Knoxville Pool Construction.
Fiberglass & Gunite, Built to Last.
We build both fiberglass and gunite pools, the two best options for Tennessee backyards. Whether you want a quick install or a completely custom shape, we will help you choose the right pool.
Quick Answer
Building an in-ground pool in Knoxville and East Tennessee runs $70,000 to $350,000+. A fiberglass pool ($70,000 to $190,000+) installs fastest, in about 3 to 4 weeks, while a custom gunite pool ($95,000 to $350,000+) takes about 8 to 12 weeks but offers unlimited shape and features.
- Fiberglass: $70,000 to $190,000+, swim-ready in about 3 to 4 weeks, with the lowest lifetime maintenance.
- Gunite (custom concrete): $95,000 to $350,000+, built on-site over about 8 to 12 weeks in any shape, with the highest resale value.
- Biggest cost drivers: pool size and depth, site access and slope, interior finish, decking, and features like spas, automation, or water features.
- We build both and handle design, permits, and the full build with one point of contact.
How much does it cost to build a pool in Knoxville?
Most in-ground pools run $70,000 to $350,000+. A fiberglass pool is typically $70,000 to $190,000+, while a fully custom gunite pool runs $95,000 to $350,000+ depending on size, finish, and features.
Should I get a fiberglass or gunite pool?
Fiberglass is faster (3 to 4 weeks) and lower-maintenance, ideal for standard shapes and flatter lots. Gunite is built on-site in any shape with unlimited customization and the highest resale value. We build both and will tell you honestly which fits your yard and budget.
Installed in 3 to 4 Weeks.
Fiberglass pools are pre-manufactured shells that we crane into your backyard, level, plumb, and finish. They are the fastest route from dirt to swim, with a smooth, non-porous surface that resists algae.
We are an authorized Imagine Pools dealer, offering shapes from 10'x20' plunge pools up to 16'x40' resort-style designs.
Completely Custom. Limitless Design.
Gunite (shotcrete) pools are built on-site, giving you unlimited freedom in shape, depth, and features. Want a beach entry? A sunken lounge? An infinity edge overlooking the Smokies? Gunite makes it possible.
Every Pool Build Includes:
A clear, itemized scope from day one. Here is what every Morales pool build includes:
Electrical and gas connections are carried as an allowance in your estimate, since the final cost depends on your home's panel, meter, and utility locations. We spell that out clearly up front.
From First Visit to First Swim.
Every Morales pool follows the same clear path, so you always know what is happening and what comes next.
Design & Consultation
It starts with a free on-site visit. We walk your yard, talk budget and goals, and help you choose fiberglass or gunite, then put a real design and itemized scope in front of you before anything is signed.
Permits & Engineering
We pull the permits and handle HOA approvals, and we engineer the excavation and drainage for the ground we actually hit. Knox County sits on limestone, so we plan for sinkholes, voids, and slope instead of being surprised by them.
Excavation & Shell
We dig and grade the site, then either crane-set your fiberglass shell in a single day or form and shoot gunite on-site for a fully custom shape. Plumbing, steel, and the equipment pad go in at this stage.
Decking & Hardscape
Coping and waterline tile frame the water, then the deck goes down, paver, travertine, or porcelain, along with any walls, spa, lighting, or features that make the space yours.
Startup & Handover
We fill and balance the water, commission the equipment and automation, then walk you through everything and hand over care and maintenance so you actually know how to run your pool.
Financing available through HFS Financial
Flexible monthly payments, fast online approval, no home equity required. Options for every budget.
The Morales Pool Difference.
Both Fiberglass & Gunite
We do not push one type over the other. We assess your yard, budget, and goals, then recommend the best option.
Built to Last
Premium materials and proven methods on every build, fiberglass shells from Imagine Pools and engineered gunite construction.
On-Time Delivery
Fiberglass pools in 3 to 4 weeks. Gunite pools in 8 to 12 weeks. We respect your timeline and communicate every step.
Find Your Pool in 4 Questions.
No email, no pressure. Just an honest answer about whether fiberglass or gunite fits you.
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What matters most to you?
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Frequently Asked
How much does it cost to build a pool in Knoxville?+
Most in-ground pools in Knoxville and East Tennessee run $70,000 to $350,000+. A fiberglass pool is typically $70,000 to $190,000+, while a fully custom gunite pool runs $95,000 to $350,000+ depending on size, finish, decking, and features.
Should I get a fiberglass or gunite pool?+
Fiberglass is faster (about 3 to 4 weeks) and the lowest-maintenance option, ideal for standard shapes and flatter lots. Gunite is built on-site in any shape with unlimited customization and the highest resale value. We build both and will tell you honestly which fits your yard and budget.
How long does it take to build a pool?+
A fiberglass pool is usually swim-ready in about 3 to 4 weeks once we break ground; the shell is craned in during a single day. A custom gunite pool takes roughly 8 to 12 weeks because it is formed and cured on-site. Permitting happens before that, and we lay out the full timeline up front.
Do you handle the permits and HOA approvals?+
Yes. We pull the building permits and handle HOA submittals as part of the project, with one local project manager on your build from layout to first swim, so you are not chasing paperwork.
Do pools hold up in East Tennessee winters?+
Yes. We build and winterize pools for our freeze-thaw climate. Fiberglass shells flex with ground movement, and our gunite and decking details are engineered for Knox County soil so nothing heaves or cracks over the seasons.
Can I finance a pool?+
Yes. We offer pool financing so you can spread the investment out. Many homeowners finance the build and treat the monthly payment like adding a room to the house. Ask us and we will point you to the current options.
Are you a licensed pool builder?+
Yes. Morales Outdoor Living holds Tennessee contractor license 77919, is fully insured, and carries a 4.9 star rating across 41 Google reviews, backed by 16+ years building across East Tennessee.
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