Design and build process

Our Design & Build Process

Professional Pool Company — From Concept to Completion, Done the Right Way

Building a custom gunite pool is a detailed process that blends creativity, engineering, and precise construction. At Professional Pool Company, we follow a structured Design & Build Process to ensure your project moves smoothly from the first concept to your final walkthrough.

This article explains each major step so you know exactly what to expect.

⭐ 1. Initial Consultation & Property Review

Every project begins with understanding your goals and your backyard’s layout.

During this stage, we:

Review your property survey
Discuss design ideas and features
Identify access points
Review county setback requirements
Talk about materials, style, and budget

This sets the foundation for a design that is both beautiful and buildable.

⭐ 2. Custom 3D Design Experience

Our design team creates a fully custom 3D rendering based on:

Your home’s architecture
Your preferred style (modern, freeform, geometric, luxury)
Sunshelves, spas, lighting, fire features, and more
Exact property boundaries and setbacks
Your lifestyle and how you plan to use the pool

You’ll be able to see your pool in realistic detail before any construction begins.

If needed, revisions are made until the design is perfect.

⭐ 3. Engineering & Construction Planning

Once the design is approved, the pool is sent to our engineering partners to create:

Structural engineering plans
Hydraulic & plumbing schematics
Equipment pad layout
Electrical bonding plan
Wind-load engineering (for screen enclosures)
Drainage and grading details

This ensures your pool is engineered for Florida’s soil, climate, and building codes.

⭐ 4. Permitting & HOA Approval

After engineering is complete, we handle all permitting:

County permit submission
HOA documentation (if required)
County review and approval tracking
Any revisions requested by the county

Each Central Florida county has different rules and timelines, which we manage for you.

⭐ 5. Pre-Construction Layout Meeting

Before construction starts, we visit your home to:

Mark the pool’s location
Confirm measurements
Review access path
Verify drainage flow
Identify utilities and easements

This ensures accuracy before excavation begins.

⭐ 6. Construction Begins — Phase-by-Phase

Every pool follows a structured build sequence:

Excavation

Your pool is dug to engineered depths and shaped.

Steel Reinforcement

The steel cage is installed to support the gunite structure.

Plumbing & Electrical

All lines, drains, returns, and conduits are installed and pressure-tested.

Gunite Shell

High-strength gunite/shotcrete is applied, forming the structural pool shell.

Tile, Coping & Decking

Waterline tile, coping stones, and your deck surface are added.

Screen Enclosure (if included)

Engineered aluminum framing is fabricated and installed.

Interior Finish & Fill

Your pool’s interior finish is applied and filled with water.

Each phase includes inspections and internal quality control checks.

⭐ 7. Equipment Setup & Start-Up

Once filled, we activate your equipment:

Pumps
Filters
Salt system
Automation
Heaters
LEDs

We balance the water chemistry and ensure the system is operating flawlessly.

⭐ 8. Final Walkthrough & Handover

Your project concludes with a full homeowner orientation:

How to operate your equipment
How to use your automation system
Basic maintenance guidance
Warranty explanation
Safety review

We don’t leave until every question is answered.

⭐ Why Our Design & Build Process Works

Our structured process ensures:

✔ Fewer delays

✔ Clean communication

✔ Engineering accuracy

✔ High-quality construction

✔ Predictable timelines

✔ Beautiful, long-lasting results

Everything is built around giving you a smooth, enjoyable experience from start to finish.

⭐ Ready to Start Your Design & Build Journey?

Your dream pool begins with a single step — your custom 3D design.

👉 Start your free design and estimate today.

Need help right now?

Call us at 321-252-7371 or schedule a design consultation at this link.

Updated on: 28/11/2025

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