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How Much Does a Pool Cost in California?

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What size pool are you considering?

Common questions

How much do a spa, heating and a waterfall add?

A spa adds $15,000 to $25,000, heating adds $5,000 to $12,000, and a waterfall adds $3,000 to $8,000. All three together move a standard finish estimate up by roughly $23,000 to $45,000 on top of the pool itself.

What is the difference between a basic, standard and luxury finish here?

Basic is a standard interior finish with basic equipment. Standard means upgraded tile and better equipment, priced at 1.3 times basic. Luxury means premium finishes and smart features, priced at 1.8 times basic.

The multiplier applies to the shell and finish only. The add-ons above are counted separately.

What is not included in this estimate?

The number covers the pool itself at the size and finish you picked, plus any add-ons you switch on. Decking, fencing, landscaping around the pool and the electrical work to serve it are separate, and so is anything driven by your site: access for machinery, soil conditions, slope and drainage.

Permit fees vary by city and are not included either.

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