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Knowing what to expect removes the stress. Here’s what happens step by step. Stage 1: Design Consultation (Week 1) Site visit, measurements, design discussion. Detailed proposal within 5 business days. Stage 2: Approvals (Weeks 2-4) DA preparation, engineering drawings, council lodgement. 2-4 weeks typical. Stage 3: Excavation (1-2 days) The dramatic stage — your hole […]

After building hundreds of pools across Brisbane, here are the 10 features our clients consistently rate as their best decisions. 1. Gas Heating — The #1 Feature Cost: $4,000 – $7,000. Running: $40-$80/month in winter. If you add one feature, make it this. 2. Salt Chlorinator $1,500 – $3,000. Water feels softer, less chemical smell,

Pool fencing in Queensland isn’t optional — it’s the law. Here’s the complete guide for 2026. Key Requirements Fence Height Minimum 1200mm from finished ground level on the outside. No climbable objects within 900mm. Construction No gaps greater than 100mm. No horizontal rails on the outside. Bottom no more than 100mm above ground. Gates Self-closing

If you’re researching pool prices in Brisbane, getting a straight answer is harder than it should be. Here’s an honest breakdown based on 20+ years of building them. Concrete Pool Prices in Brisbane — 2026 Pool Type Size Cost (ex. GST) Plunge pool 3m × 2m $35,000 – $50,000 Small pool 5m × 3m $45,000

Brisbane’s climate means your pool is swimmable without heating for roughly 8 months of the year. But if you want it year-round — or want to extend those shoulder months — here’s what actually works. Do Brisbane Pools Need Heating? The average Brisbane water temperature without heating: Summer (Dec–Feb): 28–32°C — no heating required, often

If you’re looking at an older pool — or you’ve just bought a property with one — you’ll face a choice: renovate what’s there, or start fresh. Here’s how we think about it. When Renovation Makes Sense Renovation is the right call when the structure is sound and you’re mainly dealing with cosmetic and equipment

The pool is built. The water is in. Now what does it actually cost to run? This is the question most Brisbane homeowners don’t ask until after the build. Here’s the honest answer. Annual Running Cost Estimates (Brisbane) Cost Category Annual Estimate Notes Chemicals (saltwater) $300–$600 Salt bags + balancing chems Chemicals (manual chlorine) $600–$1,200

Pool design in Brisbane has shifted significantly over the last five years. The pools being built right now look nothing like what was popular in 2015. Here’s what we’re seeing in our consultations and builds in 2026. 1. Dark Pebble Finishes Dominate White and light grey plaster finishes are giving way to deep charcoal and

Pool fencing is non-negotiable in Queensland — and the rules are specific. Get it wrong and your pool won’t pass inspection. Here’s everything you need to know before you build. Queensland Pool Fencing Law In Queensland, all in-ground pools must be enclosed by a compliant pool safety barrier under the Building Act 1975 and the

The saltwater vs chlorine debate comes up in almost every pool consultation we do. Here’s the straight answer, without the marketing spin. What’s the Actual Difference? A “saltwater pool” is still a chlorine pool. The difference is how the chlorine is produced. A salt chlorinator converts dissolved salt (sodium chloride) in the water into chlorine