Building a pool is more than digging a hole and filling it with water. At Cove Pools we manage each project from initial consultation to final installation — including design, hardscaping and surrounds.
Here’s a practical breakdown of what you should expect when planning your backyard pool build:
1. Initial consultation & site assessment
We start with a chat about what you want — pool type (plunge, in-situ concrete, fibreglass), size, shape, features (spa, tanning ledge, deck, landscaping), and how it fits within your outdoor space and lifestyle.
2. Design & engineering
For custom pools, our licensed-builder team provides tailored design and structural planning to fit your block shape, slope, and intended layout. This step ensures safety, compliance with local regulations, and integration with house and garden layout.
3. Approvals & planning permission (if required)
Depending on your council and local regulations, larger pools or certain pool features may require permits. We collaborate with you to manage any necessary paperwork or compliance checks.
4. Excavation and pool shell installation
For concrete pools, this means excavation, shell formation, plumbing, structural reinforcement, and finishing. For fibreglass pools, the shell is delivered and installed.
5. Hardscaping, landscaping, and pool surrounds
Cove Pools also caters for deck, patio, garden integration, and hardscape features including pool surrounds, paving, landscaping or cabana/ pergola construction to ensure the pool area feels like a full outdoor living space.
6. Final inspection and handover
Once construction is complete, a final inspection ensures everything meets standards, safety regulations, and your expectations for finish and functionality.
7. Maintenance advice and ongoing care
Owners receive guidance on pool maintenance — including water chemistry, cleaning, filtration, and cleaning routines — to keep water clear and surfaces in good condition.
Start with a free consultation; a well-planned build means fewer surprises, smoother process and a pool area you’ll enjoy for decades.