Custom pool builders for Tempe, Arizona.
Designed for established yards.
Tempe is the most urban market we serve. Lots are smaller. Trees are older. Landscape is established. Neighborhoods like Maple-Ash, Mitchell Park, and Hudson Manor have decades of character that homeowners want to preserve, not bulldoze.
We design pools for Tempe with the existing landscape and access in mind. Tight access? We plan equipment routes. Mature trees? We design around them. Smaller lot? We optimize the layout. City of Tempe permitting is straightforward, and HOAs are less common here than elsewhere in the East Valley.
You’ll work with the same family-owned team from first conversation to first swim.
Tempe at a glance
The Tempe conditions we plan around
Smaller Urban Lots
Mature Landscape
City of Tempe Permits
Limited HOA Footprint
Heat & Build Scheduling
Access Planning for Older Lot
Neighborhoods we serve
What we build here
Pool Resurfacing
Pool Decking & Surfaces
Water Features & Lighting
3D Pool Design
Pool Maintenance Services
Outdoor Living & Landscape
Custom Spas
Remodels & Renovations
Custom Pool Construction
a transparent process
Discovery & 3D Design
We learn how you want to use your backyard, review your site, discuss budget, and create a design direction with 3D visuals.
week 1-2Engineering & Permits
We coordinate engineering, structural planning, HOA requirements, permits, and city approvals.
week 3-5Excavation & Steel Reinforcement
Dig day begins, followed by engineered steel reinforcement, plumbing rough-in, dedicated lines, and equipment planning.
week 6-8Shotcrete & Build-Out
The shell is formed, then tile, coping, decking, equipment, automation, water features, and outdoor living elements come together.
week 9-14Walkthrough & First Swim
Interior finish, fill, water chemistry startup, final walkthrough, and owner orientation.
week 15-16What homeowners say
two ways to build
Desert Living Essentials
Engineered steel & proper plumbing
Smart automation & efficient equipment
Auto-fill & dedicated vacuum lines
Standard interior finish & tile
3D design & line-item pricing
Desert Living Premium
Everything in Essentials, upgraded
Water features & LED lighting
Travertine decking & coping
Outdoor living & landscape add-ons
what homeowners ask
Are most Tempe builds HOA-governed?
Less often than other East Valley cities. The Lakes and Warner Ranch are the main HOA exceptions. Most Tempe neighborhoods have no active HOA.
Can you build a custom pool on a smaller Tempe lot?
Yes. We design pools for the available footprint, including compact designs, spool concepts, and layouts that maximize a tight backyard.
How do you work around mature trees and landscape?
We plan access, equipment paths, and excavation around what you want to keep. Existing trees and established landscape are part of the design, not an obstacle to remove.
How long does City of Tempe permitting take?
Typically 3 to 4 weeks. Tempe's permit office is one of the more responsive in the area.
When is the best time to start a Tempe pool build?
Fall and winter for the best curing temperatures. A fall start typically means a finished pool by summer.