Pool Builder in Boerne, TX
Kendall County’s Trusted Pool Builder — Serving Boerne, Cordillera Ranch & the I-10 Hill Country Corridor Since 2007 — No Sub-Contractors, Ever
Custom Pool Builder Serving Boerne & Kendall County, Texas
From the premier gated estates of Cordillera Ranch and Limestone Ranch to the master-planned communities of Esperanza and Menger Springs along the I-10 corridor, Fossil Creek Pools has been building award-winning custom pools for Boerne homeowners since 2007. As a third-generation, family-owned Hill Country builder, we know Kendall County’s limestone terrain, Cordillera Ranch’s strict ARC requirements, and the well and septic considerations of Boerne’s premier acreage properties.
Boerne homeowners build pools for the same reason they chose Kendall County: the Hill Country lifestyle, the views, and the quality of life that comes with space and land. A custom pool is the centerpiece of that outdoor life. Our in-house team handles every phase from design through final swim — one team, one timeline, and a finished backyard worthy of a Cordillera Ranch estate or a Trails of Herff Ranch family home. We’re proud members of the Master Pools Guild and six-time PebbleTec® World’s Greatest Pools award winners.
Boerne is one of the most desirable communities in the San Antonio metro — with some of the region’s most distinctive HOA and ARC requirements, particularly in Cordillera Ranch. We build pools that meet those standards and exceed homeowner expectations, whether you’re in a gated luxury estate or a family community off Highway 46. No learning curve. No surprises.
Who is the best custom pool builder in San Antonio, TX? Fossil Creek Pools is San Antonio’s award-winning, family-owned custom pool builder, serving Bexar County and surrounding areas since 2007. As a third-generation builder, Master Pools Guild member, and six-time PebbleTec® World’s Greatest Pools award winner, we design and build custom inground pools, spas, and complete outdoor living spaces — with our own in-house crew, never sub-contractors. Call us at 830-228-5060.
Start Your Boerne Pool Build
Call or fill out our form to schedule your free, no-obligation design consultation. We’ll visit your Boerne property, review HOA and ARC requirements, and design a pool that fits your Kendall County lot and lifestyle.
Custom Inground Pool Design & Construction in Boerne, TX
Every Fossil Creek pool starts with your vision and ends with our crew on-site — no sub-contractors, no hand-offs, no surprises. We design custom gunite pools specifically for your Boerne property, accounting for Kendall County’s limestone terrain, Cordillera Ranch and community ARC requirements, well and septic system locations, and City of Boerne or Kendall County permit requirements.
Boerne and Kendall County sit on the Edwards Plateau — where limestone bedrock is the dominant site condition, particularly in elevated communities like Cordillera Ranch and Menger Springs. Hard-rock excavation requires specialized equipment and structural engineering. Our gunite pools are engineered specifically for Kendall County’s limestone conditions and built to last for decades without cracking or shifting.
Pool Types & Features We Build in Boerne
- ✓Custom gunite pools — engineered for Kendall County’s Edwards Plateau limestone conditions; the only smart choice for Boerne
- ✓Infinity & vanishing edge pools — designed to capture Boerne’s sweeping Kendall County Hill Country and valley views
- ✓Freeform & geometric pools — resort-style lagoons or clean modern lines, built to your vision
- ✓Pools with attached spas — integrated hot tub and spa construction for year-round enjoyment
- ✓Water features — natural boulder waterfalls, sheer descents, grottos, bubblers, and deck jets
- ✓Tanning ledges & sun shelves — shallow entry ledges perfect for Boerne’s long Texas swim season
- ✓Swim-up bars & seating — in-pool entertainment features for Boerne’s luxury outdoor living lifestyle
- ✓LED lighting & automation — smart controls for pumps, heating, and color lighting from your phone
Custom Pool Features & Water Elements in Boerne
The best pools we build in Boerne go beyond the water’s edge. From natural limestone boulder waterfalls that complement the native Kendall County landscape to sleek vanishing edges that frame panoramic Hill Country views, Fossil Creek designs and builds custom features worthy of Boerne’s finest estates.
Because we self-perform all construction with our own crew, every feature is designed and installed as a cohesive part of your pool — not an afterthought bolted on by a separate contractor.
- ✓Natural boulder waterfalls & grottos — handcrafted from native Kendall County limestone that complements Boerne’s Hill Country architecture
- ✓Sheer descents & deck jets — elegant water curtains and arching jets with LED illumination
- ✓Swim-up bars — in-pool bar seating for the ultimate Boerne luxury outdoor entertaining experience
- ✓Fire bowls & fire features — poolside fire that extends your outdoor season into cool Texas evenings
- ✓PebbleTec® & premium finishes — the surface that earned us six World’s Greatest Pools awards
Outdoor Living & Complete Backyard Retreats in Boerne
Boerne’s Hill Country lifestyle demands more than just a pool. We design and build complete backyard environments — outdoor kitchens, pergolas, fire features, and natural limestone hardscaping — all with our in-house crew and under one project timeline.
Outdoor Kitchens
Built-in grills, refrigeration, sink runs, and natural Hill Country stone countertops — designed for year-round outdoor entertaining in Boerne’s warm Hill Country climate.
Pergolas & Cabanas
Custom pergolas, pavilions, and covered patios that provide shade during Boerne’s intense summers while tying architecturally to your Hill Country home or estate design.
Fire Pits & Fire Features
Gas fire pits, fire bowls, and linear fire features that extend your Boerne backyard season into the crisp Kendall County fall and winter evenings.
Hardscaping & Decking
Native limestone, travertine, and premium hardscaping materials that complement Boerne’s Hill Country character and make your backyard feel completely finished.
Spas & Attached Spa-Pools
Integrated hot tubs and attached spa combinations, designed as one cohesive backyard retreat for year-round Boerne living.
Landscape Lighting
LED pool lighting, landscape uplighting, and outdoor audio systems that make your Boerne backyard stunning after dark.
Pool Renovation & Remodeling in Boerne, TX
Boerne and Kendall County have a growing number of aging pools across established neighborhoods and estates that need updating — faded plaster, worn tile, outdated equipment, and decking weathered by too many Hill Country summers. Fossil Creek Pools provides full renovation services across Kendall County, restoring your existing pool to better-than-new condition.
Our renovation team handles everything from a PebbleTec® resurfacing and tile replacement to a full limestone deck overhaul and equipment upgrade. One crew, one contract — no coordination headaches.
Pool Renovation Services in Boerne
- ✓Pool resurfacing & PebbleTec® finishes — restore texture, color, and waterproofing with the finish that won us six industry awards
- ✓Travertine tile & coping — updated tile lines and coping for lasting durability and a fresh look
- ✓Deck replacement & limestone or travertine decking — premium natural materials that complement Boerne’s Hill Country aesthetic
- ✓Equipment upgrades — variable-speed pumps, LED lighting, heaters, and smart automation systems
- ✓Pool additions — add a spa, tanning ledge, water feature, or sun shelf to an existing pool
Recent Pool Projects — Fossil Creek Pools Portfolio
A sample of our custom pool and outdoor living builds across the Boerne area and surrounding Kendall County communities. Every project is built entirely by our own in-house team.
Why Boerne Homeowners Choose Fossil Creek Pools
Boerne homeowners expect more from a pool builder — and rightly so. Cordillera Ranch’s Architectural Review Committee has some of the most detailed design standards in the San Antonio region, and getting ARC approval requires a builder who has done it before. Communities like Esperanza, Limestone Ranch, and Menger Springs have their own HOA processes. And Kendall County’s limestone terrain demands a builder who understands hard-rock excavation and site engineering. Fossil Creek knows all of it.
Operating from our showroom in Spring Branch — a short drive from Boerne via the I-10 and US-281 corridor — we’ve been serving Kendall County homeowners since 2007. We know the City of Boerne and Kendall County permitting process, Cordillera Ranch’s ARC requirements, and the site engineering demands of Boerne’s premier communities. We handle all of it on your behalf.
How long does it take to build a custom pool in Boerne? A custom inground pool in Boerne typically takes 3–5 months from signed contract to final completion. Cordillera Ranch ARC review is among the most thorough in the region and can add 4–8 weeks to the pre-construction timeline; other Boerne HOA communities typically add 2–4 weeks. Limestone excavation can also add time depending on your specific site. Fossil Creek Pools manages all City of Boerne permits, Kendall County filings, and ARC submissions on your behalf so construction begins as smoothly as possible.
Boerne & Kendall County Permit Info
- ✓ City of Boerne issues building permits for in-city pool construction; properties outside city limits require Kendall County permits
- ✓ ARC approval required in Cordillera Ranch (one of the most detailed ARC processes in the region) and HOA approval required in Esperanza, Limestone Ranch, Menger Springs, and Trails of Herff Ranch
- ✓ Kendall County’s Edwards Plateau limestone bedrock requires specialized excavation — gunite is the only build type suited to Boerne’s Hill Country terrain
- ✓ Properties with wells are subject to Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District rules — pool setback requirements from wells must be observed
- ✓ Fossil Creek handles all City of Boerne permits, Kendall County filings, ARC submissions, and inspector scheduling on your behalf
How We Build Custom Pools in Boerne
A clear, communicative process — from your free on-site consultation to the day you take your first swim in your new Boerne pool.
Free On-Site Consultation
We visit your Boerne property, assess your terrain and limestone conditions, review HOA and ARC guidelines, and walk you through the Fossil Creek design process — no sales pressure, no obligation.
Custom 3D Design
Our designers create a fully customized pool plan for your Boerne property, tailored to your lot dimensions, limestone conditions, ARC design standards, and City of Boerne or Kendall County permit requirements.
Permitting & HOA Approval
We submit all City of Boerne permits, Kendall County filings, and ARC or HOA applications on your behalf — including Cordillera Ranch ARC submissions, Esperanza, Limestone Ranch, and Menger Springs.
In-House Construction
Our own crew handles every phase — excavation, steel, gunite, plumbing, electrical, tile, coping, and equipment. No sub-contractors. Proactive communication throughout the build.
City Inspections & QC
Every Fossil Creek pool passes our internal quality check before city sign-off. We coordinate all required Boerne and Kendall County inspections and hold our work to a higher standard than the inspector’s checklist.
Final Walkthrough & First Swim
We walk the completed pool with you, demonstrate every system, hand over all documentation, and ensure you’re completely satisfied before your first swim in your new Boerne backyard.
Building Custom Pools Across Boerne & Kendall County
Fossil Creek Pools serves homeowners across Boerne, Kendall County, and the surrounding I-10 Hill Country corridor communities.
We also serve surrounding communities: New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Fair Oaks Ranch, Garden Ridge, Schertz, Boerne, Bulverde, and all of the Hill Country corridor.
Frequently Asked Questions — Custom Pools in Boerne, TX
Common questions from Boerne and Kendall County homeowners planning a custom pool build with Fossil Creek Pools.
A custom inground pool in Boerne, TX typically costs between $75,000 and $200,000+, depending on size, design complexity, site conditions, and finishes. Limestone excavation is a significant cost factor across most Kendall County properties. Luxury estates in Cordillera Ranch frequently feature premium vanishing edges, natural stone water features, outdoor kitchens, and PebbleTec® finishes that reflect the high-end nature of that community. Fossil Creek Pools provides detailed, transparent estimates after a free on-site consultation.
Gunite (concrete) pools are the only recommended build type for Boerne and Kendall County. The area sits on the Edwards Plateau, where limestone bedrock is the dominant site condition — particularly in elevated communities like Cordillera Ranch and Menger Springs. Hard-rock limestone excavation requires specialized equipment and structural engineering that fiberglass pools cannot accommodate. Only a properly rebar-reinforced gunite pool is suited to Kendall County’s terrain. Fossil Creek engineers every Boerne pool for the specific site conditions of your property.
Yes. A City of Boerne building permit is required for in-city pool construction. Properties outside city limits require Kendall County permits. If your home is in an HOA or ARC-governed community — particularly Cordillera Ranch, Esperanza, Limestone Ranch, or Menger Springs — architectural review and design approval is required before permitting. Properties with wells must also observe setback requirements under Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District rules. Fossil Creek Pools manages all permits, ARC submissions, and site requirements on your behalf.
A custom pool in Boerne typically takes 3–5 months from signed contract to first swim. Cordillera Ranch’s ARC review process is among the most thorough in the region and can add 4–8 weeks to the pre-construction timeline. Other Boerne HOA communities typically add 2–4 weeks. Limestone excavation can also add time depending on your specific site. Our team manages all permitting, ARC submissions, and scheduling proactively so construction begins as smoothly as possible.
Yes. Fossil Creek Pools has extensive experience building in Boerne’s HOA and ARC-governed communities, including Cordillera Ranch, Esperanza, Limestone Ranch, Menger Springs, Trails of Herff Ranch, and Tapatio Springs. We understand Cordillera Ranch’s detailed ARC design standards and the specific requirements of each Boerne community — and we handle all submissions, documentation, and design compliance on your behalf.
Yes. In addition to new pool construction and renovation, Fossil Creek Pools provides comprehensive pool service, repair, and ongoing maintenance throughout the Boerne area and Kendall County. From water chemistry management and equipment maintenance to structural repairs and seasonal service, we offer complete pool care tailored to your needs after the build is complete.
Yes. In addition to new pool construction and renovation, Fossil Creek Pools provides comprehensive pool service and repair, and ongoing pool maintenance services throughout the Boerne area and Kendall County. From water chemistry management and equipment maintenance to structural repairs and seasonal openings, we offer complete pool care tailored to your needs after the build is complete.
What Fossil Creek Pools Clients Say
Real reviews from homeowners across Boerne, Kendall County, and the greater Hill Country. A 5-star Google rating built on third-generation craftsmanship, in-house execution, and genuine care for every client.
“We talked to three pool builders including Fossil Creek Pools and chose Fossil Creek to build our dream pool. Fossil Creek Pools is an outstanding pool builder that pays very close attention to detail. The pool took around 4 months from dig to dive. Everyone that has come over is absolutely amazed and impressed with it.”
Patrick & Deb — Google Review“Fossil Creek did an amazing job from start to finish. Paul and the crew were friendly and easy to contact with any questions or concerns. If you are looking for an honest and professional company to create an amazing pool, I highly recommend Fossil Creek!”
Kelli Pereira — Google Review“Pool from start to finish in 3 months. They did an amazing job — their work is top quality. Very happy with my pool and the team of workers it took to get it done. Thank you Derik and family for making it easy and taking care of me.”
Stacy Watson — Google ReviewAlso Serving Boerne’s Surrounding Communities
Fossil Creek Pools serves homeowners across Kendall County and the entire I-10 Hill Country corridor between San Antonio and Kerrville.
Ready to Build Your Boerne Custom Pool?
Boerne’s Hill Country character deserves a pool that belongs here — built on limestone, designed for views, and crafted to last. Third-generation craftsmanship, a no-sub-contractor guarantee, and a team that has been building award-winning pools across Kendall County since 2007 — that’s the Fossil Creek difference.
Fossil Creek Pools — Serving Boerne & All of Kendall County, TX
830-228-5060 — Showroom: 12470 US HWY 281 N, Spring Branch, TX 78070