Why We Cost a Little More (And Why It’s Worth It)
Around Central Texas, you’ve probably heard the stories — cracking shells, ASR showing up early, plumbing issues, shifting decks… and homeowners stuck rebuilding a pool they just paid for. Suddenly that “cheap bid” turns into the most expensive problem on the property.
We don’t want that happening to anyone we build for.
So we build differently.
Here’s the simple, straightforward breakdown.
What Makes Us Different
1. We Build a Stronger, Thicker Pool Shell
We don’t build to minimum standards — we build to last in Texas.
3500 PSI concrete on the decking
4000 PSI gunite in the shell
12-inch-thick floors and walls
½-inch rebar throughout
Rebar spaced 4.5 inches on center on the floor
Rebar spaced 9 inches on center on the walls
This creates a dense, durable structure that doesn’t flinch at heat, clay soil, or time.
2. Our Rebar Is Shaped With Craftsmanship — Not Shortcuts
Some other builders do the bare minimum with their steel.
Straight pieces. Quick cuts. Nothing shaped to your pool’s actual design.
We don’t do that.
We bend full pieces of rebar to follow the exact curves, benches, and contours of your pool.
It takes more effort, but this steel is the backbone of your entire structure — and we treat it that way.
You want this part done right. We make sure it is.
3. Our Decking Is Built to Handle Texas
Deck cracking is one of the most common issues in poor pool builds — so we overbuild ours from day one:
18 inches on center spacing
4.5–5 inches thick
3/8” rebar
Turn-down beam around the perimeter
Poly plastic vapor barrier underneath
A stable deck is a long-lasting deck.
We build it to stay put.
4. We Keep Plumbing Outside the Pool Shell
This is one of the biggest differences between us and other builders.
Many companies run plumbing under the floor or inside the walls because it’s quicker and cheaper. The issue is:
It reduces gunite thickness
Creates voids
Weakens the shell
Plumbing failures inside the shell are rare… but if something ever breaks, the repair means cutting into the gunite and rebuilding that whole section.
We avoid that entirely by keeping all plumbing outside the shell.
Your gunite stays solid and full-thickness, just like it should.
5. We Build Faster Because We Don’t Overload the Schedule
Some other builders juggle so many projects that your pool sits untouched for weeks at a time.
We keep our job load small so our crews stay focused.
Most of our builds are completed in 6–10 weeks, start to swim.
6. We Take Care of the People Who Build the Pool
This part matters.
Some other builders squeeze contractors on pay and materials.
When people are underpaid or overworked, shortcuts happen.
We don’t operate like that:
We pay fairly
We pay on time
We use the same trusted teams
We make sure people have what they need to do great work
Happy crews build better pools. It’s that simple.
7. We Stand Behind What We Build
Lifetime warranties on most phases
Zero ASR cases
35+ years local and family-run
We answer our phone
We don’t change names or disappear
We stay accountable because we build pools meant to last.
The Simple Summary
Build thicker, stronger shells
More concrete, more steel, more strength where it counts.Use ½-inch steel with tighter spacing
Better reinforcement = better longevity.Shape rebar correctly instead of shortcutting
Your pool’s steel follows your actual design.Build stronger decking from the start
Proper thickness, reinforcement, and vapor protection.Keep plumbing outside the shell
Full-thickness gunite and easier long-term maintenance.Use trusted, experienced crews who care
Good people = good work.Finish faster by staying focused
Fewer projects at once means quicker timelines.Stand behind our work long-term
Zero ASR, strong warranties, and locally owned for 35+ years.