Some pool quotes may look cheaper because shortcuts are taken during construction. That’s why it’s important to ask the right questions and make sure you’re comparing apples to apples — not apples to shortcuts.
At Pools, Patios & Spas, we never cut corners with your investment. With over 45 years of combined construction experience, our team knows what works, what lasts, and what families truly value.
We may not always be the least expensive pool builder, but that’s by design. Our focus isn’t on being the cheapest option — it’s on being the best option, delivering pools built to stand the test of time. From the materials we choose to the way we install them, every detail is made with your family’s long-term enjoyment in mind.
Pool Excavation and Back-fill
Cost-Cut Warning: Leaving dirt or roots under the pool
Cost-Cut Warning: Backfilling with sand or dirty rock
Pool Drainage and Site Prep
Cost-Cut Warning: Leaving yards torn up and messy
Cost-Cut Warning: No system to manage rising water
Pool Plumbing
Cost-Cut Warning: Using flex pipe that weakens over time
Cost-Cut Warning: Leaving pipes unsupported to shift and crack
Pool Concrete and Decking
Cost-Cut Warning: Thin, weak mixes that crack early
Cost-Cut Warning: Exposed shell edges left unprotected
Pool Electrical
Cost-Cut Warning: Unlicensed labor and unsafe wiring Check Electrical Contractor License Now
Cost-Cut Warning: Skipping bonding or low-grade breakers
Pool Permits and Warranty
Cost-Cut Warning: Leaving paperwork unfinished
Cost-Cut Warning: Leaving owners untrained
and unsupported
What you should ask each pool contractor
