Phoenix Pool Contractor Project Cost
When planning a pool or backyard project, we understand that cost is one of the most important factors in deciding on a pool contractor, as is the size and scope of the work to be done. Establishing a budget that works for you and your family is vital for determining your yard's scope of work and the features you’d like to include.
At California Pools & Landscape, we’ve been building custom outdoor living environments in the Valley of the Sun since 1988, and we’ve helped over 35,000 customers create the backyard of their dreams.
In this article, we provide you with five different backyard project costs and projected build times in today’s conditions. These figures are not set in stone but rather flexible estimates that can help you evaluate the scope of a project that might be on your wishlist. Keep in mind these are ballpark figures that can vary depending on your job site conditions, access, and local jurisdictions. These prices reflect 2024 pricing, and each price is specific to the details provided.
$49,000 Play Pool
Play Pool and Travertine Deck
2024 Build Time - 45 days
This modern geometric pool is perfect for escaping the heat just steps from your backdoor. With a perimeter length of 72 feet, it is a size that should fit in most Arizona backyards. This pool design also includes our recommended equipment set, circulation system, digital control system, and the brightest LED light on the market. The travertine coping around the pool and attached decking add plenty of space for lounging around the pool and a luxurious touch to the design.
$72,000 Freeform Pool with Landscaping
Freeform Pool with Acrylic Laced Deck and Landscaping
2024 Build Time - 60 days
This Phoenix backyard features a freeform pool design, with destinations abound in every corner. The pool features a baja shelf on one end of the pool, with an umbrella sleeve built in, a perfect spot for relaxing! The raised water wall with a smooth flow scupper in the middle of the pool is a beautiful backdrop, and the sound of the falling water creates a steady ambiance and helps create true serenity. On the pool's far end is a raised bench and an in-pool table with an umbrella sleeve, creating the perfect spot to enjoy a cool drink, share a meal, or even work from home.
The estimate on this design also includes the poured concrete decking and acrylic laced Cal Deck, which adds a clean look to the entire patio and adds texture around the pool. The landscape in this backyard also adds more usable space with over 500 square feet of artificial turf and 2,000 square feet of granite.
$125,000 Play Pool with Raised Sit & Spin Spa
Play Pool with Raised Sit & Spin Spa & Landscaping
2024 Build Time - 70 days
This Buckeye, AZ backyard is a modern oasis featuring a Play Pool with a large baja shelf and a raised water feature wall with two scuppers. There is also an attached raised Sit & Spin Spa, with a beautiful tile face and overflow into the pool.
The cost estimate also includes over 450 square feet of travertine pavers that top the covered patio, expand into the design on geometric step pads, and extend to a large area on the edge of the pool, perfect for lounge chairs. The outdoor living environment is punctuated with lush landscaping and vibrant artificial turf, creating a tropical oasis just steps from the backdoor.
$205,000 Play Pool with Ultimate Outdoor Living Setup
Play Pool with Sit & Spin Spa, Cal Shade, Outdoor Kitchen & Fire Pit
2024 Build Time - 90 days
This modern Maricopa backyard is an ultimate outdoor paradise with plenty of destinations for entertaining, relaxing, or escaping the heat. The design incorporates a Play Pool with a large baja shelf and water feature wall that sits in the focal point of the home. The water feature is unique in that it incorporates a smooth flow scupper and two water bowls that also light up with LED lights at night.
A raised Sit & Spin Spa is connected to the edge of the pool with a gorgeous tile face and overflow spillway that trickles into the pool. Just beyond the spa is a fire pit that is the perfect destination for cool winter evenings in the desert.
The Cal Shade Structure provides excellent shade and cover for the outdoor kitchen, which includes a BBQ grill, a refrigerator, a seating area, and plenty of counter space. The design is connected together with almost 1,000 square feet of travertine pavers, adding a luxurious touch to this stunning outdoor living environment.
$500,000 Negative Edge Pool & Ultimate Backyard
Large Negative Edge Pool and Complete Ultimate Backyard Setup
2024 Build Time - 5-6 months
This San Tan Valley sanctuary is a natural masterpiece, highlighting the pinnacle of outdoor living in Arizona. This backyard sits on a large lot, allowing several built-in destinations designed to accommodate the dramatic change in grade.
The large negative edge pool is the main attraction of the design, featuring a large baja shelf, swim-up bar, and stunning tile wall on the front catch basin. The raised water wall provides an elevated seating area and has three smooth-flow scupper water features.
The elevated Sit & Spin Spa is a wonderful destination for Arizona evenings. It backs up to one of the fire pits in the backyard, providing extra seats around the fire. The Aluminum Shade Structure provides excellent shade during the day and a natural gathering space for entertaining near the BBQ and outdoor kitchen.
This large backyard lot backs up to a mountain preserve, and the landscaping on the project allows the desert to come into the design and complement its surroundings. Nearly 1,000 square feet of travertine pavers connect this design with several large step pads and seating areas. The Artificial Turf creates more usable space for activities and lush pops of green in the yard.
What Budget Range is Right For You?
We provided a wide range of project scopes and budgets to help you decide what is possible for you and your backyard. Establishing a budget is one of the most critical steps in a backyard makeover, so we created an article to help you create your ideal backyard budget.
When evaluating your project estimates, consider important factors like construction standards, project warranties, and service. All of these elements tie into the customer experience during the lifetime of your backyard project and are essential when deciding on a pool contractor.
If you have a budget range in mind for your outdoor project, you can schedule a free design consultation to meet with one of our talented designers.
