Should Your Builder Also Build Your Pool? Here’s Why the Answer is Yes

A pool is a major investment, and if you’re building a custom home, it makes sense to think about integrating it into your overall design. One key question that often arises is whether to have your builder construct the pool or outsource it to a separate pool company. While it might seem logical to go with a specialist pool builder, there are some compelling reasons why your home builder is the best choice.

1. Seamless Integration with Your Home Design Your pool isn’t just a standalone feature—it’s part of your outdoor living space and should blend seamlessly with your home’s architecture. When your builder designs and constructs the pool alongside your home, they can ensure consistency in materials, levels, and finishes. This results in a more cohesive, high-end look compared to a pool that feels ‘tacked on’ after the house is built.

2. Better Project Management and Coordination Building a pool involves excavation, plumbing, electrical work, and landscaping—all of which need to be coordinated with the rest of your build. When your builder manages the pool construction, they can schedule everything efficiently, avoiding delays or costly rework. If the pool is handled separately, miscommunication between the pool builder and home builder can lead to issues like access problems, unexpected costs, or design mismatches.

3. Cost and Time Efficiency Many people assume hiring a dedicated pool builder is cheaper, but in reality, involving your home builder can save you money in the long run. Your builder can factor the pool construction into the overall project, preventing unnecessary duplication of work. They can also source materials and trades at better rates and ensure the pool is ready when you move in—rather than being a lengthy post-build addition.

4. Engineering and Site Considerations Custom home builders understand site conditions, soil types, and structural requirements in a way that pool builders may not. If your home is on a sloping block or has challenging ground conditions, your builder can engineer a pool solution that works with the site rather than against it. This reduces the risk of costly fixes down the track.

5. Warranty and Accountability When your builder constructs both your home and pool, you have a single point of accountability. This simplifies warranties and ensures that if any issues arise, there’s no back-and-forth between different contractors blaming each other. With one team responsible, you get better quality control and peace of mind.

The Bottom Line While a specialist pool company may seem like the obvious choice, having your home builder construct the pool as part of your overall project is often the smarter move. It ensures a seamless design, better coordination, potential cost savings, and a higher-quality result. When building your dream home, it just makes sense to have your builder handle the entire outdoor space—including the pool—so everything works together perfectly from day one.

We build most of the pools for our clients, and have also been engaged to rectify pool issues for clients who chose an external company - which is why we always recommend that we take care of the pool construction. Get in touch with us to see examples of some of our recent custom pool builds.