This isn't a cost. It's an investment.
The figures on this page are real and we don't hide them — that's how AE operates. Treat them as planning ranges, not a site-specific quote. Your actual scope and price depend on design, site conditions, materials, and the work each written proposal includes.
When you compare proposals, compare what each includes — the scope, the materials, the exclusions, the warranty terms, and how changes are handled — not just the price tag. A lower total can reflect different scope, so ask each builder to clarify the differences.
How much does it cost to build a pool in Phoenix?
Straight ranges from a Peoria-based design-build team that builds pools across the Valley. Published pricing, no 'call for quote.'
Educational estimate, not a quote. Ranges shown are Arizona-market planning estimates. Final pricing depends on site access, size, materials, engineering, drainage, utilities, permits, equipment access, existing conditions, and final scope. Binding pricing is only valid in a written proposal signed by an AE representative.
- AZ ROC 211530 · 347738 · 341002 · 340966
- Arizona-built since 2005
- President, Southwest Hardscapes Association
By project size (turnkey, permit-pulled)
- Entry pool (small play pool, ~10x20, standard equipment, minimal deck): $65,000–$85,000
- Typical family pool (~14x28 with attached spa, travertine deck, LED lights): $85,000–$120,000
- Larger pool w/ spa + water features + shade structure: $120,000–$180,000
- Resort-scale (large freeform, Baja shelf, fire, custom coping, extensive decking): $180,000–$300,000+
- Spool / plunge pool (~8x12): $55,000–$75,000
What to confirm is included in your proposal
- Engineered structural shell (rebar, gunite/shotcrete, waterproofing)
- Interior finish (Pebble Tec / Pebble Sheen family or plaster upgrade)
- Coping and tile line (natural stone, porcelain, or glass tile options)
- Deck (travertine, pavers, or broom-finish concrete — priced per material)
- Equipment pad (Pentair / Jandy / Hayward — variable-speed pump, cartridge filter, salt or chlorine sanitizer)
- LED lighting, plumbing, autofill, and skimmer
- Engineering, applicable pool permits and required inspections — confirm the jurisdiction and approved scope
- Approved pool barrier plan and work — confirm the solution, permit/inspection sequence and whether it is included
- Written AE workmanship warranty terms and applicable manufacturer equipment warranties — review the contract and product documents
Want a number for your own property?
Tell us the space and we'll come back with a real range for your site — no pressure, no "call for pricing."
What drives the price up
- Attached spa with dedicated blower + heater: +$15,000–$28,000
- Water features (sheer descents, scuppers, bubblers): +$1,500–$8,000 per feature
- Fire features (fire bowls, fire pit integrated into deck): +$3,500–$12,000 each
- Baja shelf, benches, sun ledge tanning: +$4,000–$10,000
- Large travertine or paver decks (>800 sq ft): +$18–$28/sq ft over base concrete
- Difficult access (crane over house, narrow side gate): +$5,000–$25,000
- Rock or caliche encountered during excavation: hourly change order
- Automation (ScreenLogic / iAquaLink / Omni), remote control: +$2,500–$6,000
Typical AE pool payment milestones
AE's typical pool payment schedule follows five milestones: • 15% at signing • 25% after excavation • 25% after steel, plumbing, and shotcrete/gunite • 25% after decking • 10% before interior finish Your signed proposal and contract define the applicable pricing, inclusions, payment milestones and treatment of scope changes.
Timeline
- Separate design and approvals from scheduling the dig.
- Review the construction-to-swim-ready schedule for the actual property, scope and outstanding dependencies.
- Confirm whether remaining decking, landscape restoration and closeout are included in the proposed completion date.
Common questions.
Plan before you sign anything.
Plan your pool investment
Share your pool scope, location, timing and investment range in our five-screen project form. An AE team member will review your brief during normal business operations and follow up with next steps.
Start My Project PlanWhy this is an investment, not a cost.
An AE backyard is engineered to add daily livability and long-term home value. We publish honest ranges and build to code with a licensed and bonded Arizona crew. AE provides project-specific workmanship and manufacturer-warranty information in the signed agreement. Website summaries are for planning only.
- Licensed, bonded & insured in Arizona. ROC 340966 (R-62) · ROC 341002 (R-3) · ROC 347738 (KA-5) · ROC 211530 (CR-21). Most Arizona contracting work valued at $1,000 or more — or requiring a permit — must be performed by a properly licensed contractor, subject to statutory exemptions. Verify the legal entity, license status, and classification with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors.
- Real ranges, itemized scope. You see materials, finishes, equipment models, and a line-item budget before you sign — not a one-line "pool — $90,000."
Plan your investment with a designer.
Five minutes, a real range, and no sales pressure. Or vet any Arizona contractor (us included) before you spend a dollar.