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New Pool Construction

Sarasota Pool Builders

At Ritzcraft Pools & Pavers, we make gunite and shotcrete pool construction and fiberglass pool installation in Sarasota, Charlotte and Manatee Counties collaborative, efficient and completely client-centered to bring your vision for your swimming pool to life. Throughout the concrete pool design and building process, we value clear communication with no surprises, so we will always keep important project details up to date.

We understand the importance of our carefully thought-out approach to your project. We use unique installation methods and fully customizable design options for gunite and shotcrete swimming pools, and we install fiberglass pools.

During your project, our concrete pool designers and construction experts will work with you every step of the way. Read more about the key project steps along with what to expect during each phase of the fiberglass, gunite and shotcrete pool construction process.

Our Vision as Sarasota Pool Builders

Ritzcraft Pools & Pavers is committed to giving you the pool of your dreams. We specialize in custom concrete pools, which have many design possibilities. Our design team will tailor every feature of your pool to your demands. Whether you want custom water features or a sun shelf, we can make it happen. As a result, we’ll turn your backyard into a beautiful oasis where your family can have fun and make memories all summer long.

Our Projects

Browse our gallery of recently finished projects and get inspired!

The Construction Process for Custom-Built Swimming Pools

Our pool design process follows these steps to bring your pool from your dreams into reality:

Step 1

Step 1 — Initial Consultation

  • Present a physical or digital property survey and meet with one of our pool designers to see your vision brought to life via a 3D state-of-the-art software program.
  • This initial consultation and design session is free of charge.
Step 2

Step 2 — Permitting

  • Once you've filled out all required documents, our permitting specialists work side-by-side with engineers to push your plans through to the required city or county so we can start our dig.
Step 3

Step 3 — Pre-Site Visit

  • Lay out location for pool, equipment & deck.
  • Ensure there is proper access to the site.
  • Answer any questions you may have.
Step 4

Step 4 — Layout, Dig & Steel

  • The dig begins.
  • Steel reinforcement is put into place.
  • Rough plumb will be completed.
Step 5

Step 5 — Fiberglass, Gunite or Shotcrete Application

  • We will choose the best quality application based on your job.
  • Our team meticulously shoots the pool to ensure integrity.
Step 6

Step 6 — Plumbing & Grade

  • Strip the forms and rough grade the area.
  • Run underground plumbing lines.
Step 7

Step 7 — Deck & Tile

  • Add tile and coping.
  • Set pavers or travertine.
  • Place and pour footers (if you are receiving a cage).
Step 8

Step 8 — Cage & Equipment

  • Measure and install pool screen (if included).
  • Set equipment where desired.
Step 9

Step 9 — Pool Plaster

  • Clean and prep pool shell for plaster application.
  • Once the plaster is applied, we begin to fill the pool!
Step 10

Step 10 — Pool Startup

  • Add chemicals to balance your pool (it will take one month to completely balance your pool).
  • Do weekly brushing to ensure your surface's warranty.
Step 11

Step 11 — Site Cleanup & Final Walk-Through

  • Clear construction site.
  • Review punch list items to ensure you have the quality you deserve.
Step 12

Step 12 — Pool School

  • Once it's balanced, we will teach you how to maintain your pool.
  • We also add salt during this step, if applicable!
Step 13

Step 13 — Enjoy!

Hoping you have years of enjoyment ahead of you!

Choose Ritzcraft Pools & Pavers for New Pool Construction in Sarasota

Ritzcraft Pools & Pavers is the trusted pool builder in Manatee, Charlotte and Sarasota Counties in Florida. Complete a contact form today for a free quote or more information about our concrete pools. We are excited to work with you as your pool design company!

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What Clients Are Saying About Us


Ritzcraft retiled and resurfaced our spa and pool and retiled our porch. The crews did great work and were very professional. We are picky folks, but they addressed all our questions. Love the finished product!! Brad, Erika, Stephanie, Nelson, Edson, and Jesus all met and exceeded our expectations.

Sandra W.


I can't thank Dave and Ericka enough. They were great to work with and their crew was fantastic. They maintained excellent communication throughout and their crew was punctual and worked continuously from start to finish. Our remodel was somewhat complicated to include busting out concrete, adding a huge sunshelf, several lights, raising to entire pool depth and revamping the plumbing. The end result is amazing and really helps transform our backyard into a tropical oasis.

David J.


We just signed a contract to have Ritzcraft Pools build our new pool. After talking with several other companies in the area Ritzcraft was the best a being responsive, helping with the design work, and walking us through the options for the new addition. Larry was VERY patient with us and everyone was great in helping us pick the various designs. They also explained everything in great detail and worked with us to make the design fit our current Lanai. Thank you everyone at Ritz Craft!

Shawn R.

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View Our Gallery

See some of our best work and get inspired by browsing our portfolio of completed pool projects. Maybe you’ll see some accents or add-ons that you like and want to incorporate into your design plans—great! You are in charge of your custom pool design and we’re happy to work with you to create your ideal aesthetic. Share your design ideas with our expert pool designers and we’ll work with you to finalize your dream layout.