Custom Gunite Swimming Pools Built for Your Land, Lifestyle, and Vision
Ready to build an inground pool that fits your land, lifestyle, and vision? Creekside Custom Pools designs and constructs custom gunite swimming pools for homeowners in San Antonio, Boerne, New Braunfels, Dripping Springs, and Wimberley. Our process pairs advanced 3D design with terrain-smart engineering, durable materials, and clear communication from first consultation to final “pool school.”
Request your free design consultation to see your backyard come to life before we ever break ground.
Why Choose Us vs. Other Local Pool Companies
When you’re investing in a new pool, you want more than a pretty rendering — you want a well-built outdoor space that works with Central Texas terrain and lasts.
Here’s what you get with Creekside:
- Design-first approach: 3D renderings that account for elevations, drainage, and access, so the built pool matches the plan.
- Terrain-based engineering: Reinforced shells, proper hydraulics, and code-compliant electrical — built for limestone soils, slope, and heat.
- Transparent communication: Milestone updates and walkthroughs at every stage, so there are no surprises on timeline or scope.
- Custom features, not cookie-cutter: Baja shelves, grottos, integrated spas, water and fire features, LED lighting, and automation tailored to your style.
- Outdoor living integration: Kitchens, pavilions, and shade structures designed as part of a single, cohesive plan.
Our promise: a professional, high-accountability build that feels low-stress and finishes strong — the safe choice versus “promo-price” pools that cut corners.
What We Build
Custom Gunite Pool Design & Construction in San Antonio
Gunite (shotcrete) pools offer maximum flexibility in shape, depth, and finishes. We design around sightlines, shade, and access while engineering steel, plumbing, and equipment for performance and longevity. Expect a durable shell, smooth hydraulics, and finishes that fit your budget and aesthetic. Why it matters: You get a pool that looks right, functions efficiently, and ages well — even in Hill Country conditions.
3D Pool Designs & Renderings
Before excavation, we’ll walk you through a 3D design that shows elevations, steps, benches, lighting, and material combinations. This is where we make smart decisions about slopes, retaining, and usage patterns.
Why it matters: Visual clarity prevents change orders, protects timelines, and ensures the finished pool matches your expectations.
Water & Fire Features
Sheer descents, bubblers, scuppers, grottos, and fire bowls — all engineered with the right pumps and gas/electrical runs.
Why it matters: Features should be reliable, quiet, and easy to maintain — not just dramatic on day one.
Integrated Spas & Spillovers
From raised spa spillways to quiet therapy jets, we design spas that complement the pool’s structure and hydraulics.
Why it matters: Proper spa integration means balanced heating, efficient circulation, and a seamless look.
Outdoor Living: Kitchens, Patios & Pavilions
Extend your space with cooking stations, shade structures, and seating that align with your pool and home architecture.
Why it matters: A cohesive plan turns your yard into a true entertaining space, not a handful of disconnected projects.
Built for San Antonio & the Hill Country
Central Texas terrain is unique — limestone, grade changes, and HOA expectations shape every decision. We regularly design for:
- San Antonio: Urban/suburban lots, historic & new builds
- Boerne: Acreage properties and communities like Cordillera Ranch & Esperanza
- New Braunfels: River-adjacent builds and elevation changes
- Dripping Springs: Ranch layouts, trees, and long utility runs
- Wimberley: Creekside sites, ridgelines, and privacy goals
Local knowledge helps us right-size retaining, drainage, and equipment for performance and longevity.
Our Process — What to Expect
- Consultation & Site Review: We discuss goals, budget ranges, and site constraints. Measurements and photos inform the 3D concept.
- 3D Design, Scope & Itemized Proposal: See your pool from every angle. We refine features and materials, then present an itemized proposal and estimated timeline.
- Permitting, Engineering & Pre-Construction Walkthrough: We coordinate permits, structural details, and scheduling. You’ll approve layout on the ground before excavation.
- Build & Quality Milestones Excavation: → steel → plumbing → gunite → tile/coping → decking → utilities/automation → plaster & startup. You’ll receive updates at each milestone.
- Final Walkthrough & Pool School: We balance chemistry, set automation, and train you on care so you’re confident from day one.
Ready to get started? Request your free design consultation.
See Our Work: Featured Pool Gallery
The best way to understand what’s possible is to see it for yourself. Our completed projects showcase the range of designs, features, and materials we’ve used to bring backyard visions to life across San Antonio and the Hill Country.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Trusted by San Antonio Homeowners
Creekside Custom Pools proudly serves San Antonio, Boerne, New Braunfels, Dripping Springs, Wimberley and Central Texas.
- Detailed, process-driven builds designed for Central Texas terrain
- Local team known for communication and craftsmanship
- Fully insured, code-compliant work with manufacturer-backed equipment
- Professional portfolio of completed Hill Country projects
