Custom Swimming Pools
Designed for Texas Living.
Luxury PebbleTec gunite pools, spas, and outdoor living — crafting your personal vacation spot right in your backyard.
Elevate your outdoor living.
At J. Oliver Pools, we're not just building pools — we're crafting your personal vacation spot right in your backyard. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all pools or rushed builds.
Our approach is intentional, personal, and rooted in collaboration — because your backyard should feel like it was designed with you, not just for you. Serving New Braunfels, Boerne, San Antonio, and South Central Texas.
It's why homeowners searching for a top pool builder or a pool builder near me across the Hill Country keep landing on our 5.0-star reviews — and why so many call us first for pool renovation on an aging pool, too.
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J. Oliver Pools is a Google Guaranteed, BBB-accredited, PebbleTec Elite custom pool builder in New Braunfels, Texas — designing and building luxury PebbleTec gunite pools, spas, and outdoor living for New Braunfels, Boerne, San Antonio, and the South Central Texas Hill Country.
"Josh and Shan truly went above and beyond to bring my dream pool to life."
"From start to finish it was a pleasure working with J Oliver! Top notch workmanship."
"Very easy to work with and very knowledgeable — customized my pool just perfectly."
- Specialty
- Custom gunite pools, spas & outdoor living
- Headquarters
- New Braunfels, TX
- Service Area
- New Braunfels · Boerne · San Antonio · South Central Texas
- Finish
- PebbleTec Elite Builder
- Recognition
- Google Guaranteed · BBB · 5.0★ Google
Backed by Google Guarantee
Awarded only to businesses that pass Google's rigorous screening — background checks, license verification, and insurance validation.
Top 3 Pool Builder
Recognized among the top swimming pool contractors in New Braunfels, Texas — and BBB accredited.
5-Star Reviewed
Five-star rated on Google by homeowners across South Central Texas, with financing available on every build.
Read Reviews on GoogleEvery safeguard, spelled out.
From licensing to permitting to what happens after we leave — here's exactly what protects your investment.
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured in Texas. Proof of coverage provided before any work begins.
Every build is backed by our written workmanship warranty, plus manufacturer warranties on PebbleTec finishes and Pentair/Jandy equipment.
We pull every city permit and manage HOA approvals ourselves — you never navigate the paperwork alone.
Family-operated and firefighter-owned since 2022 — the same accountability we bring to the firehouse, we bring to your backyard.
Flexible financing through Lyon Financial and Viking Capital lets you build now and pay over time, with terms reviewed before you sign anything.
Every project is quoted in writing, itemized, with no hidden fees or last-minute change orders sprung on you mid-build.
Engineered for the way you live.
Every system below is tailored to your design — from quiet, hands-off automation to show-stopping water features.
Smart Automation
Run filtration, heating, and lighting from your phone — your pool quietly takes care of itself.
Color LED Lighting
Programmable underwater and landscape lighting that turns every dusk into an occasion.
Heating & Chillers
High-efficiency heaters and summer chillers keep the water perfect in any season.
Water Features
Sheet-falls, bubblers, deck jets, and grotto waterfalls tuned to exactly the right sound.
Tanning Ledges
Baja shelves and in-water loungers built for sun-soaked afternoons in the shallows.
Saltwater Sanitation
Gentle, low-maintenance salt systems that keep water silky and crystal clear.
PebbleTec — the world's most trusted pool finish.
As a PebbleTec Elite Builder, we finish every pool in durable, brilliant aggregate that gives the water its jewel-like depth and color — from French Grey to the boldest blues. Levels of finish vary in price.
Explore Finishes →Our craftsmanship.
From bare yard to backyard resort.
Drag the handle to reveal the transformation. Every project starts as a blank canvas.
Reviewed five stars,
again and again.
“From start to finish it was a pleasure working with J Oliver! I was delighted that they were informative and responsive to my needs and my wife's requests. The workmanship from all of their subcontractors was top notch — I'm sure to make my strongest recommendation to friends and neighbors.”
“Josh and Shan truly went above and beyond to bring my dream pool to life. Their honest, consistent communication throughout the entire process made all the difference. This is my third pool, and by far this was the best experience I've had.”
“Want an easy hassle free pool built? Choose J. Oliver. Very easy to work with and very knowledgeable. Told them what was most important to me and they customized my pool just perfectly.”
“Cannot thank J. Oliver and team for turning our dream into a daily reality and joy we share with family and friends. Two-plus years in and the pool still glistens brightly like the day it was finished.”
“Shan & Josh built our family the pool of our dreams!! We've had nothing but compliments, great times & amazing memories so far!! Thank you — 10 stars!!”
Honest pricing. No surprises.
Every J. Oliver build is quoted line by line, so you know exactly what you are investing in — and what you are not. No vague allowances, no mid-project surprises. Here is what vague contract language costs Hill Country homeowners, and the full 2026 New Braunfels pool cost breakdown.
Custom gunite builds start at $60K and scale with size, finishes, and features — and we walk you through every line of your quote.
Build now and pay over time through our trusted lending partners. Ask us about monthly payment options.
FinancingFrom backyard daydream to sparkling reality.
Design and approvals take a few weeks. Construction runs about 10–12 weeks from breaking ground. See the build week by week.
Contact Us
Call (830) 244-7665 or fill out our online form to get started.
Consultation & Site Assessment
We discuss your vision, budget, and preferences, then visit your property to measure the yard and find the perfect spot.
Custom 3D Design
See exactly what your new oasis will look like before we break ground.
Engineering, Permits & HOA
Soil studies, engineering, city permits, and HOA submittals — all handled in-house.
Construction & First Swim
Excavation, steel, plumbing, gunite, tile and coping, decking, then PebbleTec and startup.
The questions worth asking before you sign are on how to choose a pool builder in the Hill Country.
Questions about building a pool.
Who is the best pool builder near me in New Braunfels? +
J. Oliver Pools is a top-rated, firefighter-owned custom pool builder based in New Braunfels and serving the Texas Hill Country. We are rated 5.0 stars on Google, Google Guaranteed, BBB accredited, and a PebbleTec Elite builder — a luxury pool company trusted across Comal, Guadalupe, Kendall, and Bexar counties.
How much does a custom pool cost, and what's included? +
Custom gunite pools in New Braunfels typically start around $60,000, with most mid-range builds running $75,000–$150,000 depending on size, finish, and features like spas or water features. Every project is quoted transparently — no hidden fees or last-minute surprises. See our full 2026 cost guide for a detailed breakdown.
What is the typical construction timeline? +
A typical custom build runs about 10–12 weeks of construction once permits and HOA approvals are complete. Weather and complexity play a role, and our project management means you'll always know what's happening and when, from breaking ground to your first swim.
What about permitting and HOA approvals? +
We take care of all the details, from city permits to neighborhood HOA paperwork. You'll never have to navigate the red tape alone.
