Why every pool has its own price
Many owners ask us for a simple price for a pool. We understand the question. But two pools that look the same in a photo can cost very different amounts.
The price depends on your garden, the ground under it, the size and shape you want, the finishes you choose and the equipment that keeps the water clean. It also depends on the paperwork your town hall asks for.
This guide explains where the money goes. It does not give prices, because a fair price is only possible after we have seen your home. That is why the visit and the written quote are free.
The ground and the shell
The shell is the basin of the pool. It is the largest part of the work, and the ground decides much of what it takes to build it.
In the south of Gran Canaria, some gardens sit on hard rock. Digging in rock takes more time and heavier machines than digging in soft soil. A garden on a slope may need retaining walls. A garden that machines cannot reach easily means more work by hand.
Size and shape matter too. A larger pool needs more digging, more concrete and more water. A simple rectangle is easier to build than a curved shape. Steps, a shallow area, a bench in the water or an overflow edge all add work.
The finish and the surroundings
The finish is the surface you see and touch inside the pool. Options range from simple coatings to tiles and mosaics. The material you choose changes both the look and the cost.
The area around the pool is part of the project as well. Many owners add:
- Decking or paving around the pool
- An outdoor shower
- Lighting in the water and on the terrace
- A cover to keep the water clean and warm
Each of these adds to the price, but they also make the pool and the terrace work as one space. We help you decide what you need now and what can wait.
The pump, filter and technology
Every pool needs a pump and a filter to keep the water clean. Many owners also choose a chlorinator, so the water needs less work from them.
Heating is a common choice. A heat pump extends the season, and we size it for your pool at the visit. Automation lets you control the pump, the lights and the heating with less effort. This is useful for owners who live abroad for part of the year.
Better equipment usually costs more at the start. It can also mean less work and less worry later. We explain the options in plain words, so you can choose what suits you.
Permits and paperwork
Pool works need paperwork. What is needed depends on the work and on your town hall. In an apartment or a community, the community of owners may also have its own rules.
We check this for your home before the building work starts. Your written quote says what paperwork your project needs. The architects and technical architects we work with prepare the technical documents, and we apply to the town hall for you. Design, permits and the build come from one place.
The next step
The best way to know what your pool will cost is a visit. We come to your home, listen to what you want and take measurements. Then you receive a clear written quote with the price, what is included and the dates.
Before the building work starts, you also see your pool as a 3D design with all the finishes. You look at it from several angles and ask for changes while changes are still easy. This helps you avoid surprises and extra cost.
One person is responsible for your project from the first visit to the handover. If you live abroad, that person keeps you informed with photos and reports.
The visit and the written quote are free, with no obligation. We work in the south of Gran Canaria, from Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas and Meloneras to Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogán, and also in Vecindario and Las Palmas. We speak English and Spanish, and you can write to us in your own language on WhatsApp.
