✓ Master Pool Contractor · CSLB Class C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor
Luxury Custom Pool Builder & Contractor in Los Angeles
Searching for premier custom swimming pool builders near me in Los Angeles? Clear Pool Builders specializes in custom inground gunite pools, hillside vanishing-edge engineering, luxury plunge pools, and complete outdoor living environments across Sherman Oaks, Encino, and the greater LA basin.
Clear Pool Builders is a licensed custom swimming pool contractor and backyard architectural firm headquartered in Sherman Oaks, CA. We design and build luxury inground gunite pools, zero-edge infinity poolscapes, modern cocktail plunge pools, and complete pool remodels across Los Angeles County.
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Recent Custom Pool Builds & Architectural Estates
Every project is engineered, permitted, and built by our in-house master contractors across the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles County.
42' Hillside Negative-Edge Horizon Pool & Fire Pillars
Drilled 28-foot friction caissons anchored to bedrock, laser-leveled vanishing weir wall, automated subterranean surge balancing tank, and dual natural gas fire bowls.
📍 Sherman Oaks, CA · Longridge Estates$165,000 Turnkey
Resort Pool, Baja Tanning Shelf & ADU Integration
Turnkey pool construction coordinated with modern detached ADU guest house. Features custom sunshelf with umbrella sleeve, smooth limestone pavers, and Title 24 LED landscape lighting.
📍 Calabasas, CA · Bell Canyon$210,000 Turnkey
Twilight LED Pool with Raised Spillover Spa & Fire Bowls
Architectural nighttime entertainment oasis featuring elevated perimeter-overflow spa, natural basalt fire features, smartphone automation, and dual multi-tier spillway cascades.
📍 Studio City, CA · Silver Triangle$130,000 Turnkey
45' Contemporary Lap Pool & Sheer Descent Water Wall
Clean minimalist geometry with integrated floating flagstone steps, continuous slate sheer descent water wall, in-floor automated cleaning system, and high-efficiency hybrid gas heater.
📍 Sherman Oaks, CA · Longridge$95,000 Turnkey
Modern Cocktail Plunge Pool with Baja Tanning Shelf
Compact 12' × 22' urban lot design with 9-inch sunshelf, in-water ledge loungers, rapid 400k BTU hybrid gas heating, and sleek Italian porcelain deck surrounds.
🏗️ Turnkey Engineering Lifecycle
From Groundbreak to First Dive: The 4-Phase Build Process
Every Clear Pool Builders installation is built by in-house CSLB Class C-53 master tradesmen. Follow our verified engineering sequence from initial earthwork to completed backyard resort.
Phase 01Week 1 – 2
MILESTONE 01Days 1–10
Precision Excavation & Geotechnical Grading
Our operators execute laser-calibrated depth cuts and structural bench terracing according to approved civil engineering plan sets.
✓Laser-guided depth profiles & bench carving
✓LADBS property boundary & setback verification
✓Geotechnical soils compaction & bedrock testing
Phase 02Week 3 – 4
MILESTONE 02Days 11–22
Grade 60 Structural Steel & Hydraulic Plumbing
Continuous #4 and #5 high-tensile steel rebar grids form the structural skeleton, with heavy-duty Schedule 40 PVC hydraulic circulation loops.
Cinematic 3D Drone Topography & LiDAR Site Feasibility
Before breaking ground on any San Fernando Valley or hillside property, our licensed drone pilots capture centimeter-accurate 3D aerial topography. We map property line setbacks, mature oak tree canopies, and bedrock slope moments—delivering a photorealistic 3D day/night walkthrough and city-ready engineering plan set.
Every custom gunite and plunge build includes 3D architectural plans, LADBS municipal permits, Grade 60 rebar, and Title 24 commissioning.
Table 1: Turnkey Service Cost & Timeline Summary
Core Service
Average Cost Range
Estimated Duration
Primary Benefit
Custom Inground Gunite Pools
$85,000 - $220,000
8 - 14 Weeks
Custom-engineered residential gunite pools built with continuous Grade 60 steel rebar, 4,500 PSI shotcrete, and premium pebble interior finishes
Luxury Infinity & Negative-Edge Pools
$185,000 - $650,000
12 - 20 Weeks
Architectural negative-edge poolscapes engineered for hillside estates with custom weir walls, auto-fill surge basins, and automated fire features
Modern Cocktail & Plunge Pools
$75,000 - $115,000
6 - 10 Weeks
Space-efficient luxury plunge and cocktail pools featuring integrated Baja sunshelves, rapid heating systems, and minimalist architectural aesthetics
Complete Pool Remodeling & Resurfacing
$45,000 - $125,000
3 - 6 Weeks
Transform aging pools into modern resort retreats with micro-pebble interior finishes, Italian waterline glass tiles, and app-controlled equipment
🔍 Key Questions & Sub-Intents
What Homeowners & Property Owners Ask About Sherman Oaks Swimming Pool Construction & Remodeling
Direct, verified answers to the top pricing, permitting, timeline, and diagnostic queries.
❓ How much does a custom inground gunite pool cost in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Turnkey custom gunite swimming pools range from $75,000 for compact cocktail plunge pools to $650,000+ for complex hillside infinity pools. Every build includes 3D CAD design, structural engineering, Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) permit processing, Grade 60 rebar, and Title 24 energy-efficient pumps.
❓ Do I need a building permit to construct a swimming pool in California?
Yes. California building codes require a structural building and safety permit, soils engineering verification, and Title 24 compliance. As a licensed CSLB Class C-53 swimming pool contractor, Clear Pool Builders coordinates all civil engineering plan sets, setback checks, and city inspection stages.
❓ Can you build an infinity pool on a steep hillside or slope in Los Angeles County?
Yes. Hillside pool engineering requires geotechnical core sampling, deep friction caissons drilled into competent bedrock, and moment-resisting grade beams designed under Los Angeles Baseline Hillside Ordinances.
❓ How long does custom pool construction take from excavation to water fill?
A standard custom gunite build takes 8 to 14 weeks from permit issuance, depending on site excavation complexity, plumbing inspections, shotcrete shell curing, and premium plaster finish application.
❓ Can I get financing for a $75,000 to $500,000 custom pool?
Yes. We partner with specialized swimming pool lenders (Lyon Financial, HFS Financial, and Hearth) providing unsecured and home-equity pool loans from $549/month with terms up to 20 years and zero prepayment penalties.
Comprehensive 2026 cost breakdown for custom gunite swimming pools across Los Angeles County, including excavation, steel, shotcrete, soil engineering, and LADBS permits.
A master builder's guide to combining an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and custom swimming pool in Los Angeles, covering LADBS setback rules, powerline clearances, and utility synergy.
Complete contractor guide explaining LADBS swimming pool building permit requirements, engineering plan checks, setback rules, soils reports, and inspection stages.
Master CSLB C-53 pool designers on standby across Sherman Oaks, Encino, Studio City, Calabasas, and Los Angeles. Fast 3D CAD modeling & transparent milestone contracts.
