Pool
Contemporary · LED Lighting · Raised Spa · Step Lighting · Fire Features
Investment
Know what a Austin pool costs.
Custom pools start around $90K, with signature builds from $150K and estate projects above $350K. Final numbers depend on your design, lot conditions and finishes. Try the Investment Designer for an estimated range, or read the Investment Guide.
Questions & answers
Pool building in Austin, answered.
How long does it take to permit a pool in Austin?
Austin's review is thorough, and a typical timeline is 8 to 12 weeks. A complete submission, including a detailed survey and tree plan, helps keep it moving, and we manage the process and follow up on your behalf.
Will my Austin lot need special excavation or engineering?
Often, yes. West Austin is solid limestone, so hard rock chipping is common. East Austin is expansive Blackland clay that usually requires structural engineering and piers. We identify which applies to your lot during design, so there are no surprises in the proposal.
What limits should I know about before designing a pool in Austin?
Impervious cover limits are strictly enforced, and the calculation includes the pool, the decking and the equipment pad. Heritage tree protection, tight setbacks and water quality zone buffers can also shape the layout. We plan around them before the design is final.
Ready to talk about your Austin pool?
We build only 12 pools a year, so every client gets the owner. Call or text Dan directly, or request a free consultation.
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