Our Process

Precision at Every Phase

Building a custom pool is a significant investment. Here's exactly how we make sure yours is perfect — from the first conversation to the day your family dives in.

Start With a Free Consultation
Aerial view of custom pool construction by Paragon Pools in St. George Utah
✓ Free Consultation ✓ Dedicated Project Manager ✓ Clear Communication Every Phase ✓ 8–14 Week Build Timeline
From Dream to Dive

Eight Phases. Zero Surprises.

Every Paragon pool follows the same proven process — because consistency is how we deliver results your family will enjoy for decades.

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Phase One

Discovery Consultation

Everything starts with a conversation. We want to understand your family, how you use your outdoor space, what excites you, and what you've been imagining. We'll visit your property, discuss the possibilities, and answer every question you have.

There's no commitment and no cost — just an honest conversation about what's possible.

⏱ Scheduled within 48 hours of your inquiry
Backyard resort-style pool by Paragon Pools in Southern Utah
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Phase Two

Custom Design

Based on your vision and your property's specific characteristics, our design team creates a custom pool plan tailored to your lifestyle and Southern Utah's unique landscape. You'll see the layout, the features, and the materials — everything — before a single shovel hits the ground.

⏱ 1–2 weeks
Custom pool with spa and water features designed by Paragon Pools
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Phase Three

Permits & Engineering

We handle all permits, engineering plans, and regulatory requirements with Washington County. This is the behind-the-scenes work that most companies rush through — we don't. Every permit filed correctly. Every spec built for Southern Utah's soil.

⏱ 2–4 weeks depending on municipality
Paragon Pools project planning and permitting in Washington County Utah
04
Phase Four

Excavation & Steel

The shape of your pool comes to life. Precision excavation followed by a structural steel framework that forms the backbone of your pool. Our gunite pools are built to last generations — the steel phase is where that longevity begins.

⏱ 1–2 weeks
Aerial view of pool excavation and steel framework by Paragon Pools
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Phase Five

Gunite & Plumbing

The shell of your pool is sprayed with gunite — a concrete application that creates an incredibly strong, flexible structure. All plumbing and electrical are installed to code during this phase, setting up every system your pool will rely on.

⏱ 1–2 weeks
Gunite pool shell construction in Southern Utah by Paragon Pools
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Phase Six

Tile, Coping & Decking

The beauty layer. Tile, coping, and decking transform the structure into the space you've been imagining. Every material is selected for both beauty and durability in Southern Utah's desert climate — because your pool needs to look incredible for decades, not just the first season.

⏱ 2–3 weeks
Custom pool tile and coping installation with rock feature by Paragon Pools
07
Phase Seven

Plaster & Fill

The interior surface is applied, the pool is filled, and your equipment is started up. The water goes in. This is the moment the design becomes real — and the moment your family gets its first look at what the backyard has become.

⏱ 1 week
Completed pool plastered and filled with water by Paragon Pools
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Phase Eight

Final Walkthrough & Handoff

We walk through everything with you — equipment operation, maintenance basics, warranty details. Then we hand you the keys to your new backyard. The only thing left is to jump in.

⏱ Total build: 8–14 weeks from groundbreaking
Family ready for first swim in completed custom Paragon pool
By the Numbers

What to Expect

8

Defined Phases

Every project follows the same proven process — no guesswork, no surprises.

48h

Consultation Response

We schedule your free property visit within 48 hours of your inquiry.

14wk

Max Build Time

Most custom gunite pools complete in 8–14 weeks from groundbreaking.

100%

Custom Design

No templates. No molds. Every pool designed for your property and vision.

Start Phase One

Ready to Begin?

The first phase is free. We'll visit your property, talk through your vision, and map out what's possible. No pressure, no commitment — just the conversation that starts every great pool.