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You get a pool designed around your property, your budget, and how you actually want to use it. Not a cookie-cutter fiberglass shell dropped in your yard.
Custom inground cement pools give you flexibility that prefab options can’t touch. Want a specific depth for lap swimming? A built-in bench along one side? A shape that fits the corner of your lot? That’s what custom means.
You’re also getting someone who shows up when they say they will, communicates clearly about timelines, and doesn’t disappear halfway through the job. That shouldn’t be rare in this industry, but it is. We’ve been doing this since 2014, built on 30+ years of hands-on construction experience. You’ll know what’s happening, when it’s happening, and what it costs before we break ground.
Deep Waters Pools started in 2014, but the experience behind it goes back over 30 years. We’ve worked in concrete, plumbing, and custom pool construction long enough to know what holds up and what doesn’t.
We’re based in Douglas County and serve families throughout South Georgia, including Mora. This area gets hot, stays hot, and your pool needs to handle that. We build with that in mind.
You’re working with a licensed contractor who’s been in the ground doing this work, not just managing crews from an office. That matters when problems come up or when you have questions mid-project.
First, we come out to your property and talk through what you want. We look at your yard, discuss your budget, and figure out what’s realistic. You’ll get a clear estimate before anything moves forward.
Once you’re ready, we handle permits and prep work. Then we excavate, set the plumbing and steel, and pour the concrete shell. This is where cement pools separate from fiberglass—you’re getting a structure built specifically for your space, not a pre-made unit squeezed into place.
After the shell cures, we finish the interior surface, install your equipment, and complete the decking. We walk you through startup and maintenance so you know what you’re doing once we’re gone. The whole process typically takes several weeks, depending on weather and complexity. We keep you updated the entire time.
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You get full design and construction services. That means site evaluation, custom design based on your input, all excavation and grading, plumbing and electrical coordination, steel reinforcement, concrete shell construction, interior finish, coping and decking, and equipment installation.
In Mora and the surrounding South Georgia area, you’re dealing with clay soil and high water tables in some spots. We account for that during excavation and drainage planning. Your pool needs proper backfill and compaction, or you’ll have settling issues down the line.
We also offer spa integration and custom patio work if you want your whole backyard done at once. Some people phase it, some do it all together. Either way, we design it so everything works as one cohesive space. You’re not patching together different contractors who don’t communicate—it’s one team, one plan, one timeline.
Expect to spend anywhere from $40,000 to $80,000+ for a custom inground cement pool, depending on size, features, and site conditions. That’s a wide range because every project is different.
A basic rectangular pool with standard finishes and minimal decking sits on the lower end. Add a spa, custom tile work, upgraded decking, or complex shapes, and the price climbs. If your yard has access issues or needs significant grading, that affects cost too.
We give you a detailed estimate upfront so there’s no guessing. You’ll see exactly what you’re paying for and where your money goes. Some companies lowball to get the job, then hit you with change orders. We don’t operate that way.
Most custom inground cement pools take 8 to 12 weeks from start to finish. Weather plays a big role—if we hit a stretch of heavy rain during excavation or concrete work, that adds time.
Permit approval can also affect the timeline. Some counties move faster than others. Once we’re on site, the work itself follows a predictable sequence: excavation, plumbing and steel, concrete pour, curing time, interior finish, decking, and equipment setup.
We’ll give you a realistic timeline during the estimate phase and keep you updated if anything changes. You won’t be left wondering when we’re coming back or why work stopped.
Cement pools give you complete design flexibility. Fiberglass pools come in pre-made shapes and sizes—you pick from what’s available. With cement, we build exactly what you want, in the exact size and shape that fits your property.
Cement is also more durable long-term. Fiberglass can crack or develop surface issues, especially in shifting soil. A properly built cement pool with good steel reinforcement and quality finishes will outlast fiberglass.
The trade-off is time and cost. Cement pools take longer to build and generally cost more upfront. But you’re getting a permanent structure that’s truly custom. If you want a pool that fits your specific vision and lasts decades, cement is the way to go.
You don’t legally need a pool cover in Georgia, but it’s a smart investment for safety and maintenance. If you have kids or pets, a safety cover prevents accidents. Even if you don’t, a cover keeps debris out and reduces chemical use.
There are a few types: mesh safety covers, solid safety covers, and automatic covers. Mesh covers let water through but block debris. Solid covers keep everything out but need a pump to remove standing water. Automatic covers are the most convenient but cost more.
We offer custom-fit pool covers as part of our service. We’ll measure your pool and get you a cover that actually fits right. A poorly fitted cover is almost useless—it won’t stay in place and won’t provide real safety.
You’ll need to balance chemicals weekly, clean the skimmer and pump baskets regularly, brush the walls and floor every week or two, and vacuum as needed. Most people spend 30 minutes to an hour per week on basic upkeep.
Every few years, you may need to acid wash the surface or do minor repairs to the plaster or tile. Cement pools require resurfacing every 10 to 15 years, depending on the finish and how well you maintain the water chemistry. That’s a bigger expense, but it’s planned and predictable.
Equipment like pumps, filters, and heaters need occasional service or replacement. A well-maintained pool with quality equipment will give you fewer headaches. We install commercial-grade equipment and walk you through maintenance during handoff so you’re not figuring it out on your own.
Yes, but it depends on access and space. We need to get equipment into your backyard—excavators, concrete trucks, and other machinery. If there’s a gate or path wide enough, we can usually make it work. If not, we look at alternative access or smaller equipment.
Small yards can still fit pools, just smaller or more creatively shaped ones. We’ve built pools in tight spaces where other companies said it couldn’t be done. It takes more planning and sometimes costs a bit more, but it’s doable.
Sloped yards, rocky soil, or high water tables add complexity but aren’t dealbreakers. We evaluate your property during the consultation and tell you straight up if there’s an issue. You won’t waste time on a project that’s not feasible.
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