Pool Company in Dripping Springs, TX
Dripping Springs’ Full-Service Pool Company — New Builds, Renovations, Service & Repair Across Hays County Since 2007 — No Sub-Contractors, Ever
Your Full-Service Pool Company in Dripping Springs & Hays County, Texas
Fossil Creek Pools is Dripping Springs’ complete pool company — not just a builder. From the first design consultation through ongoing service and repair years after the build, we’re the one pool company in Hays County that handles every stage of pool ownership under one roof. Serving homeowners from Belterra and Caliterra to Headwaters and Belvedere since 2007.
Dripping Springs homeowners want more than a pool built — they want a pool company they can count on for the life of that pool. As a full-service pool company, Fossil Creek offers new construction, custom renovations, ongoing maintenance, and equipment repair, all performed by our own in-house crew with zero sub-contractors. We’re proud members of the Master Pools Guild and six-time PebbleTec® World’s Greatest Pools award winners.
What sets Fossil Creek apart from other pool companies in Dripping Springs is simple: everything stays in-house. One company, one crew, one point of contact from your first call through your pool’s ongoing care. No hand-offs, no coordination gaps — whether you’re building new on a Headwaters acreage lot or need service on an existing pool in Belterra.
Who is the best pool builder in Dripping Springs, TX? Fossil Creek Pools is Dripping Springs’ award-winning, family-owned custom pool builder, serving Hays County and the greater Texas Hill Country 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.
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Whether you need a new pool, a renovation, or ongoing service for an existing one — call or fill out our form and a member of our team will be in touch promptly.
Custom Inground Pool Design & Construction in Dripping Springs, 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 Dripping Springs property, accounting for Hill Country limestone and caliche conditions, Dripping Springs’ tree preservation ordinance, Hays County permitting, and your HOA’s specific architectural requirements.
Dripping Springs sits squarely on the Edwards Plateau — limestone bedrock is the rule, not the exception. Many lots also feature large protected oak trees that require careful pool placement and root consideration during excavation. Our gunite pools are engineered specifically for Hill Country limestone conditions and designed to work with your site’s natural features rather than against them.
Pool Types & Features We Build in Dripping Springs
- ✓Custom gunite pools — engineered for Dripping Springs’ Hill Country limestone and caliche conditions; the only smart choice for Hays County
- ✓Infinity & vanishing edge pools — designed to frame Dripping Springs’ iconic Hill Country sunset and canyon 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 Dripping Springs’ long Texas swim season
- ✓Swim-up bars & seating — in-pool entertainment features for the ultimate Hill Country backyard
- ✓LED lighting & automation — smart controls for pumps, heating, and color lighting from your phone
Custom Pool Features & Water Elements in Dripping Springs
The best pools we build in Dripping Springs go beyond the water’s edge. From natural boulder waterfalls that echo the limestone creek beds of the Hill Country to sleek vanishing edges that frame a golden Texas sunset, Fossil Creek designs and builds custom features that make your Dripping Springs backyard truly one of a kind.
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 Hill Country limestone that blends seamlessly with Dripping Springs’ natural landscape
- ✓Sheer descents & deck jets — elegant water curtains and arching jets with LED illumination
- ✓Swim-up bars — in-pool bar seating for the ultimate Dripping Springs Hill Country backyard
- ✓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 Dripping Springs
Dripping Springs was built for outdoor living. 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 stone countertops — designed for year-round outdoor cooking in Dripping Springs’ Hill Country climate.
Pergolas & Cabanas
Custom pergolas, pavilions, and covered patios that provide shade during Dripping Springs’ intense summers while tying architecturally to your Hill Country home’s design language.
Fire Pits & Fire Features
Gas fire pits, fire bowls, and linear fire features that extend your Dripping Springs backyard season into the crisp Hill Country fall and winter evenings.
Hardscaping & Decking
Natural limestone, travertine, and decomposed granite hardscaping that honors Dripping Springs’ Hill Country aesthetic and makes your backyard feel rooted in the landscape.
Spas & Attached Spa-Pools
Integrated hot tubs and attached spa combinations, designed as one cohesive backyard retreat for year-round Dripping Springs living.
Landscape Lighting
LED pool lighting, landscape uplighting, and outdoor audio systems that make your Dripping Springs backyard stunning after dark.
Pool Service, Repair & Renovation in Dripping Springs, TX
A great pool company doesn’t disappear after the build. Fossil Creek Pools provides ongoing pool service, repair, and full renovation across Hays County — so whether you have a Fossil Creek pool or one built by someone else, we’re the one call you need to keep it running beautifully in the Dripping Springs heat.
From weekly maintenance plans and equipment repairs to full PebbleTec® resurfacing and limestone deck replacements — our in-house team handles it all. One pool company, one crew, one contract. No coordination headaches, no strangers in your backyard.
Pool Services We Offer in Dripping Springs
- ✓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 — natural materials that complement Dripping Springs’ 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 Dripping Springs area and surrounding Hill Country communities. Every project is built entirely by our own in-house team.
Why Dripping Springs Homeowners Choose Fossil Creek as Their Pool Company
Dripping Springs homeowners don’t just want a pool built — they want a pool company they can rely on for the life of that pool. Fossil Creek Pools is that company. We build, renovate, service, and repair pools across Hays County with our own in-house team, so there’s always one accountable crew who knows your pool inside and out — from the first limestone excavation to the tenth year of ownership.
Operating from our showroom in Spring Branch — well within the Hill Country corridor and a comfortable drive from Dripping Springs — we’re one of the closest pool companies to Hays County. That proximity means faster response times for service calls, quicker consultation turnarounds, and a team that genuinely knows every Dripping Springs community we work in.
How long does it take to build a custom pool in Dripping Springs? A custom inground pool in Dripping Springs typically takes 3–5 months from signed contract to final completion. Limestone excavation and tree preservation considerations can add time on certain lots. HOA and architectural review in communities like Belterra, Caliterra, and Headwaters can add 2–6 weeks. Fossil Creek Pools manages all City of Dripping Springs permits, Hays County filings, and HOA submissions on your behalf so construction begins as quickly as possible.
Dripping Springs & Hays County Permit Info
- ✓ City of Dripping Springs issues building permits for all in-city pool construction; properties outside city limits fall under Hays County jurisdiction
- ✓ HOA architectural review required in communities including Belterra, Caliterra, Headwaters, Highpointe, and Belvedere — each with distinct design standards
- ✓ Dripping Springs’ limestone bedrock requires specialized excavation — gunite is the only build type suited to Hill Country conditions
- ✓ Dripping Springs’ tree preservation ordinance protects large oaks and other trees — pool placement must account for protected root zones
- ✓ Fossil Creek handles all City of Dripping Springs permits, Hays County filings, tree ordinance compliance, and HOA submissions on your behalf
How We Build Custom Pools in Dripping Springs
A clear, communicative process — from your free on-site consultation to the day you take your first swim in your new Dripping Springs pool.
Free On-Site Consultation
We visit your Dripping Springs property, assess your lot and limestone terrain, identify any tree preservation constraints, review HOA 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 Dripping Springs property, tailored to your lot dimensions, limestone conditions, tree preservation requirements, HOA specs, and City of Dripping Springs permit requirements.
Permitting & HOA Approval
We submit all City of Dripping Springs permits, Hays County filings, and HOA applications on your behalf — including communities like Belterra, Caliterra, Headwaters, and Highpointe.
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 Dripping Springs and Hays 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 Hill Country swim.
Your Local Pool Company Across Dripping Springs & Hays County
Fossil Creek Pools serves homeowners across Dripping Springs, Hays County, and the surrounding Hill Country communities along the US-290 corridor.
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 Dripping Springs, TX
Common questions from Dripping Springs and Hays County homeowners planning a custom pool build with Fossil Creek Pools.
A full-service pool company in Dripping Springs like Fossil Creek Pools offers new inground pool design and construction, pool renovation and PebbleTec® resurfacing, ongoing pool maintenance, and pool service & repair. Many pool companies only build — Fossil Creek handles every stage of pool ownership in-house, so Hays County homeowners have one trusted company for the life of their pool.
Gunite (concrete) pools are the only recommended build type for Dripping Springs. The area sits squarely on the Edwards Plateau, where limestone bedrock is common across most properties. Limestone requires specialized excavation equipment and adds engineering considerations that fiberglass shells cannot accommodate. Only a properly rebar-reinforced gunite structure is suited to the Hill Country’s rock terrain and temperature extremes. Fossil Creek engineers every Dripping Springs pool for the specific site conditions of your lot.
Yes. A building permit from the City of Dripping Springs is required for all in-city pool construction. Properties outside city limits fall under Hays County jurisdiction with separate requirements. If your home is in an HOA community — such as Belterra, Caliterra, Headwaters, or Highpointe — HOA architectural review and CC&R approval is also required before construction begins. Dripping Springs’ tree preservation ordinance may also apply depending on your lot. Fossil Creek Pools manages all permits, filings, and HOA submissions on your behalf.
A custom pool in Dripping Springs typically takes 3–5 months from signed contract to first swim. Limestone excavation can add time compared to softer soil markets. HOA and architectural review in communities like Belterra, Caliterra, and Headwaters can add 2–6 weeks. Our team manages all permitting, tree ordinance compliance, and scheduling proactively so construction begins as quickly as possible.
When choosing a pool company in Dripping Springs, look for in-house construction (no sub-contractors), verified reviews, industry recognition, knowledge of the tree preservation ordinance, and a company that offers ongoing service after the build. Fossil Creek Pools checks every box — family-owned since 2007, zero sub-contractors, 5-star Google rated, six-time PebbleTec® World’s Greatest Pools award winner, and a full-service team handling new builds, renovations, maintenance, and repairs across Hays County.
Yes. In addition to new pool construction and renovation, Fossil Creek Pools provides comprehensive pool service, repair, and ongoing maintenance throughout the Dripping Springs area and Hays County. From water chemistry management and equipment maintenance to structural repairs and seasonal service, we offer complete pool care 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 Dripping Springs area and Hays 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 the Hill Country and greater Dripping Springs area. 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 ReviewPool Company Serving Dripping Springs’ Surrounding Communities
Fossil Creek Pools serves homeowners across Hays County, the Austin-area Hill Country, and the entire US-290 and Hill Country corridor.
Dripping Springs’ Pool Company is Ready for Your Call
New pool, renovation, maintenance, or repair — Fossil Creek Pools is the one pool company in Dripping Springs that handles it all with our own in-house crew. Family-owned since 2007, award-winning, and built on a foundation of Hill Country craftsmanship and accountability.
Fossil Creek Pools — Dripping Springs’ Full-Service Pool Company
830-228-5060 — Showroom: 12470 US HWY 281 N, Spring Branch, TX 78070