Custom Gunite Pools in Frisco, TX

No two backyards are the same, and neither are the families using them. A truly custom pool isn't just one you picked from a catalog, it's one designed around your specific yard layout, your lifestyle, and the features that actually matter to you. That's the difference gunite construction makes.

TidalWave Custom Pools specializes in fully custom gunite pool design and construction across Frisco and North Texas. Every project starts from scratch. There are no standard models, no predefined shapes, and no pressure to choose from a limited menu of options.

Whether you're working with a large lot in Starwood or a tighter space in a newer Frisco subdivision, we engineer a design that fits the property and delivers the backyard you've been picturing.

What Makes a Gunite Pool Truly Custom

Shape and Size Without Limits

Gunite is applied wet and forms to any mold, which means there are genuinely no restrictions on shape. Freeform organic designs, geometric lap pools, L-shaped layouts with attached spas, irregular shapes that follow property lines rather than fight them. All of it is achievable.

Features Designed Around Your Life

Tanning ledges for lounging in the sun, built-in benches and steps, swim-up bars, negative edges that disappear into the horizon, grottos, waterfalls, fire bowls, bubblers. We design custom pools with the features you'll actually use, not just what looks good in photos.

Interior Finish Choices That Set the Tone

The interior surface of your pool affects everything, from how the water looks to how long the shell lasts. We offer the full range, from traditional white plaster to premium pebble aggregate finishes, and we walk you through the tradeoffs so you pick the one that fits your budget and preferences.

Why Frisco Homeowners Choose TidalWave

Design Experience Across Every Style

We have built custom gunite pools for homeowners who wanted minimalist modern lines and for families who wanted something that felt like a resort. Our design process works for both. We listen first and bring options to the table based on what you tell us, not what's easiest to build.

Engineering Built for Collin County Soil

The expansive clay soils across the Frisco area require specific engineering considerations that affect how a pool shell is designed and reinforced. We build with those local conditions in mind from day one, which is a key reason our pools hold up over the long term without settling or structural issues.

Paired With Outdoor Living Design

The pool is often just the start. Many of our clients combine their custom pool build with surrounding outdoor living features like covered patios, outdoor kitchens, and pergolas. We coordinate these elements so everything looks intentional and functions as a complete outdoor space.

Our Custom Pool Design and Build Process

• Step 1: Vision Consultation: We meet with you on-site to understand your goals, the space you're working with, and the features you want. This is where we figure out what's possible within your yard and budget.
• Step 2: Custom Design: Our design team produces a detailed pool layout based on your input. We refine the design with you until it's exactly what you want before anything is drawn up for permits.
• Step 3: Permitting: We handle all engineering drawings, structural calculations, and permit applications with the City of Frisco on your behalf.
• Step 4: Excavation and Steel: Digging begins to the engineered specs, followed by rebar installation to form the structural skeleton of the shell.
• Step 5: Gunite Shell: The gunite mixture is applied by our experienced crew, forming the walls and floor to the designed contours and thickness.
• Step 6: Equipment, Plumbing, and Electrical: All mechanical systems are installed, including the pump, filter, heater, lighting, and any automation systems.
• Step 7: Coping, Tile, and Decking: We install the coping and waterline tile, and coordinate the surrounding deck to complete the perimeter of the pool.
• Step 8: Interior Finish and Fill: Your chosen interior surface is applied, the pool is filled, and we commission all equipment and balance the water chemistry before handoff.

Frequently Asked Questions

What design options are available for a custom gunite pool?

The options are genuinely wide open. Shape, depth zones, attached spas, water features, lighting, coping style, interior finish, automation systems, and surrounding deck material are all variables you control. We present options at each stage so decisions feel manageable rather than overwhelming.

How is a custom gunite pool different from a fiberglass pool?

Fiberglass pools come in preset shapes and sizes, manufactured off-site and dropped into your yard. Gunite pools are built entirely on-site from scratch, which means complete control over dimensions, shape, depth, and every feature. They also tend to last longer when properly maintained.

Can I see examples of custom pools you've built in Frisco?

Yes. We maintain a portfolio of completed projects and are happy to share examples during your consultation. In some cases, we can also connect you with past clients in the Frisco area who are willing to let you see their pools in person.

How long does a custom gunite pool build take from design to completion?

From the first design meeting to final startup, most custom gunite pool projects in Frisco take between 12 and 18 weeks. Complex designs or projects with extensive outdoor living features may run longer. We give you a detailed schedule before breaking ground.

Do you handle HOA approval for custom pool designs in Frisco?

We can prepare the documentation and design drawings your HOA typically requires for review. HOA approval processes vary by community, so we recommend starting that process early. We have experience working with Frisco-area HOAs and can guide you through what to expect.

Let's design a pool that's built around your life.