Custom Pool Builders in Raleigh, Wake Forest & The Research Triangle
Transform Your Backyard With a Custom Pool
At Carolina Poolscapes, we specialize in building custom in ground swimming pools for homeowners across Raleigh, Wake Forest, Cary, Apex, Durham, and the entire Research Triangle. As a third-generation, family-owned pool construction company, we combine decades of craftsmanship with modern design to create beautiful outdoor living spaces built to last.
Whether you're dreaming of a luxury gunite pool, a fast-install fiberglass pool, or a cost-effective vinyl liner pool, our team works directly with you to design and build a backyard retreat tailored to your property, lifestyle, and budget.
From the first design meeting to the final pool startup, our focus remains the same: high-quality construction, transparent communication, and exceptional attention to detail.
Custom Pools & Outdoor Living Services
Carolina Poolscapes provides complete pool design and construction services throughout the Raleigh area, allowing homeowners to transform their backyard into a fully integrated outdoor living space.
Gunite Pools
Custom-designed gunite and concrete swimming pools offer unmatched durability and design flexibility. Perfect for homeowners who want a one-of-a-kind pool shape with luxury features like tanning ledges, infinity edges, or integrated spas.
Fiberglass Pools
Fiberglass pools are ideal for homeowners who want faster installation and low maintenance. With a smooth gelcoat surface that naturally resists algae, fiberglass pools allow you to spend less time maintaining your pool and more time enjoying it.
Vinyl Liner Pools
Vinyl liner pools provide a fully customizable inground pool at a more affordable price point. Modern vinyl pools offer smooth finishes, flexible designs, and comfortable surfaces that make them a popular option for many North Carolina families.
Plunge Pools & Cocktail Pools
For smaller backyards or urban properties, plunge pools provide a compact yet luxurious solution. These smaller pools are easier to heat, maintain, and integrate into tight outdoor spaces while still delivering the relaxation and beauty of a full pool.
Paver Patios & Hardscapes
Your pool area should feel like a complete outdoor retreat. Our team designs and installs custom paver patios, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, walkways, and retaining walls that complement your pool and elevate your entire backyard.
A 3rd Generation Family Pool Builder
Carolina Poolscapes isn’t a large corporate pool company. We are a third-generation family pool builder with roots in both Florida and North Carolina, bringing over 30 years of experience to every project.
When you choose Carolina Poolscapes, you work directly with the owners of the company. That means:
- Clear communication throughout the project
- Hands-on oversight during construction
- Higher quality control and craftsmanship
- Personalized service from start to finish
Unlike many large pool companies that rely heavily on sales teams and subcontractors, one of our owners is present during the key phases of your pool build, ensuring every detail meets our standards.
Pool Construction Built for North Carolina Conditions
Building pools in the Research Triangle region requires experience with local soil conditions, drainage challenges, and permitting requirements. Our team has extensive experience building pools across:
Raleigh
Wake Forest
Cary
Apex
Durham
Chapel Hill
Holly Springs
Fuquay-Varina
From the clay soils common in North Raleigh to sloped backyards in Cary and Apex, we understand how to engineer pools that remain structurally sound for decades.
Why Homeowners Choose Carolina Poolscapes
Generational Expertise
Our family has been building swimming pools for three generations. That experience allows us to apply proven construction methods that many newer pool companies simply don’t have.
Fully Custom Designs
Every backyard is unique. We design each pool around your space, lifestyle, and vision to ensure the final result feels like a natural extension of your home.
Complete Outdoor Living Solutions
Because we also design and install paver patios and outdoor living features, you don’t have to coordinate multiple contractors.
Owner-Supervised Construction
Unlike many pool companies, your project will be overseen directly by the owners, ensuring quality control from excavation to final startup.
What our customers are saying
exceeded our expectations
"We had an incredible experience with Carolina Poolscapes! This family-owned business truly exceeded our expectations. Steve, in particular, was fantastic—completely upfront about everything from the initial consultation to the costs and the timeline. He even came to our house beforehand to help us understand what was possible within our backyard and budget. The work they did was nothing short of impressive. I couldn't be happier with the results and the quality of the work."
— Larry Blackburn
Steve was great
"Steve was great throughout the whole process of designing and construction of our pool. He has been very helpful post construction with any issues or questions that have arose since."
— Timothy Keene
we love our pool!
"Steve did a great job building our pool. When we started the project we had a general idea of what we wanted the pool to look like, but Steve's vision, along with his associates, elevated the look of the pool and patio area. It turned out better than we envisioned and is simply beautiful! Steve was also very responsive to any concerns we had during the building process, which was very appreciated since we had no prior experience with building or operating a pool. In short, we love our pool! Steve and his team did a wonderful job in making our dream come to life!"
— Stephanie Mitchiner
Ready to get started?
Schedule a free consultation today and discover how a custom concrete pool can transform your backyard into a beautiful and functional outdoor living space.