Pool vs. Spa: Which Is Right for Your Backyard?

It's one of the first questions we get on almost every pool project: do I need a pool, a spa, or both? The honest answer depends less on square footage and more on how you'll actually use the space.

When a Spa Alone Makes Sense

If your priority is relaxing, not lap swimming or hosting pool parties, a spa alone can be the right call, especially on a smaller lot. It costs less to build and run, and it's usable year-round, even on cooler nights.

When You Want Both

Most of our larger projects pair a pool and spa together, often with a shared raised wall or spillway between them. That gives you the best of both: a spa for quiet mornings and cool evenings, and a pool for everything else.

What We Actually Look At

Lot size, how often you'll use each one, and your budget all factor in. We'd rather talk you out of a feature you won't use than build something that just looks good on paper.

Not sure which fits your space? That's exactly what a design consultation is for.