



San Tan Valley Pool Builder for Luxury Backyards

Investment In Your Family & Lifestyle

Turning Visions Into Award-Winning Backyards

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Build Your Ultimate Backyard With a San Tan Valley Pool Builder

Elite Pool Building.
Luxe Results.

Reimagine.
Remodel. Refine.

Invigorating Spas.
Expertly Crafted.
Pick-A-treat for Your New Pool
Did the triple-digit summer temperatures leave you dreaming about a refreshing escape? Nothing beats the heat like building your own backyard retreat, and this October, you can Pick-A-Treat for your new pool! Choose a FREE Baja Shelf, Cleaning System, or Water Feature to help complete your dream oasis.
Whether you dream of relaxing beside a resort-inspired pool, entertaining family and friends, or creating a backyard built for Arizona living, now is the perfect time to get started. Get a free estimate and take the first step toward your dream backyard today.
Featured Backyard Transformation in San Tan Valley
Barbour: Mountain-View Desert Retreat
These San Tan Valley homeowners wanted a complete backyard retreat for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the surrounding mountain views. The design needed to complement the desert setting while creating several comfortable outdoor gathering spaces.
Our design team created a freeform pool with a custom in-pool table, paired with a circular spa and integrated fire pit. A stacked-stone feature wall combines three cascading scuppers with two raised fire bowls. Light stone decking, artificial turf, palms, flowering plants, and desert landscaping complete this resort-style backyard.
Materials & Finishes
Light gray stone pavers and matching coping
Blue-green mosaic waterline and feature-wall tile
Charcoal stacked-stone feature columns
Deep blue pebble-style pool and spa interior
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The Elements That Shape the Ultimate Backyard

Pools

Spas

Hardscapes

Structures

Landscapes
Our custom-designed pools serve as the centerpiece of every ultimate backyard. Choose from various styles and sizes, including infinity-edge designs, large family pools, and compact cocktail pools. Features like Baja shelves, swim-up bars, and integrated water features enhance functionality and luxury. Every pool is crafted precisely to complement your vision and Arizona's unique landscape.
Relax and rejuvenate with a spa tailored to your preferences. From elevated spillover designs to sleek perimeter spas and standalone acrylic options, each spa is built for comfort and elegance. Whether you're envisioning a tranquil retreat or a therapeutic hot tub, our inground spas seamlessly integrate with your backyard design.
Hardscapes form your outdoor space's foundation, providing structure and style. Explore options like travertine and porcelain pavers, custom pool decks, and elegant walkways. Every element enhances usability and durability while harmonizing with your backyard’s aesthetic.
Shade and comfort are essential for Arizona living. Our custom-designed structures include pergolas, casitas, pool houses, and outdoor kitchens. Each structure is built with attention to detail, offering form and function. Choose from tiled roofs, slatted or full-coverage designs, and integrated media walls for a truly elevated experience.
Lush, vibrant landscaping completes your backyard transformation. Whether you prefer desert-inspired designs, tropical oases, or traditional elegance, our team curates every element, from privacy trees to colorful accents. Thoughtful touches like ambient lighting and drought-resistant plants ensure beauty and sustainability.


Pool Builder of the Year
Arizona’s Most-Awarded Pool Builder

World’s Greatest Pools


Best of Houzz Design


PSN Masters of Design


International Torch Award


PHTA Awards

Pebble Technology’s annual international awards recognize exceptional pool designs and craftsmanship that feature their superior interior finishes.
Best of Houzz honors professionals in the home remodeling and design industry who consistently deliver outstanding design work.
Pool & Spa News annual awards, celebrating 10 of the most exceptional designs of residential pools, spas, and water features in the industry.
Better Business Bureau (BBB) International Torch Award for Ethics recognizes companies that demonstrate outstanding ethics and integrity in their business dealings with employees, customers, and their community.
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance International Awards of Excellence recognize installations of pools, spas, hot tubs, and water features that showcase the most beautiful and creative work in the industry.
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Luxury Features for Your San Tan Valley Backyard

Water Features

Outdoor Fire Features

Pool Lighting

Interior Finishes

Outdoor Kitchens
The soothing sound of cascading water turns your pool into a tranquil oasis, creating a sense of serenity with every ripple. Sheer descents, natural rock waterfalls, and playful bubblers add movement, elegance, and relaxation. Thoughtfully designed water features blend seamlessly with your pool’s aesthetic, transforming your backyard into an inviting resort, day or night.
A glowing fire feature adds warmth, ambiance, and a striking focal point, transforming your space into a captivating retreat. Fire bowls, linear flames, and custom-built fire pits create a mesmerizing contrast against the water’s reflection. Gather around the flickering glow for vibrant entertaining or quiet moments of relaxation in a space designed to create memories.
Transform your backyard into a glowing paradise where every night feels special. Strategically placed LED lighting enhances your pool’s depth, highlights water features, and casts a warm, inviting ambiance. From hosting under the stars or unwinding in peaceful solitude, soft glows and dynamic color displays create the perfect setting for endless evening enjoyment.
Choose from premium finishes like SeaGlass, Pebble, or Quartz for a smooth, durable surface that enhances beauty and longevity. Complete the look with coordinating waterline tile and custom color selections that complement your pool design and surrounding landscape.
An outdoor kitchen transforms your backyard into a space where cooking and socializing flow effortlessly. Stay at the center of every moment with a fully equipped setup, featuring custom BBQ islands, pizza ovens, refrigeration, and ample counter space. Designed for function and ambiance, your outdoor kitchen keeps you connected while delivering quality meals at home.
The Best Team for Your Backyard Dream
At California Pools & Landscape, we create more than just pools, we build unforgettable outdoor living spaces that bring people together. With expert craftsmanship, innovative design, and a customer, first approach, we make the journey just as enjoyable as the destination.
We believe in taking care of our customers, our team, and our trade partners with integrity, excellence, and respect. Our legacy is built on happy customers who love their backyard and can’t wait to share their experience with neighbors, friends, and family. Because when we put people first, great things happen!
Frequently Asked Questions About Building a Pool in San Tan Valley
How much does a custom pool cost in San Tan Valley?
How long does it take to build a pool in San Tan Valley?
Do you handle pool permits in San Tan Valley?
Do you help with HOA approval?
What type of pool is best for a San Tan Valley family?
Can you build a pool in the backyard of a newly constructed home?
What San Tan Valley communities do you serve?
Can you include landscaping and outdoor living features with my pool?
How should I choose a pool builder in San Tan Valley?
Do you offer pool financing?
Q: How much does a custom pool cost in San Tan Valley?
A standard custom shotcrete play pool commonly starts around $50,000 to $55,000. Cocktail pools and spools may begin around $45,000 to $50,000, while diving pools commonly range from approximately $55,000 to $65,000. Pool-and-spa combinations generally begin around $65,000, and complete custom pool and spa projects often range from $75,000 to $125,000.
The final investment depends on the pool’s size, design, interior finish, decking, site access, equipment, and additional backyard features. Landscaping, a spa, Baja shelf, water feature, fire feature, outdoor kitchen, or shade structure will also affect the total project. Our Arizona Pool Buyer’s Prep Guide and pool pricing guide provide helpful starting information.
Q: How long does it take to build a pool in San Tan Valley?
A standard pool commonly takes approximately 8 to 12 weeks from excavation through startup. Larger pools and projects involving a spa, extensive decking, landscaping, outdoor structures, or specialty features may take 12 to 16 weeks or longer.
The complete schedule also includes design, engineering, material selections, permitting, HOA approval, and preconstruction planning. Site access, inspections, weather, and requested design changes can affect the timeline. Learn more about the Arizona pool construction process.
Q: Do you handle pool permits in San Tan Valley?
Yes. New swimming pools require applicable building permits, plan review, safety-barrier compliance, and inspections. We prepare the necessary construction documents and engineering and coordinate the required steps during construction.
San Tan Valley is transitioning its municipal building services, with Pinal County currently providing permitting and inspection assistance under an intergovernmental agreement. We verify the current reviewing authority for the property address before submitting the project.
Q: Do you help with HOA approval?
Yes. Many San Tan Valley communities require architectural approval before pool construction can begin. We provide the pool plan, material information, equipment locations, and other project documents commonly requested during HOA review.
Homeowners generally submit the application directly to their HOA, but we help make sure they have the necessary information. Review requirements, fees, and approval times vary by community.
Q: What type of pool is best for a San Tan Valley family?
A play pool is a popular option for families who want room for recreation, gathering, and relaxing. These pools generally have usable shallow areas and can incorporate benches, entry steps, or a Baja shelf.
The best design depends on who will use the pool, the available yard space, and whether the priority is swimming, entertaining, exercise, or relaxation. We design the depth, seating, access, and features around those needs.
Q: Can you build a pool in the backyard of a newly constructed home?
Yes. We frequently design pools and complete backyards for homes where the rear yard is unfinished. Before creating the design, we evaluate access, property setbacks, utilities, drainage, grading, easements, and HOA requirements.
Planning the pool, decking, landscaping, and gathering areas together can also prevent the backyard from feeling like a collection of separate projects.
Q: What San Tan Valley communities do you serve?
We build throughout San Tan Valley, including Johnson Ranch, Pecan Creek, Copper Basin, Skyline Ranch, San Tan Heights, Circle Cross Ranch, Morning Sun Farms, Castlegate, Laredo Ranch, Rancho Bella Vista, and nearby communities. We can confirm service based on the project address.
Q: Can you include landscaping and outdoor living features with my pool?
Yes. We can design the pool as part of a complete backyard that includes landscaping, decking, artificial turf, lighting, outdoor kitchens, shade structures, water features, and outdoor fire features.
Our designers consider how each part of the backyard connects so the finished environment is functional, comfortable, and cohesive.
Q: How should I choose a pool builder in San Tan Valley?
Look for a pool builder with extensive Arizona construction experience, clear pricing, detailed plans, strong communication, and the ability to manage permitting, inspections, and the complete construction process. You should also ask what is included in the proposal, which materials and equipment are specified, and how changes are handled.
We have built more than 36,000 pools during our more than 38 years in business. We guide homeowners from the initial design consultation through construction and pool startup.
Q: Do you offer pool financing?
Yes. We offer pool financing options for new pools, spas, remodeling projects, and complete backyards. Financing can help homeowners plan the project around a manageable budget while including the features that matter most to them.
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At California Pools we know that a pool is an investment in your home and in your family’s lifestyle. That’s why we offer pool funding options to help make your dream pool affordable.
California Pools & Landscape’s financial strength has enabled us to build exceptional relationships with financial institutions across the Valley. We have numerous unsecured and secured loan products available to you. How can we help make your dream backyard a reality today?







