Inground Pools


<< Choose from the pages at the left to find pool builders, get buying tips, learn about types of inground pools, and find out how to get started on your new swimming pool.




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Planning to build an inground swimming pool in your backyard? Get inspired by the pool designs in our photo gallery and read the articles to learn about the most common types of inground pools: concrete, vinyl, and fiberglass. Plus, learn the basics of the pool installation process. Our Buyers' Guide, Find a Dealer, and Search by State pages provide detailed information about reputable pool builders and help you locate pool builders in your area. You're on your way to owning a beautiful backyard pool.


Featured Inground Pool & Swimming Articles



Michael Phelps swimming in swim spaMichael Phelps Trains for the London Olympics

As U.S. swimming Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps prepares for the Summer Games, he has also teamed up with Master Spas on a signature line of swim spas. Read more >>

Inground swimming pool infinity Questar beautifulSwimming Pool Types 


The best information for homeowners ready to build an inground pool. Learn the differences between concrete pools, fiberglass pools, and vinyl pools and how they are installed. Read more >> 




Top Inground Pool Articles


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Pool Makeovers: Before & After

Find out how some much-needed renovations made these outdated pools go from depressing--to refreshing! See the before & after photos of these major makeovers and read comments from the builders about the renovation was completed. Read more >>



J. Brownlee Home Resort

Ultimate Home Resort

Journey through one amazing outdoor retreat that has just about everything--from a giant pool with a hidden cave to blazing firepits, unique water features, and a spacious pool house. We spoke to the builder/designer to learn exactly how this project came to be. Read more >>



Gib-San PoolsPool Cues: Building an Inground Pool 

What you need to know before building an inground pool. Learn the differences between concrete, fiberglass, and vinyl-lined pools and how they are installed. Read more >> 

 



Water FrontiersInground Pools: The Coolest Place to Chill

For families with kids, a swimming pool can be the best form of entertainment and the solution to summer boredom. If you’re ready to turn your property into an at-home resort, you need to set your budget/price range, choose your features, and decide how quickly you'd like the pool to be built. Read more>>


Cipriano Landscape DesignBackyard Oasis

When your kitchen and family room have you feeling boxed in, look to the outdoors—make your backyard the place to entertain and have fun. Read interviews from the builders of some of the most amazing backyards, complete with swimming pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, patios & more. Read more >>






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