How much does a pool cost? Well, how much does a pig weigh?
As one of the top pool builders in Arizona, we receive this question A LOT. In fact, in the 34-year history of California Pools & Landscape, this might be the most commonly asked question.
If you’re interested in buying a pool, this is one of the more loaded questions you can ask a pool company. It’s also one of the most important questions for your search. And as such, it’d be unfair to leave you with an answer like “it depends”.
This article will explain the basic cost of a pool in Arizona, what would increase or decrease your cost, and tell you what’s included in the cost. By the end of this article, you won’t know the exact cost of your custom pool, but you will have a much clearer understanding of what you might expect to pay.
First things first, the cost depends on the type of pool
There are three main types of pools; shotcrete or gunite, vinyl liner, and fiberglass. The difference between the three different types is the medium between the ground and the water you swim in.
In Arizona, the majority of the pools are inground and made of shotcrete. Shotcrete is a much more durable material and can withstand Arizona’s extreme and dry climate.
For that reason and many others, California Pools & Landscape only builds shotcrete pools. Because this is the best type of pool for Arizonans, we will focus specifically on the cost for an inground shotcrete pool for this article.
Cost of an inground shotcrete pool
As we mentioned above, it is difficult to give an answer to the question; how much does a pool cost? There are many different variables that can increase or decrease your pool pricing. You will want to read the rest of the article to find out exactly what those items are and what is specifically included in this price.
Here at California Pools & Landscape, our standard inground shotcrete play pool starts at $50,000-$55,000.
Other factors to consider when buying a pool
Not all pool construction companies are the same. There are different types of pools, construction standards, product offerings and processes. Most bids are not comparable apples to apples because of this. When you receive a base number from a company, what is included? Size and options are important but warranty, experience, and quality of the product are priceless.
Items like communication, service, how warranty items are handled, and overall experience with the builder are not bid items. You can’t put a dollar amount on those but they may be the difference in price as you’re reviewing different bids.
Next steps
Here at California Pools & Landscape, we can build not only your dream pool but also your dream backyard. Now that you have an understanding of how much an inground shotcrete pool costs, the next step is to build your budget. Determining how much you are wanting to spend, is a crucial next step in the project planning process. When you’re ready to speak with a designer about your project, having your budget ready to go will allow you to have the most productive conversations with them. To get a better idea of what additional features and costs there are, watch our video on how to establish a budget for your pool and backyard project.
*Please note that this article reflects 2022 pricing.
