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From the first call to the final walkthrough, WETYR delivered every promise. The integrated spa and cold plunge are exactly what I wanted, and the crew kept the job site spotless every single day.
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Fiberglass vs Gunite Pool: Which Is Better?
Fiberglass and gunite (sprayed concrete) are the two most common premium pool construction methods. Each has clear tradeoffs in cost, install time, design flexibility, surface comfort, and chemistry maintenance.
Cost
Fiberglass: $48,000 to $95,000 turnkey. Gunite: $65,000 to $185,000 turnkey for a residential build. Gunite scales higher because design is unlimited; fiberglass is capped at manufacturer shell sizes.
Install Time
Fiberglass: 1 to 3 weeks (shell drops in pre-built). Gunite: 8 to 14 weeks (excavate, plumb, steel, shoot, finish, tile, deck, fill, balance).
Design Flexibility
Gunite wins decisively. Any shape, any size, any depth, integrated spas, sun shelves, vanishing edges, raised beam walls. Fiberglass is limited to manufacturer shapes (typically 20 to 25 stock models).
Surface Comfort
Fiberglass: smoother, less abrasive, easier on feet and swimsuits. Gunite plaster: rougher but customizable (pebble for grip, polished aggregate for smoothness).
Chemistry + Algae
Fiberglass: gel-coat surface resists algae better; chemistry stays balanced longer. Gunite: plaster is porous and slightly alkaline, requires more attention.
Lifespan
Fiberglass: 25 to 35 years for the shell. Gel coat may need re-coat at 15 to 20 years. Gunite: 30 to 50 years on the structure. Plaster re-coat every 12 to 18 years.
Verdict
Choose fiberglass for fastest install, lowest maintenance, and tighter budget on a stock-shape pool. Choose gunite for custom geometry, integrated wellness, vanishing edges, or any design that needs to flex around your site.
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How WETYR Works
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WETYR-network designer reviews your project, prepares an itemized quote with timeline, payment milestones, and warranty terms.
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We build, you swim
Permits pulled, work executed on the published schedule, every milestone documented with photos and signed inspections. 3-year workmanship warranty.
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What WETYR-network customers say
Selected reviews from completed WETYR-network projects, verified through our customer satisfaction survey.
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Our HOA went through three quotes before WETYR. The CPO certification, the chemistry logs, the monthly reports — finally a service company that treats commercial accounts like commercial accounts.
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Salt cell, automation, and color LED upgrade in a single visit. The tech explained every option, the pricing was fixed, and the app pairing actually worked the first time. Could not recommend more.
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Vanishing edge over the marsh, full outdoor kitchen, pool house build, sauna integration. Twelve months, no slipped milestones, no surprise change orders. The portfolio doesn't lie — this is the real deal.
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Pump failed on a Saturday before a graduation party. WETYR had a tech onsite in 90 minutes with the right part on the truck. Saved the weekend.
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Plaster resurface plus salt conversion. The crew protected the deck, the new finish looks gorgeous, and the salt system has been hands-off ever since. Worth every dollar.
Project Transformations
Before & After
Recent transformations from the WETYR network. Same yard, dramatically different result.
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After
Charlotte, NC · Estate Renovation
Original backyard pool replaced with custom gunite + raised spa + integrated cold plunge.
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After
Miami, FL · Rooftop Build
Standard backyard pool elevated to rooftop infinity edge with city skyline.
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After
Denver, CO · Mountain Build
Replaced fenced rectangle with infinity edge oriented toward Rockies view.
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