AE Outdoor Living designs and builds custom gunite pools across the entire Phoenix metro. Engineered rebar cages, shotcrete shells, PebbleTec and quartz interiors, integrated outdoor living rooms. New pool builds follow AE's 15/25/25/25/10 milestone schedule, with each payment trigger written into the agreement.
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.
Tell us the space and we'll come back with a real range for your site — no pressure, no "call for pricing."
15% at signing; 25% after excavation; 25% after steel, plumbing, and shotcrete/gunite; 25% after decking; 10% before interior finish. Each percentage and its contract trigger is itemized in the written agreement. The signing deposit and the final 10% are paid before those phases are finished, so they are not payments for completed work. Your signed agreement controls.
Free in-person consultation, design review, and a written contract with itemized milestones.
Start My Project PlanAn 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.
Five minutes, a real range, and no sales pressure. Or vet any Arizona contractor (us included) before you spend a dollar.
Real AE projects, real photos, real recorded scope and city — each one includes pool or spa construction performed by AE. See the full project portfolio for more AE work across the Phoenix metro.
Custom Pool & Raised Spa · Infinity-Edge Spa with Fire Trough · Rain Curtain Water Wall
Custom Pool · Raised Spa · Travertine Pavers
Geometric Pool · Raised Spa & Waterfalls · Travertine Decking
Custom Pool · Raised Spa · Outdoor Kitchen
A pool is one part of the plan. AE coordinates the deck, landscape, shade, lighting, and glass fencing on the same design so trades do not collide on your property.
Design, engineering, shell, finish, and startup.
Travertine, pavers, and coping around the pool.
Built-in cooking, ramadas, and pergolas.
Planting, irrigation, and grading around the build.
Landscape, architectural, and permanent roofline lighting.
Frameless glass pool barriers built to the approved scope.
Vetting questions and how to read a payment schedule.
Honest ROI data for AZ pool builds.
Cool-fired travertine and porcelain deck options.
Short answers on cost, schedule, payments, and vetting.
Each build phase from design and permits to startup.
How to compare companies, scopes, and schedules.
“We had Advant-Edge install our yard/pool from bare dirt to the finished project. This is a quality company that takes pride in doing great work and it showed every step of the way. The owner of the company checked in regularly to make sure everything happened according to the plan. We're really happy with how everything turned out and since completion our kids spend most of their time outside playing.”
“I recently had the pleasure of working with an exceptional pool builder, Advant-Edge, and I cannot express enough how impressed I am with their outstanding craftsmanship and unparalleled service. From start to finish, this company exceeded all my expectations, delivering a dream pool that has become the centerpiece of my backyard oasis. Right from the initial consultation it was evident Advant-Edge was committed to understanding my vision and turning it into a reality — their team listened attentively, offered valuable insights, and translated my ideas into a tangible plan. The construction process was seamless and efficient, and their attention to detail was remarkable. What truly sets them apart is their exceptional customer service and open communication throughout the entire project. The end result is nothing short of extraordinary — a true masterpiece blending elegance, functionality, and durability. I wholeheartedly recommend Advant-Edge to anyone looking to transform their backyard into a luxurious oasis.”
“Glass fence around the pool looks phenomenal — even better than expected! Truly elevates the backyard. Donovan and Adam were really great to work with, and worked through several iterations to create the perfect curve around the pool. They went above and beyond to get everything completed in time for a party we were throwing!”
David walks through the questions almost every Phoenix homeowner wishes they'd asked before signing a pool contract — shell spec, equipment brands, payment milestones, and the small line items that decide whether the build finishes on time.
Shell spec, equipment brands, milestone payments — all in the Pools section of the Homeowner FAQ.
