Custom Pool Construction in Sacramento, CA
Custom-designed gunite pools built from the ground up, tailored to your yard and lifestyle. Proudly serving Sacramento and the surrounding Sacramento County.
Pool Construction Contractor Serving Sacramento & Sacramento County
If you're searching for pool construction in Sacramento, CA, you want a contractor who actually knows the area — not a crew driving in blind from across the region. Pinnacle Pools and Landscape is a family-owned, licensed contractor (CA Lic. #892669) working throughout Sacramento and Sacramento County, from East Sacramento, Land Park, Curtis Park and beyond. From midtown patios to suburban backyard pool builds, we serve homeowners across greater Sacramento.
Building a custom swimming pool is one of the biggest upgrades you can make to your home — and one of the most rewarding. As an experienced in-ground pool builder, we take responsibility for your project from first design through startup — one contract, one schedule, one company accountable for the result. Because one licensed contractor owns the whole process, nothing gets lost between stages and your timeline stays predictable.
Every Sacramento project starts the same way: a free on-site consultation and a fixed, itemized estimate. Sacramento's tree canopy is a treasure — and a design constraint. We plan pools and hardscape around root zones and shade patterns, and coordinate city rules on protected trees.
What's Included in Our Pool Construction Service
- Free 3D pool design modeling
- Gunite & custom shape pools
- Spas and water features
- Pool lighting & automation
- Licensed, insured, permitted builds
Want the full details? Read our complete pool construction guide.
How Your Sacramento Project Works
Design Consultation & 3D Model
We visit your property, talk through budget and wish list, and deliver a free 3D pool design rendered on your actual yard.
Engineering & Permits
We produce engineered plans for your soil and grade, then handle all city and county permitting on your behalf.
Excavation & Structure
Dig, steel reinforcement, plumbing rough-in, and gunite shell — the structural heart of your pool, inspected at every stage.
Finishes & Startup
Tile, coping, decking, plaster, and equipment installation, followed by fill, chemical startup, and a full owner orientation.
Working in Sacramento: Local Knowledge That Matters
Mature Trees & Established Yards
Sacramento's tree canopy is a treasure — and a design constraint. We plan pools and hardscape around root zones and shade patterns, and coordinate city rules on protected trees.
Older Pools & Infrastructure
Many Sacramento pools date to the 60s–80s and hide galvanized plumbing and dated shells. Our remodel assessments tell you honestly what's worth saving.
City of Sacramento Permitting
City permits and inspections apply to pools, gas, and structural work. We run the process — including older-neighborhood quirks like alley access and detached garages.
Pool Construction in Sacramento — Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer pool construction in Sacramento, CA?
Yes — Sacramento is one of our core service areas in Sacramento County. We provide free on-site consultations for pool construction projects throughout Sacramento, including East Sacramento, Land Park, Curtis Park, Pocket-Greenhaven. Call (916) 336-5711 or request a free estimate online.
How much does it cost to build an in-ground pool?
Most of our custom in-ground pool projects fall between $60,000 and $150,000+ depending on size, finishes, and features like spas, water features, and decking. After a free design consultation and 3D model, you'll get a fixed, itemized proposal — and financing options are available.
How long does pool construction take?
A typical custom pool takes 8–12 weeks from excavation to swim-ready, plus permitting time before we break ground. Weather, inspections, and design complexity can affect the schedule; we give you a realistic timeline before work starts and keep you updated at every phase.
Do I need a permit to build a pool?
Yes — in-ground pools require building permits and inspections in every city we serve. We prepare the engineered plans, submit the permit application, and schedule all inspections as part of every pool construction contract, so you never have to deal with the counter at the building department.
What is a gunite pool and why do you build with it?
Gunite is concrete pneumatically applied over a steel-reinforced frame. It produces a monolithic, highly durable pool shell that can be formed into any shape — which is why it's the standard for custom pools. Unlike prefab fiberglass shells, a gunite pool is designed specifically for your yard and can include tanning ledges, custom steps, and attached spas.
Do you remodel older pools in East Sacramento and Land Park?
Yes — mid-century pool remodels are some of our favorite Sacramento projects. We resurface, retile, replumb, and modernize equipment while keeping the character that suits these neighborhoods, and we'll tell you honestly if a shell isn't worth saving.
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Free on-site consultation anywhere in Sacramento and Sacramento County — no obligation, fixed itemized pricing.