Summer 2026: Lead Times, Availability & What's Trending
This is a running update on where things stand this season across New Braunfels, Boerne, San Antonio and Canyon Lake — current build lead times, crew availability, and the features homeowners are asking for most.
Current lead times
New gunite pool contracts signed this month are entering the schedule for late-summer excavation, with most projects reaching plaster before winter. Renovation and spa-only projects move faster and can often start within a few weeks, since they don't compete for the same excavation and gunite crews as new builds.
Fall and winter builds still make sense
It is not too late to start. Design and permitting can begin immediately, and the Hill Country's mild fall and winter make for some of the smoothest excavation and gunite conditions of the year. A project started now is typically finished and curing well ahead of next summer.
What's trending this season
- Raised spas with spillways — a warm soak in cooler months and a water feature year-round.
- Shade structures over tanning ledges — pergolas and cabanas positioned to keep the shallow end usable through the hottest part of the day.
- Full outdoor kitchens — homeowners are extending the pool budget into the surrounding living space rather than treating it as a separate project.
Where crews are working now
Active crews are on-site across New Braunfels, Bulverde, Spring Branch, and Canyon Lake, with renovation work concentrated in older Boerne and Fair Oaks Ranch neighborhoods. If your lot is in one of these areas, a site visit can typically be scheduled within the week.
Frequently asked questions
How far out are you booking pool builds right now?
As of this update, new gunite pool contracts signed today are entering the schedule for late-summer excavation, with most projects reaching plaster by winter. Renovation and spa-only projects move faster and can often start within a few weeks.
Is it too late to start a pool project this year?
No. Design and permitting can begin immediately, and excavation continues through the Hill Country's mild fall and winter months, so a pool started now is typically ready to swim well before next summer.
What pool features are most requested this season?
Raised spas with spillways, shade structures over tanning ledges, and full outdoor kitchens are the most requested additions this summer, as Hill Country homeowners look to extend how many months a year they use the backyard.
Get on the schedule.
Tell us about your lot and timeline. We'll confirm current availability and start with a custom 3D design.