What affects pool price

What Affects Pool Price?

Professional Pool Company — Understanding Pool Pricing in Central Florida

Pool pricing can vary widely depending on the size, design, materials, engineering needs, and property conditions. At Professional Pool Company, we build every pool with an engineering-first approach, which ensures long-term durability — but also means pricing can change based on several important factors.

This article breaks down the key elements that influence the cost of a new pool in Central Florida.

⭐ 1. Pool Size & Shape

The most significant factor in pricing is the size of the pool.

Larger pools require:

More steel
More gunite
More excavation
More plumbing
More labor
Larger pumps & filters

Custom shapes (freeform, L-shaped, geometric, infinity edge) also impact engineering and material costs.

⭐ 2. Depth & Structural Design

A deeper pool or a pool with complex transitions increases:

Excavation time
Gunite volume
Steel reinforcement
Engineering requirements

Pools with deep ends, sports depths, or multi-level floors require additional structural stability.

⭐ 3. Soil Conditions & Access to Your Yard

Two major site variables that affect cost:

Soil Conditions

High water table
Loose or sandy soil
Fill dirt
Clay pockets
Rocky sections

These can require stabilization, dewatering, or special excavation.

Access

The wider the access path, the easier the construction.

Tight access increases cost because it may require:

Smaller excavation machines
Mini-conveyors
Fence removal
Additional labor time

⭐ 4. Finish Materials

Your interior finish affects both durability and price.

Options include:

Standard pebble
Premium mini-pebble
Quartz
Polished aggregate
Tile interiors (highest premium)

Higher-grade finishes last longer and look smoother.

⭐ 5. Decking Type & Square Footage

Decking is a major portion of the project cost.

Choices include:

Concrete
Stamped concrete
Pavers
Travertine
Shell stone
Porcelain pavers (premium)

More deck area = higher cost.

⭐ 6. Water Features & Add-Ons

Aesthetic and functional features that affect price:

Sunshelves
Spas
Deck jets
Bubblers
Waterfalls
Sheer descents
Fire bowls
Raised walls
Tanning ledges
LED lighting
Automation systems

Each one adds engineering, plumbing, and electrical work.

⭐ 7. Screen Enclosure or Safety Barrier

If you choose a screen enclosure, cost depends on:

Size
Roof style
Wind-load engineering
Aluminum type

Homes without screens may require additional safety barrier systems (gates, alarms, or fencing) to meet Florida code.

⭐ 8. Equipment Package

Your filtration and circulation system plays a role in pricing.

Equipment that affects cost includes:

Variable-speed pumps
Cartridge filters
Heaters (gas or electric)
Salt systems
Automation panels
LED lights
Energy-efficient upgrades

Premium systems offer long-term savings and better control.

⭐ 9. County-Specific Engineering & Permitting

Each Central Florida county has different:

Setbacks
Permit fees
Engineering requirements
Drainage rules
HOA approvals

These variables influence both permitting time and total cost.

⭐ 10. Custom Features or Premium Details

Luxury features can significantly affect total price:

Infinity edges
Glass tile
Large-format coping
Oversized spas
Fire/water combos
Premium landscaping packages

These elevate the design and add construction complexity.

⭐ Every Pool Is Custom — That’s Why Prices Vary

No two properties are the same, which is why pool pricing depends on:

✔ Your yard

✔ Your design

✔ Your county

✔ Your engineering requirements

✔ Your finish & feature choices

The best way to get an accurate number is through a custom 3D design and consultation.

⭐ Ready for an Exact Price?

We’ll design your pool, overlay it onto your actual property, and show you the full cost breakdown.

👉 Start your free 3D 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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