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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Why Choose Design Pools Of East Texas?
    Design Pools of East Texas family owned & operated since the late 1970s. We are dedicated to our most valued resource, our clients. Each pool customed desiged with stringent standards of excellence & satisfaction guaranteed. Whatever your vision is, we can bring it to life through our collaborative design process & efficient building plan. We have decades of experience in design. We're well-versed on all the newest trends, but we also have the depth of experience to build a high-quality pool. We're specialists in creating authentic, unique swimming pools that match your lifestyle. We strive for excellence & continue to aim high. Our team keeps current & up to date with continuing education classes for swimming pool contractors, swimming pool design & pool construction. So we can design & build you the swimming pool of your dreams. Our mission is to set the highest standards in pool construction in Texas w/ excellent customer service, experienced design, reliable support, & high quality build methods.


  • Why a Gunite Pool?
    Gunite is the most elaborate of all pool categories. These are permanent, rein-enforced pools. Constructed with concrete & plaster instead of plastic liners. With gunite you have a variety of special options such as swim out's, entrys and custom steps. You can choose the size & shape of your pool to fit your style and backyard. Virtually any feature can be added. Tiles, texturs and finishes. Interior finishes can be a variety of selections. Choose from white plaster or a variety of colored plaster or stone scapes, pebble tech and more. All of our Gunite pools comes with a lifetime structural warranty. Fast sounds great but be advised as gunite takes 28 days to cure properly to prevent future check cracks.


  • Why Choose a Saltwater Pool?
    The salt content in a saltwater pool is about the same content in the human body. It definitely does not harm pool equipment. Some of the advantages of a saltwater pool: No more toxic chemicals to buy, store or handle. No stinging of the eyes & no more chlorine smell. Lower maintenance & easy to maintain. Plus it is Earth friendly.


  • What if I have questions after my pool is complete?
    The relationship does not end when the water is added and the splashing begins. We at Design Pools offer client support that continues for as long as required. It is all about the client. Were not happy until you are.


If you can imagine it, We will build it

We at Design Pools are proud to help Design the Saltwater pool of your dreams, both residential and commercial. Family owned and family operated. Dive in and play in our fun game pools, lap and diving pools.  Exercise pools with swim jets. Plus safe child pool play area's. 

Where does the pool end?  With our Vanishing (Negative) edge designs we can achieve this illusion. 

Beach entry pools, Water features, Caves, Grotto's and Waterfalls are just a few of the creations that transforms basic backyard poolscapes into backyard retreats.  Using all natural stone.  Outdoor kitchens, Cabanas, Pool houses, Outdoor showers, Fire pits and much more. 

Fiberoptics with IntelliBrite lights the Eco friendly "Greenest" choice in LED lighting.  Plus they last 30,000 hours, minimizing replacement cost and disposal.  That's why IntelliBrite lights are an Eco Select Choice.  Award winning landscaping available. 

We are up to date with new techniques and products in decorative concrete, stained and stamped, with an eye for detail and talent.   

Please call to talk to our sales department and make an appointment today

1-800-320-SWIM

903-288-9795

Owner John Burnett Jr.

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