Ace Remodeling Completes Custom Pool and Spa Project in Austin, Delivering a Backyard Built for Everyday Living

Newly finished pool and spa combine personalized design, energy-efficient equipment, and smart technology to create a true outdoor retreat

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Ace Remodeling, a premier provider of pool construction in Austin, TX, has completed a custom residential pool and spa project, transforming an underused backyard into a fully realized outdoor retreat. Ace Remodeling managed the project from the first consultation through the final walkthrough, overseeing design, permitting, and construction as a single team.

Demand for backyard pools continues to grow across Central Texas, where long, hot summers make outdoor swimming spaces a popular home upgrade. As established pool builders in Austin, TX, Ace Remodeling has seen homeowners increasingly ask for more than a basic in-ground pool. They want customized designs, integrated spas, quality finishes, and smart features that make their outdoor spaces more functional.

A Backyard the Family Wasn't Using

The homeowners approached Ace Remodeling with an underused backyard that lacked shade, water features, and a comfortable space for spending time outdoors. With Austin summers often exceeding 100 degrees, the family wanted an outdoor space they could comfortably use year-round.

After researching pool and spa builders in Austin, TX, the family chose Ace Remodeling because the company manages design, permitting, and construction without relying on separate contractors. Having one team manage every stage of the project was an important factor in their decision.

“Most of the families we talk to have lived with an empty backyard for years before they finally decide to do something about it,” said Asaf, CEO and Founder of Ace Remodeling. “Once they see what's actually possible — a real spa, a sun shelf, lighting that changes the whole feel of the space at night — the conversation shifts pretty quickly from ‘should we’ to ‘how soon can we start."

A Site With Its Own Set of Requirements

Before design work began, the team evaluated several factors that affected the pool layout:

Expansive Clay Soil

The property's expansive clay soil required a geotechnical evaluation to determine how the pool shell should be engineered.

Limited Backyard Square Footage

Limited backyard space meant the pool, spa, and surrounding hardscaping all had to be planned together rather than treated as separate additions competing for room.

Pool Barrier and Safety Code Requirements

The city's pool barrier and fencing requirements needed to be built into the design from day one, ensuring the finished project would meet code without requiring changes after construction.

Sun Exposure and Shade Positioning

The family wanted a pool for swimming and entertaining, along with an integrated spa that could be used year-round. One of the first things we evaluate on every project, because it dictates how the entire shell gets engineered,” Asaf said. “Skipping that step is how you end up with cracking and settling issues years down the road. We'd rather spend the extra time upfront.”

Understanding What the Family Wanted From the Space

During the initial design consultation, the team walked the property with the homeowners to understand how they envisioned using the finished space. The family wanted a pool large enough for swimming and entertaining, along with an integrated spa that could be used year-round. They also wanted the space to feel resort-quality rather than like a standard backyard pool.

As specialists in custom pool and spa construction in Austin, TX, the team proposed a design featuring a raised spillover spa, a sun shelf for lounging, and a deep end for swimming and recreation.

“Every family we work with has a different idea of what their perfect backyard looks like,” Asaf said. “For this family, it was about building something that felt like a private resort — a spa they could use on a cool evening in December just as easily as the pool gets used in July.”

Designing the Pool Features

With the layout established, the design phase focused on features that improved comfort, functionality, and everyday use. The final plan for this pool and spa design in the Austin, TX, project incorporated several defining elements:

Integrated Spa With Spillover

A raised spa with a spillover feature creates a separate relaxation area while maintaining a visual connection to the main pool.

Sun Shelf and Waterfall Feature

A broad sun shelf finished with in-water loungers was built into the shallow end, paired with a cascading waterfall feature integrated into the spa wall for both sound and visual appeal.

Premium Finishes and Hardscaping

A durable pebble interior surface was chosen for its longevity and natural appearance, paired with custom hardscaping that ties the pool deck visually to the home's existing architecture.

Energy-Efficient Equipment

A variable-speed pump sized to minimize electricity use was installed alongside a high-efficiency heater, keeping the spa comfortable through cooler months without driving up utility costs.

Smart Technology and Integrated Lighting

Smart controls allow homeowners to manage filtration, lighting, and heating from a mobile app. LED lighting throughout the pool, spa, and surrounding areas provides visibility and creates a comfortable evening setting.

Securing Permits and Meeting Austin's Safety Requirements

Because the project involved a permanent in-ground structure and new electrical and gas connections for the heater and lighting systems, it required formal review by the City of Austin before construction could begin. Ace Remodeling's in-house team prepared and submitted structural drawings, equipment specifications, and the required pool barrier plan, managing all rounds of plan-check correspondence directly.

Pool safety requirements were included in the design from the beginning to ensure the project met code. The fencing and barrier system was integrated into the overall backyard design so it would meet Austin's safety requirements without looking like a separate structure layered on top of the finished space.

“Permitting is where a lot of pool projects in Austin stall out, especially around barrier compliance,” Asaf said. “We build the safety requirements into the design from the very beginning, so it's not something we're retrofitting after the fact. That keeps both the timeline and the finished look intact.”

With approval secured, construction began according to the project schedule.

Building the Pool From Excavation to Final Finish

Construction began with excavation, shaping the pool and spa's footprint according to the engineered plans. Steel reinforcement was installed throughout the shell, sized specifically to account for the property's clay soil conditions identified during the earlier geotechnical evaluation.

Gunite was then applied to form the structural shell of both the pool and the raised spa, followed by a standard curing period before the crew moved into plumbing and equipment installation. Circulation lines, the variable-speed pump, the high-efficiency heater, and the spa's spillover plumbing were all installed and pressure-tested to confirm system integrity before any finish work began.

With the shell cured and systems tested, the crew applied the pebble interior finish across the pool and spa, followed by installation of the tile waterline and coping. The custom hardscaping and pool deck were completed next, matching the home's existing exterior, and an LED lighting system was installed throughout the pool, spa, and surrounding hardscape. The pool barrier and fencing system was installed last, completing the safety requirements without disrupting the space's finished aesthetic.

Handing Over a Finished Backyard Retreat

Following final inspections confirming the pool, spa, and barrier system all met code, Ace Remodeling walked the family through the completed project, testing the smart controls, lighting scenes, and heating systems together. The completed pool and spa now provide a functional outdoor space for swimming, relaxation, and entertaining year-round.

“Homeowners in Austin are asking for more out of their backyards than a basic pool used to offer,” said Asaf. “On this project, the goal was to give the family a space that actually gets used every day of the year, not just during the hottest stretch of summer. That's what a well-designed spa and smart lighting really add.”

Asaf added that a custom pool and spa project like this one reflects a broader shift in how Austin homeowners think about outdoor living. “A well-designed pool provides both recreational value and additional enjoyment for homeowners,” he said. “The combination of thoughtful design, durable materials, and modern features creates lasting value for homeowners.”

About Ace Remodeling

Ace Remodeling is a premier provider of pool and spa construction in Austin, TX, specializing in custom pools, integrated spas, waterfalls, sun shelves, and premium hardscaping for residential properties throughout Central Texas. The company's work focuses on creating durable outdoor spaces designed for the Central Texas climate, combining expert craftsmanship with durable, energy-efficient systems.

Committed to personalized design and transparent project management, Ace Remodeling guides Austin homeowners from first consultation through finished project with complete confidence. For homeowners ready to build a custom pool and spa designed around their own vision, Ace Remodeling is the team to call.

Asaf Shoshana
Ace Remodeling
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