A Pool and Spa Designed Together From the Ground Up
When a spa is engineered alongside your pool from day one, everything changes. The proportions work. The materials flow. The water features feel like they belong because they were planned that way.
At Relax Pools, we build custom gunite pools and spas for homeowners across Nokesville, Gainesville, Haymarket, Bristow, Manassas, and Warrenton. Every project starts with your backyard, your vision, and a structure built in gunite, the most durable and design-flexible construction method available.
This isn't a catalog selection. This is a fully custom inground pool and spa, shaped to fit your property and built to perform for decades.
Custom Shape & Configuration
Integrated Spillways & Water Features
Heating, Jets & Equipment
Whether you're envisioning a classic rectangle with an attached spa, a freeform design with a raised spillover, or a fully custom shape designed around your yard, gunite builds it exactly. We serve homeowners throughout Prince William County and Fauquier County, where lot sizes and terrain vary significantly. We design to fit your specific property.
A spa that spills into your pool creates something you feel, not just see. We engineer the water flow, sound, and sight lines so the entire space works together as one cohesive design.
Your spa should perform in every season. We size heating systems, place jets, and select equipment built for Northern Virginia winters so your investment works year-round, not just in the middle of summer.
Gunite construction gives us design freedom that prefabricated pools simply can't match. Every curve, depth, seat, and jet placement is engineered to your specifications — and built to hold up in Virginia's climate, soil conditions, and freeze-thaw cycles.
What Sets Gunite Apart
Relax Pools is based in Nokesville, VA, which means we're not a regional franchise dispatching crews from two counties away.
We build in Gainesville, Haymarket, Bristow, Manassas, Warrenton, and the surrounding communities because this is our home territory. We know the soil. We know the permit process. We know what it takes to build a pool that lasts here.
When you work with us, you get a builder who shows up, communicates clearly, and holds every project to the same standard, whether it's a simple inground pool or a fully custom pool and spa with water features.
Prince William County's Custom Gunite Pool Builder
- Linda Ables
Choosing Relax Pools of NOVA to construct our dream pool was the best decision we made! From start to finish, their professionalism and attention to detail were exceptional. Jake and his team’s expertise turned our vision into a stunning reality. The craftsmanship is top-notch, and the quality of materials used is evident. Communication throughout the process was excellent, and the insight and recommendations they provided were honest and clear. Our family and friends are in awe of our beautiful new pool, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Thank you, Relax Pools of NOVA for creating our personal oasis!
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- Pavluchuk
Relax pools was amazing to work with. The pool came out great and the team was fantastic to work with. Even after the pool was done, they make sure things are working the right way. Jake and his team truly care and their passion and work ethic come through in what is an amazing product!
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- Dani Mullins
Jake with Relax Pools has been amazing to work with. Professional, responsive, and efficient are just a few words that come to mind. We got several quotes from local pool builders and I'm so glad we chose Relax Pools. Our pool is underway - and the process has been better than I could have imagined! I recommend Relax Pools to anyone who wants a professional and reliable pool builder!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Most custom gunite pool projects take approximately 8–12 weeks once construction begins. The overall timeline can vary depending on permitting, weather conditions, and design complexity. Northern Virginia projects often require HOA approvals and county permits, which we guide you through to help keep the process moving smoothly.
Gunite pools are fully custom-built on site, offering complete flexibility in size, shape, and depth. Fiberglass pools are pre-manufactured shells installed in a shorter timeframe. Gunite is ideal for homeowners seeking a completely customized design, while fiberglass may be a fit for those prioritizing speed of installation. We help you evaluate which option best fits your property and goals.
Yes. We assist with county permitting requirements and provide documentation needed for HOA review. Northern Virginia neighborhoods often have specific guidelines, and we ensure your design aligns with local requirements before construction begins.
Absolutely. We specialize in cohesive outdoor environments that may include spas, water features, fire elements, hardscaping, seating areas, and other outdoor living components. Our goal is to ensure your pool integrates seamlessly with the overall layout of your property.
Homeowners commonly choose to incorporate raised spas, tanning ledges, waterfalls, deck jets, fire features, seating walls, and upgraded patio or paver surfaces. These features are engineered into the original design to ensure structural integrity and balanced aesthetics.
Costs vary based on size, materials, site conditions, and added features. Because every project is fully customized, we provide detailed proposals following an on-site consultation and design discussion. Our focus is on long-term durability and craftsmanship rather than one-size-fits-all pricing.
We provide both. Pool renovations may include resurfacing, tile and coping replacement, structural repairs, equipment upgrades, or full aesthetic redesigns. Renovation is often an excellent option for extending the lifespan of an aging pool while modernizing its appearance.
In many cases, yes. Older pools can often be upgraded with new finishes, energy-efficient equipment, updated lighting, integrated spas, or safety features such as automatic covers. A structural evaluation helps determine what improvements are possible.
Jake personally oversees each project from design through completion. We intentionally limit the number of pools we build each year to maintain direct oversight, clear communication, and high construction standards.
The best time to begin planning is several months before your desired swim season. In Northern Virginia, demand typically increases in late winter and early spring. Starting early allows time for design, permitting, and proper scheduling to ensure your project is completed efficiently.