Our Process

21 steps. 4 county inspections. 8 to 12 weeks.

Every stage documented. Every inspection verified. Every decision yours.

A typical Acqua Bella project runs three to four weeks of permitting, then eight to twelve weeks of construction broken into eight stages and punctuated by four county inspections. What follows is exactly what happens, in order.

The Build

The eight stages, and the four inspections that punctuate them.

We break pool construction into eight clear stages so you always know where your project stands. A Pasco County inspector verifies the work at four points: before the steel is concreted, before the plumbing is buried, before the deck is poured, and before the pool is filled. Every project starts with full scope and line-item pricing documented on paper.

architecture
Stage 01
Steps 1-2

Design & Permits

schedule 3-4 weeks

Your vision becomes a blueprint, and we handle all the paperwork with the county.

check We design your pool together: shape, depth, features, and materials
check You receive 3D renderings before anything is approved
check We submit your permit to the county within 7 days of signing
check We coordinate HOA approval if your community requires it
fence
Stage 02
Steps 3-4

Site Preparation

schedule 1-2 days

Your yard is prepped and the pool location is confirmed before any digging starts.

check Safety fencing goes up around the work area
check Sod and landscaping are removed from the footprint
check We stake the pool outline and walk the layout with you
check You approve the exact placement before a single shovel hits the ground
landscape
Stage 03
Steps 5-7

Excavation & Steel

schedule 1-2 weeks

The hole is dug, the steel skeleton is installed, and a county inspector verifies the structure.

check Excavation is done to the engineered specifications
check A high-density rebar cage is installed per your structural plan
check Plumbing pipes are pre-positioned underground
check County inspector reviews the steel before any concrete is placed
verified County Inspection
water
Stage 04
Steps 8-9

Shotcrete Shell

schedule 1 week

The concrete shell is formed using the shotcrete method, stronger than dry-mix gunite.

check Shotcrete is a wet-mix concrete, more dense and structurally stronger than dry-mix gunite
check Concrete is applied at high pressure to form the walls, floor, and any bench areas
check The shell cures for several days before work continues
check Built-in spas, tanning ledges, and bench walls are formed at this stage
plumbing
Stage 05
Steps 10-13

Underground Systems

schedule 1-2 weeks

All plumbing and electrical runs underground before the deck goes in.

check Main drains, return lines, and skimmer plumbing are connected
check Electrical conduit is run for lights, pump, and equipment pad
check Gas lines are installed if you have a gas heater
check County plumbing and electrical inspector verifies all underground work
verified County Inspection
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Stage 06
Steps 14-17

Tile, Coping & Deck

schedule 2-3 weeks

Your pool gets its waterline tile, coping stones, and the deck you walk on every day.

check Waterline tile is installed, the decorative band at the water line
check Coping stones cap the beam and give the pool its finished edge
check Deck footers are inspected by the county before the deck is poured
check Deck is installed in your chosen material: travertine, standard pavers, or porcelain
verified County Inspection
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Stage 07
Steps 18-20

Equipment & Finish

schedule 1-2 weeks

Your Pentair equipment is installed, the county completes its final inspection, and the interior finish goes in.

check Pentair IntelliFlo 3 pump, filter, and IntelliCenter automation installed
check Salt system, heater, or other add-ons connected and tested
check County completes the final mechanical, electrical, and structural inspection
check Pebble Sheen or PebbleTec interior finish applied; your color selection is made here
verified County Inspection
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Stage 08
Steps 21

Startup & Handoff

schedule 1-2 days

Your pool is filled, the equipment is programmed, and we walk you through everything.

check Pool is filled and water chemistry is balanced for startup
check Every piece of equipment is activated and tested through the IntelliCenter app
check We walk you through the app, controls, and how to maintain your system
check You receive your warranty documents and a direct contact for any service questions
Warranties

Three warranties, in writing.

The interior finish is covered for life by the manufacturer. Pentair backs the equipment for three years. Our crew backs the labor for two. All three are written into your contract before a shovel touches the ground.

Lifetime Interior Finish

Pebble Sheen / PebbleTec

3 Year Equipment

Pentair Manufacturer

2 Year Labor

Acqua Bella Workmanship

Keep reading

You have the process. Three more questions are usually next.

01 · Cost What this actually costs → 02 · Credentials Verify our three licenses → 03 · Financing How homeowners finance a build →