Gunite Pool Installation with Pavers and Lighting in Farmington Hills

Every backyard pool starts with dirt, a hole, and a plan. That's exactly where this Farmington Hills job began - raw earth, careful excavation, and the kind of precise grading work that determines whether a finished pool sits perfectly level or causes headaches for years down the road. Getting the ground right is everything.

Gunite pools are a step above your standard inground options. The material is sprayed directly onto a steel framework, which means the shape and structure are incredibly durable and customizable. It's not a quick process - but it's the right one when you want a pool that's built to last and built to look sharp.

On this job, the scope went well beyond just the pool shell. Pavers and lighting were part of the package, which means the finished backyard isn't just functional - it's a space people actually want to spend time in. Good lighting alone changes the whole feel of an outdoor area after dark.

The grading work that goes into a project like this is easy to overlook once everything is finished and polished. But underneath those pavers and around that pool shell, the ground has to be shaped, compacted, and sloped correctly. Water has to move away from the structure. The surrounding yard has to tie back in cleanly. That's where our grading work plays a big role in making the whole thing come together the right way.