San Antonio Custom Pool Builder: Custom Gunite Pools for San Antonio & the Hill Country

Worthey Aquatics designs and builds Custom Gunite Pools from our office on Camp Bullis Road in San Antonio. Every design includes 3D renderings, we handle permits and HOA submissions, and most builds take 8–12 weeks once construction starts.

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Custom Pool Builder in San Antonio, TX

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Worthey Aquatics is a San Antonio custom pool builder. We build Custom Gunite Pools only, plus the spas, outdoor kitchens and patios around them. Our team manages every step, from the first site visit and 3D design through permits, construction and your final walkthrough.

We build across San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country, including Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch, Helotes, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, Kerrville, Fredericksburg and Dripping Springs. Browse finished projects in our pool gallery, or call 210-760-7236 to talk through your yard.

Full-Service Pool Design & Build

What’s Included in Our Custom Pool Design & Construction Services

When you choose Worthey Aquatics, you get a full-service, start-to-finish pool building experience. Here’s what you can expect when we design and build your new custom pool:

1. On-Site Consultation & Backyard Assessment

We begin with a personal visit to your property. Our design team evaluates your space, listens to your goals, and discusses your budget and timeline. This on-site assessment lets us understand your yard’s grade, access, views, and constraints so we can create a realistic, buildable plan.

2. 3D Pool Design Renderings

Next, we bring your ideas to life with professional 3D designs. You’ll see how the pool, spa, decking, and outdoor kitchens and patios will sit with your home and landscaping. This is the perfect time to fine-tune details—shape, depth profile, steps and benches, tanning ledges, and features—before construction begins.

3. Material Selection & Custom Features

We guide you through selecting finishes, tile, coping, decking, and equipment. Whether you’re drawn to sleek modern tile, natural stone, or a resort-style look, we help you choose a palette that fits your home and budget. You can also layer in custom features, including:

Tanning ledges and in-pool loungers
Raised spas with spillways
Waterfalls, sheer descents, and scuppers
In-pool benches and swim-up seating
LED lighting and automation
Integrated outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and pergolas

4. Permit Management & HOA Coordination

Custom pools in the San Antonio area usually need a city permit, inspections and, in many neighborhoods, HOA or architectural review approval. We prepare the site plan and engineered plans, submit for permits, coordinate inspections and help with your HOA package, so you have one point of contact from design to final inspection.

5. Expert New Pool Construction

Once plans are approved, our experienced construction crew gets to work. We use proven construction methods and high-quality materials designed to perform in the Texas climate, including:

Proper excavation and soil preparation
Steel reinforcement and gunite (shotcrete) shells
Thoughtful plumbing and hydraulics for efficient circulation
Durable tile, coping, and decking installations
Energy-efficient pumps, filters, and heaters

Throughout construction, we keep you updated on progress and next steps so you always know what’s happening in your backyard.

6. Final Walkthrough & Handover

Before you take your first swim, we complete a detailed quality check and system startup. During your final walkthrough, we show you how to operate your equipment, review basic care, and answer any questions. If you’d like continued support, our professional pool maintenance team can keep your water clear and your equipment running efficiently year-round.

Custom Gunite Pools infinity-edge pool with raised stone spa overlooking Texas Hill Country hills at dusk, built by Worthey Aquatics

Built for Hill Country Lots: Slopes, Rock and Views

Many north San Antonio and Hill Country backyards slope, sit on rock or look out over a view. We plan for all three from the first site visit: where the pool sits on the grade, how water drains, what retaining the site needs, and where an edge can open up the view. On view lots, homeowners often ask about Hill Country negative edge pools.

See how it works in our guide, Building a Pool on a Sloped Hill Country Lot.

“I was so impressed with how the crew handled our tricky backyard slope. Building a new pool here seemed impossible, but their skilled techs had solutions for everything. The entire pool construction was handled professionally from start to finish.”

— Shandalynn K., Google review

Long negative-edge Custom Gunite Pool beside a covered patio overlooking a wooded Hill Country valley, Boerne / Fair Oaks Ranch, built by Worthey Aquatics

Your Custom Pool Timeline

Most Custom Gunite Pools take 8–12 weeks of construction once work begins. Here is the order of work:

Site visit and measurements
3D design renderings and written estimate
Permits and HOA approval
Excavation, steel and plumbing
Gunite shell
Tile, coping and decking
Equipment, interior finish and startup
Final walkthrough and equipment training

Permitting time, weather and site conditions affect the exact schedule. We give you a realistic timeline for your project at the estimate stage.

What a Custom Gunite Pool Costs in San Antonio

Custom Gunite Pools at Worthey Aquatics start around $75,000–$100,000. Most projects land between $100,000 and $200,000+, depending on the pool’s size and shape, the features you choose, the decking and outdoor living around it, and your site’s access, slope and rock.

You get a detailed written estimate after we visit your property, so you know the full investment before construction begins. For a deeper breakdown, read our San Antonio custom pool cost guide. Financing through our lending partners is available to qualified homeowners; see pool financing options. Want something smaller? Our mini pools are full Custom Gunite Pools in a compact footprint.

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Tailored Pool Designs for Every Backyard

Types of Custom Pools We Design in San Antonio

Every property is different—lot size, slope, views, and how you plan to use the space all matter. Worthey Aquatics designs a wide range of custom pool styles throughout San Antonio and the Hill Country so your pool feels intentional and integrated, not “dropped in.”

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Modern Geometric Pools

Clean lines, crisp edges, and minimalist finishes create a modern, architectural look. Modern geometric pools are ideal for contemporary homes, smaller yards, and spaces where you want the pool to feel like part of the home’s design.

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Freeform Pools

Freeform pools use curves and organic shapes to blend naturally with landscaping and existing trees. They’re perfect for relaxed, resort-inspired backyards and properties where you want the pool to feel like a natural water feature.

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Infinity Edge Pools

Infinity edge (vanishing edge) pools create dramatic visual effects that mimic luxury resorts, especially on lots with elevation changes or views. We design the edge location and elevation carefully so the effect works with your yard and surrounding landscape.

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Family Pools

Family pools are designed for everyday fun, with safe entry points, shallow play areas, and flexible depth profiles. We can include features like benches, basketball goals, tanning ledges, and wide steps so the whole family has a comfortable place in the water.

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Luxury Resort-Style Pools

For homeowners who want a true backyard destination, we design luxury resort-style pools with multiple features such as raised spas, sunken seating areas, fire features, waterwalls, and carefully layered lighting. These projects are tailored to your lifestyle—whether that means quiet relaxation, large-group entertaining, or both.

Serving San Antonio & the Texas Hill Country

Worthey Aquatics builds Custom Gunite Pools across the San Antonio area and the Texas Hill Country, including San Antonio, The Dominion, Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch, Helotes, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, Kerrville, Fredericksburg and Dripping Springs.

Every neighborhood has its own character and rules. We design around your home’s architecture, your lot’s terrain and any HOA or city requirements. Weekly pool maintenance is available in San Antonio, Boerne, Bulverde, Helotes and New Braunfels; pool service and repairs are available throughout our service area.

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Why San Antonio Homeowners Trust Worthey Aquatics

Why Choose Worthey

Your pool is an investment in your home and your daily life. Worthey Aquatics is a design-led, construction-smart partner that guides you from concept to completion.

Homeowners choose us because:

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We listen and design around your vision. We take the time to understand how you want to use your backyard and translate your wish list into a buildable, beautiful design.

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We respect budgets and timelines. You receive detailed proposals and realistic schedules, and we communicate clearly as your project progresses.

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You see it before we build it. Every design includes 3D renderings, so changes happen on screen, not in concrete.

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We offer pool financing options. Our financing partners can help make your new custom pool more attainable with flexible payment options for qualified homeowners.

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We provide professional pool maintenance. After your pool is built, our service team can keep it clean and balanced. Weekly maintenance is available in San Antonio, Boerne, Bulverde, Helotes and New Braunfels, with service and repairs throughout our service area.

What San Antonio Homeowners Say

“We had a highly complex project—a 75-foot pool that required some incredibly difficult engineering—and Tyler was completely dedicated to figuring it out and making our vision a reality. … He kept me updated on everything, every step of the way, so I never had to guess what was happening.”

— Ildar M., Google review

“Tyler and his team had a great design with punctual work. Their communication and standards are a high priority and it definitely shows on the pool. The pricing was competitive and we are glad of the decision to work with them.”

— Colton K., Google review

“My family received a high quality product, and excellent communication throughout entire process. The project was done as promised, on budget and on time. If integrity and ethics matter to you, I highly recommend Worthey Aquatics!”

— Joshua J., Google review

“Their pool quote was super clear and competitive without feeling cheap. We never had any surprise charges or weird fees pop up. Everything was just upfront and honest.”

— Nickeya M., Google review

“They did an AMAZING job of working with my budget and backyard size and my family loves our new pool!”

— Stewart M., Google review

“I love that our pool doesn’t feel like it just came from a catalog. The curves and the tile choice make it feel one-of-a-kind. It has so much personality, just like us.”

— Jill G., Google review

Recent Custom Gunite Pools in San Antonio & the Hill Country

Every pool below is a real Worthey Aquatics project. See more in our full pool gallery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Building a Pool in San Antonio

How much does a custom pool cost in San Antonio?

At Worthey Aquatics, Custom Gunite Pools start around $75,000–$100,000, and most projects land between $100,000 and $200,000+. Your final price depends on pool size, shape and depth, the features you choose, decking and outdoor living, and site conditions such as access, slope, rock and drainage. After a site visit we give you a detailed written estimate. See our pool cost guide for more detail.

How long does it take to build a pool?

Most of our Custom Gunite Pools take 8–12 weeks of construction once work begins. Very large or complex projects can take longer. Permitting, weather, inspections and site conditions affect the exact schedule, and we walk you through a realistic timeline for your project.

Will I see my pool design before it's built?

Yes. Every Worthey Aquatics design includes 3D renderings, so you can see the pool, spa, decking and outdoor living areas with your home before construction begins and fine-tune shape, depth, steps, benches and features.

Do you build pools on sloped or rocky Hill Country lots?

Yes. Sloped and rocky lots are common in north San Antonio and the Hill Country, and we plan for slope, rock, drainage and any retaining needs during design. On view lots, many homeowners ask about negative or infinity edges. Read more in our guide to building a pool on a sloped Hill Country lot.

Do I need a pool permit in San Antonio?

Yes, most properties inside city limits require a pool permit and inspections. You will need a site plan and engineered plans showing the pool location, setbacks, and structural details. Worthey Aquatics handles permitting and coordinates required inspections as part of the design-build process.

What type of pools do you build?

We build Custom Gunite Pools only. Gunite (shotcrete) can be shaped to almost any design, offers a wide range of finish options and is built to last, which makes it the best fit for a custom pool.

Can you build year-round in the San Antonio area?

Generally yes. Worthey Aquatics builds custom pools in all seasons. Weather and soil moisture can impact scheduling and certain construction phases, but we plan around rain windows and seasonal conditions to keep your project moving forward.

What features do homeowners add most often?

On Custom Gunite Pools in San Antonio and the Hill Country, popular additions include tanning ledges or sun shelves, built-in benches, spas, LED lighting, water features, and automation. On view lots, many homeowners also ask about negative or infinity edges. We’ll recommend features that match how you use the yard and what the site can support.

How do you pick the best spot for a pool in my yard?

We look at views from the house, privacy, sun and shade, setbacks and easements, construction access, drainage, and how the pool connects to your patio and living areas. On Hill Country lots we also plan for slope, rock, and any retaining needs so the design fits your property.

What size or depth is best for my yard?

It depends on your yard, setbacks, utilities, and how you plan to use the pool. Many family pools fall in the range of 12 to 16 feet wide and 26 to 34 feet long, with depth profiles of 3.5 to 5.5 feet. During design, Worthey Aquatics tailors the dimensions to your property, safety needs, and preferred activities.

What energy-efficient pool equipment does Worthey Aquatics recommend?

Worthey Aquatics typically recommends variable-speed pumps, cartridge or high-efficiency filters, LED lighting, automation systems, and heat pumps or efficient heaters where appropriate. We spec a matched equipment set that fits your pool’s hydraulics and your goals for comfort, performance, and operating costs.

Saltwater or traditional chlorine—what’s better?

Saltwater pools use a salt chlorine generator to produce chlorine from dissolved salt, resulting in a gentler feel on skin and eyes, steadier dosing, and fewer manual chlorine additions. The water chemistry is similar to traditional chlorine pools. Worthey Aquatics builds both systems and will help you choose the option that fits your budget and maintenance preferences.

How much is monthly pool maintenance in San Antonio?

Weekly pool service starts at $249. Weekly maintenance is available in San Antonio, Boerne, Bulverde, Helotes and New Braunfels. We also offer one-time cleanups and pool repairs throughout our service area.

Does Worthey Aquatics handle design, engineering, and HOA approvals?

Yes. Worthey Aquatics provides 3D designs, engineered plans, and permit documents and can assist with HOA or architectural review submissions. The goal is to keep design, engineering, approvals, and construction coordinated so you have a single point of contact from start to finish.

What safety and fence rules apply to a new pool?

New pools must meet local barrier and safety requirements, and some neighborhoods add HOA rules. We can include the fence in your project or coordinate with your own fence contractor—either way, it needs to meet code and any HOA rules. During design and permitting we’ll walk you through what applies to your address.

What happens at the design consultation and site visit?

We measure and walk the property, talk through how your family will use the pool, and review shape, depth, features, and finishes. We note rock, slope, and access, and we can discuss budget and financing options. From there we prepare a custom design and estimate—every design includes 3D renderings—so you can decide with a clear picture of scope and price.

Ready to Design Your Custom Gunite Pool?

Tell us about your yard and what you want from it. We’ll set up a site visit, and every design includes 3D renderings. Prefer to talk? Call 210-760-7236.

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