If you’re considering adding a fiberglass pool to your backyard, one of your first questions is probably pretty simple:
How much does a fiberglass pool actually cost?
In the San Antonio area, a professionally installed fiberglass pool can range from approximately the mid-$30,000s to $100,000+, depending on the size and style of the pool, equipment package, site conditions and features you choose.
At Gary’s Pool & Patio, our fiberglass pool options range from compact plunge pools to large family pools and Deluxe models with integrated spas.
We’ve specialized in fiberglass pool installation since 1979 and are the Exclusive Latham Grand Dealer serving San Antonio and South & Central Texas, installing premium Latham fiberglass pools throughout our area.
So, what should you actually budget for your pool? Let’s break it down.
Fiberglass Pool Prices in San Antonio by Size
If you’re just beginning to budget for a fiberglass pool, here’s a helpful starting point based on the pool packages currently offered by Gary’s Pool & Patio:
SMALL FIBERGLASS POOLS
Typical Range: Mid-$50,000s to low-$90,000s
Average: Around $67,000
MEDIUM FIBERGLASS POOLS
Typical Range: Low-$60,000s to low-$100,000s
Average: Around $82,000
LARGE FIBERGLASS POOLS
Typical Range: Low-$80,000s to $110,000+
Average: Around $94,000
These are general planning ranges, not quotes. The lower end generally represents more straightforward pool and equipment packages, while the upper end can include larger pools, upgraded equipment packages and, in some cases, Deluxe models with integrated spas.
Your property’s excavation conditions, electrical requirements, structural requirements and any additional concrete, tile, coping, water features or other upgrades can also affect the total project cost.
Looking for a smaller pool option? Gary’s Pool & Patio also offers select PLUNGE fiberglass pool packages beginning in the mid-$30,000s. These compact Latham fiberglass pools offer many of the same advantages as our larger fiberglass pools while providing an option for smaller backyards, more intimate outdoor spaces and homeowners who simply don’t need a full-size swimming pool.
What Does the “Average” Fiberglass Pool Price Mean?
It’s important to put those averages into context.
There really isn’t one “average fiberglass pool.”
A compact plunge pool and a large fiberglass pool with an integrated spa are two very different projects. Gary’s offers fiberglass pools in many different sizes, shapes and configurations, which is why you’ll see such a wide range of prices.
The averages above are based on the pool packages Gary’s currently offers within each size category. They aren’t intended to predict exactly what your pool will cost.
For most homeowners, the better questions are:
What size pool do I want? What size pool will fit in my yard? What features are important to me? And what will it take to properly install that pool on my property?
Those answers will tell you much more about your likely investment.
What Determines the Cost of a Fiberglass Pool?
Two homeowners can choose similar pools and still end up with different project costs.
That’s because the price of an inground fiberglass pool is affected by several factors.
Pool Size and Design
A compact plunge pool will generally cost considerably less than a large pool or a fiberglass pool with a built-in spa.
Size isn’t the only consideration, though.
Today’s fiberglass pools are available with features such as tanning ledges, splash pads, full-length benches, deep-end seating and integrated spas. The design you choose will play a role in the overall price – based off the cost of the pool shell.
Equipment Package
Your pool equipment can also have an impact on the initial investment and on how you use your pool after installation.
Gary’s offers different equipment options, including our Exclusive & upgraded Exclusive Plus equipment package.
Exclusive Plus includes:
• Pre-filter system
• Heat/chill pump
• Full pool automation
Our Deluxe fiberglass pools with built-in spas include the Exclusive Plus equipment package.
The heat/chill pump is particularly useful in South Texas because it gives homeowners the ability to both heat and cool their pool water, helping extend comfortable swimming well beyond the traditional summer pool season.
Full pool automation also allows homeowners to conveniently control pool functions without having to manually manage equipment every time they want to use their pool.
What Can Affect the Final Cost of Your Fiberglass Pool?
One of the great things about building a fiberglass pool is that you get to decide how simple or customized you want your finished backyard to be.
Your pool model, size and equipment package establish much of the starting investment. From there, your property and the features you choose can affect the final project price.
Some homeowners keep things relatively simple, while others choose to create a complete outdoor living space with additional decking, upgraded finishes, water features and other enhancements.
Customizing Your Pool and Backyard
There are plenty of ways to make your pool and surrounding space your own.
Additional concrete can create more room for lounge chairs, outdoor furniture, dining and entertaining. Waterline tile and upgraded coping can completely change the finished look of your pool, while waterfalls, bubblers and other water features can add movement, sound and atmosphere.
These are choices, not requirements. You can decide which features matter most to you and your vision for the backyard.
Property-Specific Considerations
Every backyard is different, so occasionally the property itself requires additional work.
Things such as significant rock excavation, additional electrical work or certain structural requirements, including turndown beams when needed, can affect the final project price.
These aren’t necessarily part of every installation. Gary’s Pool & Patio evaluates the individual property and project so we can help you understand what applies to your backyard.
Fiberglass Pool Cost vs. Total Backyard Project Cost
It’s helpful to think about your pool investment and your overall backyard project as related, but not always identical.
For many homeowners, the pool package covers the majority of the project. From there, your property and the upgrades you choose will determine whether there are additional costs.
One homeowner may choose a beautiful fiberglass pool with a relatively simple surrounding area. Another may choose a similar pool and create a larger outdoor living space with expanded decking, upgraded coping, waterline tile, water features and other enhancements.
That’s why comparing pool companies based solely on one advertised number can be misleading.
You need to know what’s actually included.
A realistic pool quote should be based on your pool, your property and what you ultimately want your backyard to become.
Are Small Fiberglass and Plunge Pools Less Expensive?
Generally, yes.
Small fiberglass pools and plunge pools can be one of the more affordable ways to add a permanent inground pool to your backyard.
At Gary’s Pool & Patio, select compact and plunge pool packages currently begin in approximately the mid-$30,000s.
And smaller doesn’t necessarily mean basic.
Today’s fiberglass designs can include built-in seating, benches, tanning areas and other features that allow homeowners to get a surprising amount of functionality from a smaller footprint.
They’re especially worth considering for smaller San Antonio backyards, couples, empty nesters or homeowners who want their own private pool without dedicating the majority of their backyard to it.
Why Can Some Fiberglass Pools Cost More Than $100,000?
Once you move into larger pools, integrated spas, upgraded equipment and more extensive backyard finishes, a fiberglass pool project can exceed $100,000.
For example, some of Gary’s larger Deluxe fiberglass pools incorporate the pool and spa into one fiberglass design and include our Exclusive Plus equipment package.
Homeowners can also choose to take the project even further with expanded decking, upgraded finishes, water features and other outdoor-living enhancements.
That’s why the phrase “fiberglass pools cost $X” doesn’t tell you very much by itself.
There is an enormous difference between a compact plunge pool and a large pool-and-spa project with upgraded equipment and a fully finished outdoor space.
Is Fiberglass Less Expensive to Own Over Time?
The initial installation price isn’t the only cost worth considering when choosing a swimming pool.
Fiberglass pools have a smooth, nonporous surface that generally requires less ongoing maintenance and fewer chemicals than some other types of inground pools.
Modern energy-efficient equipment can also help reduce the energy required to operate your pool.
That means it’s worth considering both the initial cost and long-term cost of ownership when comparing fiberglass with other pool types.
Can You Finance a Fiberglass Pool?
Yes.
Pool financing is available for qualified buyers, and there are multiple financing options that may be available depending on the homeowner and project.
Because financing terms, programs and qualifications vary, we’ll cover fiberglass pool financing in more detail separately.
Why Does Your Fiberglass Pool Installer Matter?
Price is important.
But when you’re installing a permanent structure in your backyard for you and your family to enjoy for years and years to come, who installs it matters too.
Gary’s Pool & Patio has specialized in fiberglass pool installation in South and Central Texas since 1979.
As the exclusive Latham Grand Dealer serving our market, we install premium Latham fiberglass pools and help our customers through the entire process, from choosing the right size, shape and features to installation, equipment and learning how to care for their new pool.
And our relationship with our customers doesn’t end when there’s water in the pool.
We’re here for the years you’ll spend enjoying it, too.
So, How Much Should You Budget for a Fiberglass Pool in San Antonio?
For planning purposes, homeowners considering a professionally installed fiberglass pool in the San Antonio area should expect prices to begin around the mid-$30,000s for select smaller and plunge pool options, with medium and larger pools increasing from there.
Large pools, Deluxe pool-and-spa models and projects with upgraded equipment can reach $100,000 or more.
Your actual investment will depend on factors including:
• Pool size and model
• Equipment package
• Site and excavation conditions
• Rock excavation
• Electrical requirements
• Structural requirements
• Concrete and decking
• Coping and tile selections
• Water features
• Additional upgrades
The best way to determine what your fiberglass pool will cost isn’t to rely on a national average.
It’s to determine what works for your backyard, your family and the way you want to use your pool.
Ready to Start Planning Your Pool?
Whether you’re considering a compact plunge pool, a family-sized fiberglass pool or a pool-and-spa combination, Gary’s Pool & Patio can help you explore your options and determine what makes sense for your property, lifestyle and budget.
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