Custom Lap Pools in San Antonio and Beyond: Cost, Dimensions, Installation
When it comes to combining fitness, luxury, and functionality into a backyard oasis, lap pools offer a practical solution. They’re the ideal pool for homeowners in San Antonio looking to make the most of their outdoor space while staying fit at the same time.
Whether you’re training a future Olympic swimmer, love exercising, or simply want an elegant pool that’s also fitness-friendly, a custom lap pool may be the perfect fit. Plus, anything to beat the summer San Antonio heat, right?
If you’re interested in a custom lap pool, keep reading. Maximum Pools is here to tell you all about lap pools, from the different materials available to the nuances of an indoor lap pool. Give us a call when you’re ready for your free pool construction consultation!
What Is a Lap Pool?
A lap pool is a long, narrow swimming pool primarily designed for fitness and exercise.
Unlike traditional swimming pools that often emphasize recreation, relaxation, or a sleek backyard aesthetic, lap pools are made with swimming laps in mind. They provide the straight, uninterrupted swim path necessary to practice your form without constantly turning around.
Lap pools feature a slim, rectangular design that makes them ideal for compact residential properties, perfect for the urban and suburban neighborhoods in San Antonio. A lap pool allows you to maintain a healthy lifestyle without leaving the comfort of your home.
Regardless of whether they’re placed inside or outside, a lap pool is perfect for those prioritizing their health and increasing property value.
Lap Pool Dimensions and Length
Standard Residential Lap Pools
The average residential lap pool length is typically 40 to 75 feet long and 8 to 10 feet wide. While this size is ideal for swimming laps, it’s also a great fit for many San Antonio properties and backyards.
Most lap pools in Southern Texas are built outdoors, allowing much more space to incorporate your construction. However, an indoor lap pool might also be a possibility, depending on the size of your house and your ceiling height.
Indoor Lap Pools
For those who prefer perfect temperature control, added privacy, and year-round swimming opportunities, an indoor lap pool could be the perfect fit. However, they have specific sizing requirements that make them less adaptable to every property.
- Ceiling Height – Your ceiling clearance must be adequate to accommodate splashing and ventilation.
- Ventilation – Proper airflow and humidity control are essential if you want to prevent mold, mildew, and structural damage.
- Material Choices – Non-porous and corrosion-resistant materials are recommended for indoor pools, such as gunite shell structures with a tile finish.
Depending on the architectural details of your property, Maximum Pools can work with you to create the perfect indoor lap pool for fitness and fun. Our experts will help you design a pool with your space in mind, creating a unique and engaging area for you to enjoy year-round.
Gunite Customization
Gunite pools offer the highest levels of customization for indoor and outdoor lap pools. Unlike prefabricated fiberglass or vinyl liner pools, gunite allows you to build the pool of your dreams, with features like:
- Unique lengths and widths tailored to your space.
- Integrated additions like spas, tanning ledges, and resistance jets.
- Custom depths to suit your swimming style and safety requirements.
With a gunite lap pool, you can stay fit while swimming laps while making an aesthetic statement at the same time. Our construction team are experts in laying and spraying gunite, giving you peace of mind throughout the whole process.
Indoor vs. Outdoor Lap Pools
Outdoor Lap Pools
Building an outdoor lap pool means you’ll have a lot more flexibility in the design and materials available for the construction.
- Natural Ambiance: Enjoy the San Antonio weather while swimming laps.
- Cost-Effective: Generally more affordable due to loosened structural requirements.
- Easier Installation: Less architectural work and more flexibility in design.
- Ideal for Landscaping: Can be integrated into the rest of your property design.
In San Antonio, having an outdoor lap pool means you’ll have a lot more neighbors asking to hang out by the pool once that summer heat hits.
Indoor Lap Pools
For those who like to control their swimming environment down to the smallest detail, an indoor lap pool might be a better fit.
- Year-Round Use: Swim in any weather, at any time of the year.
- Privacy and Security: Don’t worry about Peeping Toms or Lookey-Loo’s.
- Cleaner Conditions: Reduced exposure to outdoor debris and insects.
- Climate Control: Ambient temperature is much easier to control indoors.
Whether you prefer to do your laps inside or outside, Maximum Pools is here to help you design the ideal lap pool to meet your fitness goals.
Why Choose Maximum Pools for Residential Lap Pools?
Here at Maximum Pools, we specialize in creating a residential lap pool tailored to your space, fitness needs, and budget. Our designers and builders bring unmatched local experience and dedication to every project that crosses our table.
Here’s why San Antonio has trusted us for building indoor and outdoor pools for years:
- Family-Owned Business: As a locally owned and operated company, we understand the unique needs of San Antonio homeowners.
- 8+ Years of Experience: Our proven track record includes 2,340 pools installed across the San Antonio metro area.
- Energy-Efficient Designs: We incorporate state-of-the-art filtration systems, variable speed pumps, and automated features to lower your utility bills.
- Fast Installation: Our streamlined construction process delivers amazing results in only 10 to 12 weeks. Installing your dream pool has never been easier!
- Durability Guaranteed: We offer comprehensive warranties and only use premium materials that guarantee long-lasting results.
- Serving Greater San Antonio: Whether you own property in New Braunfels, Boerne, Helotes, or right in San Antonio, our team can build the pool you’ve been dreaming of.
When you team up with Maximum Pools, you’re not just getting a lap pool. You’re getting top-quality craftsmanship, durability, reliability, and locally driven expertise and commitment.
Maintenance & Care
Despite being smaller compared to many recreational pools, lap pools require just as much maintenance and care to keep your water looking fresh and inviting.
Here are some tips to ensure you’re taking proper care of your new lap pool:
- Chemical Balance: Monitor pH, chlorine, and alkalinity levels to maintain safe and clear water for swimming. Using pool test strips, kits, and testers weekly is absolutely essential!
- Energy-Efficient Equipment: Use programmable pumps and timers to optimize energy use and reduce overall costs.
- Regular Cleaning: Use robotic cleaners and manual tools to remove leaves, sediment, insects, and algae buildup.
Committing to these essential maintenance steps will ensure your pool is not only safe to use but also aesthetically appealing for years to come. Slacking on any of them can result in dangerous algae buildup that can be harmful to people and pets alike.
Consider Our Residential Lap Pool Maintenance Plans
To avoid any issues, let us handle the hassle of cleaning and maintaining your new lap pool. Maximum Pool offers custom residential lap pool maintenance plans designed with your new pool in mind.
From weekly cleanings to seasonal checkups, our pool maintenance experts will ensure your pool stays in prime condition all year long. There’s no reason to sweat the small stuff. We’ll handle it all!
We bring all our own equipment to maintain and clean your lap pool. Running low on testing strips? Robotic cleaner acting up? Don’t worry about it! We can come by to clean your pool whenever you need. Whether you want to set up a cleaning schedule or just need to do a deep clean for that summer party you have coming up, give us a call!
Want to learn more about scheduling regular pool maintenance and cleaning? Check out our Pool Cleaning Services for info on Maximum Pool’s professional, affordable assistance.
Ready to Build Your Dream Gunite Pool?
The lap pool you’ve been dreaming of is just a phone call away. Whether you want a simple backyard pool for morning laps or a luxurious indoor oasis to swim away the Sunday scaries, the experts here at Maximum Pools are ready to bring your vision to life.
Invest in yourself, invest in your pool. Call Maximum Pools today at (830) 308-7946 or fill out our online form to get started on your lap pool construction project!
