Gunite Pool Construction in South Carolina
A gunite or concrete pool gives your backyard room to become something personal, durable, and built around the way you actually live.
We help South Carolina homeowners plan, build, and finish custom gunite pools with clear communication, premium craftsmanship, and a white-glove process from the first idea to the final walkthrough.
Custom gunite pool construction guarantee
Confidence built into the shell
Shapes, steps, spas, ledges, and features
Ask about payment options
Custom gunite pool construction guarantee
Confidence built into the shell
Shapes, steps, spas, ledges, and features
Ask about payment options
Why Homeowners Choose Gunite Pools
Gunite is one of the most flexible and durable options for an inground pool. Instead of forcing your backyard into a pre-set shape, gunite construction allows the pool to be shaped around your property, your style, and your plans for outdoor living.
That makes it a strong fit for homeowners who want more than a basic pool. If you’re thinking about tanning ledges, integrated spas, wide entry steps, water features, custom depth zones, or a layout that flows naturally with your patio, gunite gives the project room to breathe.
Custom shapes, sizes, depths, ledges, benches, and integrated features.
A reinforced shell designed for years of South Carolina backyard use.
Tile, coping, plaster, decking, lighting, and feature choices that feel high-end.
A pool that connects to patios, seating, landscaping, and entertaining areas.
Steel
A reinforced steel framework gives the pool shell its strength and structure.
Gunite
Concrete material is pneumatically applied over the steel to create a durable custom shell.
Finish
Interior finish, tile, coping, lighting, and decking bring the design to life.
Systems
Equipment, plumbing, automation, and water care choices make ownership easier.
A Strong Pool Shell With Real Design Flexibility
Gunite construction starts with a planned excavation, a reinforced steel framework, and a concrete shell that is shaped directly in your yard. Because the shell is formed on site, the pool can be tailored to your space in ways that many pre-made pool options can’t match.
Said flexibility matters when your backyard has a unique shape, when your pool needs to connect to an outdoor kitchen or patio, or when you want a custom look that moves beyond standard template-built pools.
Gunite Pool Features that Make a Backyard Feel Finished
A gunite pool can be simple, elegant, dramatic, resort-inspired, or built for family fun. The right features depend on how you want to use the space and what will make the space blend with your home’s aesthetic.
Tanning Ledges
Shallow lounge areas for relaxing, sun shelf chairs, and easy play space.
Integrated Spas
Integrated spas add comfort, visual interest, and a more complete outdoor living experience.
Custom Steps
Include wide entries, benches, and step layouts designed around comfort and flow.
Water Features
Provide movement, sound, and a high-end focal point to the pool area.
LED Lighting
Improve nighttime visibility and turn a pool into an evening centerpiece.
Custom Shapes
Choose from rectangular, geometric, freeform, or fully tailored pools for your backyard layout.
Deck Integration
Connect seating, dining, pathways, patios, and outdoor kitchens to your pool.
Automation
Control lighting, schedules, heating, and features from a simple app.
60-Day Gunite Pool Guarantee
We’ll Construct and Install Your Gunite Pool in 60 Days or Under
We promote a streamlined custom gunite pool construction process built around planning, skilled crews, and steady communication. No matter the complexity of your design, our pool professionals can help bring your backyard pool to life.
Our Gunite Pool Construction Process
A custom pool is a major project, but the experience should never feel like a mystery. Our process is designed to keep the design, site work, construction, systems, finishes, and final walkthrough moving with clarity.
Consultation and Vision
We start with how you want to use your backyard, what style you like, what features matter, and what planning factors would make the project feel like a win.
Site Review and Layout Planning
We review access, slope, drainage, utilities, equipment location, outdoor living connections, and any site-specific needs.
Design, Scope, and Selections
We help shape the pool size, form, features, finishes, tile, coping, decking, and equipment before construction begins.
Excavation and Steel
The pool area is prepared, excavated, and reinforced with steel to establish the structure of the gunite shell.
Gunite Application and Shell Work
Gunite is applied to form the custom shell. Then, the project moves through curing, plumbing, electrical, and additional building phases.
Tile, Coping, Decking, and Finish
The visual details come together with interior finishes, waterline tiles, coping, lighting, decking, and newly installed features.
Startup and Final Walkthrough
We prepare the pool for use, explain the equipment, review care basics, and make sure you feel ready to enjoy your new, finished space.
Ready to Build a Gunite Pool that Fits Your Home?
We can help you understand what’s possible, plan the right shell, choose the right features, and build a pool that feels tailor-made for your backyard.
Built for Lowcountry Backyards, Weather, and Outdoor Living
South Carolina backyards need pools that account for heat, humidity, rain, drainage, grading, access, and long swim seasons.
Gunite and concrete give a project flexibility. We take into account where a pool should sit to how people will move through the space once it’s complete. Detailed planning helps a pool feel like it always belonged there.
Site Factors We Review:
- Backyard access for equipment and crews
- Drainage, slope, and grade changes
- Utility and equipment placement
- Decking, patio, and seating flow
- Shade, sun exposure, and views from the home
- Long-term care and maintenance needs
How To Conceptualize Gunite Pool Costs
Gunite and concrete pool pricing depends on the design, size, access, excavation conditions, structure, finish choices, equipment, features, decking, and surrounding outdoor living work.
A clean rectangular pool won’t be priced the same as a larger custom design with a spa, tanning ledge, water features, lighting, automation, and premium hardscape. The smartest approach begins with the right structure and systems. Then, you can choose the features and finishes that will make the biggest difference in daily use.
Common Cost Factors Include:
- Pool size, shape, and depth
- Excavation and backyard access
- Steel, plumbing, and shell requirements
- Interior finish, tile, and coping selections
- Decking, drainage, and patio work
- Spas, ledges, lighting, heating, and water features
- Equipment, automation, and permitting needs
White-Glove Guidance for a More Durable Custom Pool Build
Homeowners choose us because they want the work done with care, communication, and attention to detail. Gunite construction involves many moving parts, so the experience should feel organized from the beginning.
What Homeowners Say About Their Backyard Upgrades
We love this team! Brandon is always very responsive when I have questions or concerns (and I do have many lol), and they’ve worked diligently to address our pool’s specific needs. Highly recommend!
— Hannah A.
Ben helped us choose the perfect design and add a custom feature wall with waterfalls and a fire pit. Casey was super informative and kept us updated throughout the project. The quality is outstanding, and our pool looks exactly as we envisioned. Highly recommend!
— Jenifer V.
Recently purchased a home with a pool. Naturally, the pump started going out. I called around to several local companies but either my B.S. detector started going off or the quotes were crazy high. Finally made my way to Legacy Pools. The technician was friendly and changed out my equipment efficiently. When he was done, he took his time walking me through the new maintenance requirements.
10 out of 10. They have my business going forward.
— Holly G.
I’ve had a fantastic experience with this company! They’re always so nice and helpful. Answer or return calls right away. Dylan recently came to look at our pool pump and ended up inspecting everything to do with the pool at our new house. Resolved issues for me that I’ve been dealing with for almost two months in just a short visit.
— Kelly T.
Yes! Financing Is Available
Need to pay over time? Legacy Pools has long-standing relationships with financial lenders. Explore low monthly payment options and flexible payment plans for your custom gunite pool project.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gunite Pool Construction
What’s a Gunite Pool?
A gunite pool is an inground concrete pool built by spraying a dry concrete mix through a hose and adding water at the nozzle. The result is a strong, custom-shaped pool shell that can support a wide range of designs, depths, steps, benches, spas, and water features.
Why Choose Gunite Instead of Other Pool Types?
Gunite and conrete are popular because they offer excellent design flexibility, long-term strength, and a premium finished look. They’re strong choices for homeowners who want a custom inground pool rather than a limited set of pre-made shapes or sizes.
How Long Does Gunite Pool Construction Take?
Timing depends on design, access, weather, permitting, finish selections, and surrounding work. We offer a 60-day custom gunite pool construction guarantee, but homeowners should confirm project-specific timing with their Legacy Pools point of contact.
Can a Gunite Pool Include a Spa or Tanning Ledge?
Yes. Gunite pools are highly customizable and can include integrated spas, tanning ledges, benches, wide steps, water features, custom lighting, and other design details.
Is Gunite Good for South Carolina Backyards?
Gunite can be an excellent option for South Carolina homeowners because it supports durable custom builds, flexible shapes, and thoughtful designs for long swim seasons, enduring heat, heavy humidity, and diverse outdoor living spaces.
How Much Does a Gunite Pool Cost?
Pricing depends on the size, design, access, excavation conditions, features, finishes, equipment, decking, and project requirements. A complimentary quote gives you a clearer number based on your property and goals.
Can You Help with the Design Process?
Most definitely. Equipment planning is an important part of the design, and it’s one of our strengths as pool contractors. We’ll make sure that all pumps, filters, heaters, valves, automation, lighting controls, and water feature systems match your pool design and desired functionality for your pool.
Can You Integrate My Pool Design with My Outdoor Living Area?
100%. Our pool contractors can help you think through and integrate your pool’s shape, layout, entry steps, tanning ledges, spas, lighting, decking, finishes, equipment, and more, to the rest of your outdoor space.
Receive a Complimentary Quote
If you’re ready to talk through a custom gunite pool for your South Carolina home, we’re here to help. To receive a complimentary quote on a gunite or concrete pool project, get in contact with one of our friendly pool specialists.
Columbia, SC
140 Stoneridge Dr
Columbia, SC 29210
Okatie, SC
110 Traders Cross
Okatie, SC 29909
Myrtle Beach, SC
3100 Dick Pond Rd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
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