A pool size can be customized to fit almost all backyard spaces. The beauty of in-ground gunite swimming pools and spas is that there are no rules regarding shape or size.

Generally yes however soil conditions and additional structural concerns will come into play.  Costs can increase when engineering requires additional sitework.

We take care of the permit process for you.  The cost depends on where you live and the scope of the work.  Generally, you can expect to spend between $5,500 and $8,000 for your building permit.  At the present time, most municipalities and counties are taking 3 – 6 months from submittal to acquisition.

The short answer is yes.  A smaller shallow pool requires less material than a large pool so there are reduced costs but the savings isn’t necessarily commensurate with the size of the pool.

We are fortunate in the Bay Area to be able to do swimming pool construction year round however much of our work is water sensitive so rain and mud will prolong the process.

Building the pool in during the construction of the home typically works well. There are no drawbacks to building both at the same time.

We offer the most comprehensive warranty in the swimming pool industry. The structural warranty is a lifetime warranty and as long as you own your Royal Pool, we will guarantee it will hold water.

Depending on the size of the pool and the amount of usage, your yearly utility cost for pool filtration and heat will increase approximately $1,000 to $2,000

Yes, you still need a tiny bit of residual chlorine for effective pool sanitization. Our four-component sanitizing system including Ozone and Ultra Violet technology, Pool Rx (Ionization) and an inline chlorinator for purifying swimming pool water greatly reduces the amount of chlorine necessary for healthy water. The tiny bit of chlorine, about 0.3 ppm will be more than adequate to keep your pool nice and clear and healthy.

Absolutely. In our opinion, all swimming pools should use solar heating.

Absolutely. We also install diving rocks and custom rock slides.  In addition, Royal Pools will make sure that the pool depth, length and width are to code to safely incorporate these different features.

Yes and your perimeter yard fence may suffice or you can install a baby barrier type safety fence that can be removed if desired.  Another option is an automatic pool cover that opens and closes with the turn of a key.  You will also need audible alarms on all doors leading into the pool area.

Yes we do but we feel we have a much better and healthier method of water sanitization.  We utilize a simple four-component system including Ozone and Ultraviolet technology, Pool Rx (Ionization) and an inline chlorinator to dispense very small amounts of chlorine to purify the swimming pool water.

Our goal is to make sure your new pool structure is built to withstand the soil conditions at your home.  Things like topography, soil types (clay vs sandy) or moisture content can create forces that might affect your new pool.  By utilizing the services of structural engineers, we can ensure that your new pool structure is built to last.  Your designer will be able to go over this in greater detail.

Yes you can.  Swimming pools are often thought of a water wasters but nothing could be further from the truth.  The only thing that uses less water than a covered swimming pool over a given area is concrete or dirt.  To get all the facts, we encourage you to visit www.letspooltogether.com.

Each product has specific features and your designer will go over the different surface options in greater detail.  In addition to the traditional surfaces, we also offer an all-tile surface interior for the ultimate in indulgence.  Please go to our Partners page to find links to the different surface options we offer.

It varies by surface material.  Generally, we ask that you wait until the water is initially balanced.  Some materials allow the water to balance more quickly so you can swim sooner. 

Your heater can be turned on after the pool water is balanced.  If it is turned on before the water is balanced, it can cause a precipitate to form inside the heat exchanger reducing the efficiency of the heater.

Gunite is a type of concrete used in many applications, including swimming pools, tunnels, bridges, etc.  It is a blend of dry cement and aggregate pneumatically pumped through a hose with water added at the nozzle.

Shotcrete refers to an application process where concrete is projected at high velocity onto vertical surfaces.

The masonry product at the top edge or perimeter of the pool, approximately 12 in wide.  It is typically some type of rock or pre-cast stone.  You can see more about coping at Golden State Cast Stone or check our partners page for links to more masonry options

Our parent company, Adams Pools Solutions takes care of remodeling and repairs.  We would be happy to put you in touch with a designer from our remodel division.

We use state-of-the-art pool equipment manufactured by Hayward and Jandy.  We are committed to making sure your pool has the latest automated and energy efficient filtration equipment available today.

Your contract is with Royal Pools.  Royal Pools is the new swimming pool construction division of Adams Pool Solutions and exists as a separate entity although we have found that sharing resources improves efficiency.