Build a backyard around the way you want to live. The Pool Company Construction designs and builds custom concrete inground swimming pools for Richmond homeowners, bringing the pool, patio and surrounding space into one considered plan.
We have been building concrete inground pools in Virginia since 2008 and hold Virginia Class A Contractor License #2705132419. Whether you are beginning with an empty yard or planning around an existing outdoor space, a free at-home consultation is an opportunity to discuss the property, your priorities and the scope of a new pool.
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Virginia pool designs to explore: examples outside Richmond
These completed projects are in Fredericksburg and Stafford, not Richmond. They show our work and give you specific features to discuss. They are design inspiration for your own property, not evidence of a Richmond installation or a standard pool package.
Federal Hill — Fredericksburg, VA
Federal Hill — Fredericksburg, VA. Outside Richmond; shown as Virginia design inspiration.
The Federal Hill project brings a pool and raised brick spa into a downtown garden setting. Its published account documents an infinity edge, a concealed automatic cover and a Badu Swim Jet for swimming in place. The original photograph shows how the pool edge, spa, patio and garden relate to one another.
What to discuss for your backyard: views from the house and seating areas, how the spa connects with the pool, and whether swimming in place is a priority. An infinity edge or cover system requires its own design and approval review; this finished example cannot establish what is appropriate for another site.
Explore the Federal Hill photographs and project details.
McMackin — Stafford, VA
McMackin — Stafford, VA. Outside Richmond; shown as Virginia design inspiration.
The McMackin project pairs a rectangular pool with a raised, stone-faced spa at a riverside property. A broad spillway carries water from the spa into the pool. The photograph shows the straight pool edges, surrounding stone patio and relationship to the home and lawn.
What to discuss for your backyard: pool proportions, patio circulation and the position of a spillover spa. The waterfront setting belongs to this Stafford project; your Richmond property's available space, elevations and access need a separate assessment.
View the complete McMackin pool and spa gallery.
Turn inspiration into a property-specific plan
Choose the features you would use, not just the photograph you like most. Bring gallery links or a short list to your consultation and explain what matters: swimming, spa use, entertaining, shaded seating or views of the water. Our pool design process starts with your property and priorities, then develops a concept for review.
Browse more completed Virginia pools, or request a Richmond pool consultation. We keep each completed project's location separate from the service areas we cover.
Custom inground pool construction in Richmond, VA
Your pool's shape and dimensions should follow its purpose. A homeowner who wants room for swimming may prioritize an uninterrupted stretch of water. A family focused on relaxing and entertaining may place more emphasis on entry steps, seating, a spa and comfortable space around the pool.
Our concrete pool work allows the design to respond to those goals rather than forcing every property into the same configuration. Consider the pool and outdoor space together: where people enter, where they gather, what they see from inside the house and how the patio connects with existing doors or decks. Our pool design service develops concepts for review and revision before construction moves forward.
Richmond pool planning starts with the address
A Richmond-area mailing address can belong to a property in the City of Richmond or a neighboring county. Establish the actual jurisdiction early. The permit process and property-specific zoning review should follow the address, not a general assumption about the metropolitan area.
For a City of Richmond property, the city's published guidance explains that pool placement must meet the underlying zoning district's requirements and that safety barriers are part of the review. Consult the official Richmond planning and development FAQ and Permits and Inspections information for current requirements. For an address outside the city, check with the appropriate locality instead.
During the consultation, tell us your address and whether your property has HOA requirements, easements or other known restrictions. Those details help frame the design conversation before you invest time in a layout that may need substantial changes.
Make room for the pool—and everything around it
The usable backyard is not simply the distance between fences. Existing structures, trees, utilities, changes in elevation and equipment access can all influence the plan. A compact city yard and a larger residential lot may lead to different solutions even when the homeowners want similar pool features.
- Access and excavation: Review how equipment and materials can reach the proposed pool area and which existing improvements need consideration.
- Pool and patio levels: Plan the relationship to the house, steps and surrounding grade rather than deciding on elevations separately.
- Water movement: Discuss drainage around the finished patio and the effect of existing site conditions.
- Equipment and utilities: Identify practical locations and access for maintenance, with the required trade work included in the scope discussion.
- Comfort and visibility: Leave space for seating and circulation, and consider views of the pool from the home.
How to compare Richmond pool construction estimates
Compare what will be built, not just the bottom-line number. Pool dimensions, finishes, equipment and optional features are only part of the scope. Site preparation, access, decking, utility work, barriers and restoration also deserve a clear discussion.
Ask each pool contractor to identify inclusions, exclusions and allowances. Clarify who is responsible for approvals and inspections, how design changes affect the estimate and which decisions need to be made before work begins. A proposal for a pool alone is not directly comparable to one covering a larger backyard project.
There is no single price that accurately describes every Richmond concrete pool. We discuss the property and desired scope before developing a meaningful estimate. If financing is part of your planning, explore our swimming pool financing information.
Richmond pool builder questions
What type of pools do you build?
We specialize in custom concrete inground swimming pools. The design conversation covers the layout, entry, finishes and features that fit your goals and the available space.
Do I need permits for a new pool in Richmond?
A custom inground pool requires review of the applicable permits and approvals. Confirm the property's jurisdiction first, then review the current local guidance. HOA requirements, where applicable, do not replace government approvals.
How much does a custom pool cost?
The estimate depends on the pool design and the full construction scope, including site conditions and surrounding work. Request a property-specific consultation and compare proposals with matching inclusions rather than relying on a generic starting price.
How long does it take to build a pool?
Design revisions, approvals, weather, access and project complexity affect timing. Discuss a realistic schedule for your project once the scope and site have been reviewed. A completion date should not be assumed from another pool's timeline.
Can you help with an existing pool instead?
Yes, we also offer swimming pool renovation services. That page covers improving an existing pool; this page focuses on planning and building a new concrete pool in Richmond.
Can I choose features from these Virginia project examples?
Yes—use the photographs to explain what you like and how you want to use the water. Federal Hill and McMackin are outside Richmond, and their layouts are not templates for every yard. Your design must account for your own space, access, grade and approvals.
Start your Richmond swimming pool project
Tell us where the property is, how you want to use the pool, your preferred features and your planning timeframe. A survey or plat, backyard photographs and any HOA guidelines can help make the consultation more useful.
The Pool Company Construction is based in Fredericksburg and serves Richmond. We do not claim a separate Richmond office. Call 540-834-3743 or request a free at-home consultation to discuss your next step.