Pools made for New Braunfels living.
New Braunfels is home. As a locally based custom and luxury swimming pool builder — and a full-service pool contractor in New Braunfels — we handle everything from custom backyard design to new inground pool construction across Veramendi, Vintage Oaks, Gruene, and the neighborhoods along the Guadalupe and Comal — backyards shaped by Hill Country light, river breezes, and long Texas summers.
Because we live and work here, we know the soil, the slopes, and the HOAs. Every pool is engineered to its exact site and finished in durable PebbleTec — a resort-level retreat that belongs to your land.
As a firefighter-owned, family-operated and Google Guaranteed custom gunite pool builder in New Braunfels, TX, we bring the same discipline and follow-through to your backyard that we bring to the firehouse. From the first 3D design to your first swim, one local team designs, permits, engineers, and builds your New Braunfels pool — no out-of-town subcontractors guessing at Comal County conditions. When neighbors search for a pool builder near them in New Braunfels, this is the best-reviewed local crew they find.
Custom pools in every New Braunfels neighborhood.
New Braunfels is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, and its backyards are as varied as its terrain — from gated Hill Country estates with long limestone views to established riverfront lots a short walk from the Guadalupe and Comal. We design and build custom gunite pools throughout Comal County and into the surrounding communities below.
Veramendi
A flagship master-planned community off SH 46, with generous lots and architectural-review standards. We design pools that satisfy Veramendi's HOA guidelines while making the most of its elevated Hill Country lots.
Vintage Oaks
One of the Hill Country's best-selling acreage communities along the scenic SH 46 corridor. Big lots and long views call for infinity edges, raised spas, and full outdoor-living programs.
Gruene & Historic District
Mature trees, established homes, and tighter lots near the Guadalupe. We work carefully around access, heritage trees, and existing structures to drop in a pool that fits the setting.
Guadalupe & Comal Riverfront
Riverfront and floodplain-adjacent lots demand careful grading, drainage, and engineering. We build pools that respect the water table and the view at the same time.
Mayfair, Havenwood & River Chase
Growing family neighborhoods east and north of town. Family-friendly designs with tanning ledges, bubblers, and shallow lounging zones are favorites here.
Comal County Acreage
From Bulverde-adjacent ranchettes to hilltop estates, large rural lots let us go big — negative edges, grottos, swim-up bars, and resort decks engineered for limestone and slope.
Pools we've built across New Braunfels.
Hill Country Soil & Slopes
Limestone, clay, and riverfront grades demand real engineering. We run soil studies and design each structure to its exact New Braunfels lot.
Permits & HOA, Handled
From City of New Braunfels and Comal County permits to Veramendi and Vintage Oaks HOA approvals — we manage every form.
Designed for River Living
Guadalupe and Comal lots get pools that work with the view, the drainage, and the way Texas families live outdoors.
New Pool Construction
Custom gunite and inground pools — free-form, geometric, infinity, and perimeter-overflow.
Learn more →Spas & Water Features
Raised spas, sheer descents, scuppers, and grottos with slides.
Learn more →Outdoor Living
Decking, pergolas, fire, and kitchens that extend the home outdoors.
Learn more →Pool Renovation
Resurfacing, retiling, and full PebbleTec reimaginings of older pools.
Learn more →What it takes to build here — and why local knowledge matters.
Building a swimming pool in New Braunfels is not the same as building one on the flat, sandy lots of the coast. Comal County sits where the Edwards Plateau meets the Blackland Prairie, which means a single property can transition from shallow topsoil over solid limestone to expansive clay within a few feet. Get the engineering wrong and a pool can shift, crack, or settle. Get it right — as we do on every build — and you have a structure that holds true for decades. Below is an honest look at what goes into a custom pool in our area, and why hiring a local builder protects your investment.
Hill Country soil & limestone
New Braunfels lots commonly sit on shallow soil over limestone bedrock, with pockets of expansive clay. We commission a site-specific soil study and engineer the shell, steel schedule, and footings to match — so your pool resists the seasonal shrink-swell that cracks under-engineered structures.
Slopes, drainage & retaining
Many of the area's best views come with grade. We design retaining walls, raised beams, and drainage that turn a sloped lot into a dramatic infinity-edge or multi-level pool, while keeping runoff and erosion under control during our heavy spring storms.
Permits, HOA & engineering
We manage City of New Braunfels and Comal County permits, stamped structural engineering, and HOA architectural approvals for communities like Veramendi and Vintage Oaks. You never chase paperwork — it is part of the build.
Texas heat, sun & water
Long, hot summers shape smart design: efficient variable-speed pumps, optional heaters and chillers, generous shade and shelf seating, and PebbleTec finishes that hold up to UV, hard water, and year-round use without fading or etching.
Transparent pricing, no surprises.
Every backyard is different, so every quote is built from your site, your design, and the features you want — never a templated number. As a guide, here is what custom gunite pool projects typically run in the New Braunfels and Comal County market. For a deeper breakdown, read our 2026 custom pool cost guide, or explore pool financing options.
A true custom gunite pool with a clean geometric or freeform shape, PebbleTec finish, and essential equipment — engineered for your lot, not a stock template.
The most popular range in New Braunfels: a larger pool with a raised spa, water features, tanning ledge, LED lighting, and smart automation.
A complete backyard resort — infinity edges, grottos, expansive decking, outdoor kitchens, fire features, and full outdoor-living architecture.
Figures are typical ranges for the New Braunfels area and include design, engineering, permitting, and PebbleTec finish. Final pricing depends on size, depth, access, soil, and selected features. We provide a clear, line-item proposal before any work begins.
From first sketch to first swim.
A New Braunfels pool typically takes eight to fourteen weeks of construction once permits are approved, depending on size, weather, and features. Here is the path your project follows — and our project manager keeps you informed at every stage. See our full week-by-week pool build timeline.
Design & 3D rendering
We meet at your home, study the lot, and translate your vision into a photorealistic 3D design so you can see and refine your pool before a shovel touches the ground.
Engineering & permits
We finalize structural engineering, pull City of New Braunfels and Comal County permits, and secure HOA approval — all handled by our team.
Excavation & gunite shell
We dig, set steel, run plumbing and electrical, and pneumatically place the gunite shell that gives your pool its permanent strength.
Tile, decking & features
Waterline tile, coping, decking, and water features go in, followed by your outdoor-living elements — kitchens, pergolas, and fire.
PebbleTec finish & startup
We apply your PebbleTec interior, fill the pool, balance the water, commission the automation, and walk you through ownership. Then you swim.
5.0 stars, and counting.
Rated 5.0 on Google · Google Guaranteed · BBB accredited
From start to finish it was a pleasure working with J. Oliver — informative, responsive, with top-notch workmanship from every subcontractor.
Josh and Shan went above and beyond to bring my dream pool to life. This is my third pool, and by far the best experience I've had.
An easy, hassle-free build from start to finish — very knowledgeable, and they customized the pool just perfectly.
Building a pool here, answered.
How much does a custom pool cost in New Braunfels?+
Most custom gunite pools in New Braunfels start around $60,000, with the most popular signature builds running $75,000–$150,000 once you add a spa, water features, lighting, and automation. Full estate backyards run higher. We provide a transparent, line-item proposal so there are no surprises — and we offer pool financing to fit a range of budgets.
How long does it take to build a pool in New Braunfels?+
After permitting and HOA approval, construction typically takes eight to fourteen weeks depending on size, features, weather, and site access. Our project manager keeps you updated at every milestone, from excavation to your PebbleTec finish and first swim.
Do you build pools on Guadalupe and Comal River lots?+
Yes — river and sloping lots are some of our favorite projects. We handle the engineering, retaining walls, and drainage required to build a safe, lasting pool on New Braunfels riverfront and hillside properties, and we design around the floodplain and water table where needed.
Do you handle HOA approval for Veramendi and Vintage Oaks?+
Absolutely. We manage the full approval process for New Braunfels HOAs including Veramendi and Vintage Oaks, along with all City of New Braunfels and Comal County permits and stamped structural engineering.
How does Comal County soil affect my pool build?+
New Braunfels sits on shallow soil over limestone bedrock with pockets of expansive clay that require proper soil studies and engineering. As a local builder, we design every pool's structure to its specific site so it resists seasonal movement and stays true for decades.
What kind of pools do you build?+
We build fully custom gunite pools — freeform, geometric, infinity-edge, and perimeter-overflow — along with raised spas, tanning ledges, grottos, and water features. We also design complete outdoor-living spaces with decking, pergolas, kitchens, and fire features.
Are you licensed, insured, and reviewed?+
Yes. J. Oliver Pools is a firefighter-owned, family-operated company that is Google Guaranteed, BBB accredited, a PebbleTec Elite builder, and rated 5.0 stars on Google. You are working with a credentialed local team, not an out-of-town crew.
Do you offer pool financing?+
Yes. We work with financing partners to offer flexible options so you can spread the cost of your New Braunfels pool over time. Visit our financing page or ask during your design consultation.
Are you a full-service pool builder and pool contractor in New Braunfels?+
Yes. J. Oliver Pools is a custom, luxury, and inground swimming pool builder and licensed pool contractor based in New Braunfels, TX. We handle new pool construction from design through first swim — building custom gunite swimming pools, spas, and outdoor living — and our 5.0-star Google rating is why many homeowners consider us among the best pool builders in New Braunfels.
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