Building a pool is one of the most significant investments you'll make in your property — and in your family's quality of life. At Legendary Pools, we've been designing and building custom swimming pools in San Martin and across the Bay Area since 1989.
Watch a Legendary Pools construction project from excavation to finished pool.
Most pool builders learn their trade somewhere else and bring generic methods to Bay Area backyards. We were born here. We know that the expansive clay soil in San Martin, Morgan Hill, and Los Gatos shifts with the seasons and demands specific shell engineering.
We know that mineral-rich water from local sources requires particular surface treatments to prevent staining and scaling. We know that the oak and eucalyptus trees common to hillside properties in Saratoga, Los Altos Hills, and Woodside need to be accounted for in drainage planning from day one.
35+ Years of experience across Santa Clara & San Mateo Counties.
Turning your dream into a backyard oasis
We sit in your backyard and figure out where the sun hits, how the land slopes, and what your dream looks like.
Full-service inground pool builds from permit to final inspection, with our own crew.
Faster timelines and lower investment — professionally installed and fully permitted.
The most durable option, fully customizable in any shape. Built for Bay Area clay soil.
Integrated pool and spa designs for year-round use — heated and ready any season.
Pumps, heaters, filters, automation systems — installed right from day one.
You can watch the full process in the video above. Here's what to expect from start to finish:
We come to your backyard. We assess sun exposure, land slope, soil conditions, access for equipment, and drainage. You tell us your vision and your budget. We tell you what's realistic.
We create the design and handle all permit applications with your city or county. In the Bay Area, permits typically take 4-10 weeks depending on jurisdiction.
Once permits are approved, we excavate using skid steers and excavators. Bay Area clay soil requires specific techniques to prevent collapse.
We install the structural steel framework and all plumbing lines — returns, drains, suction lines, and equipment pads.
We apply pneumatically projected concrete (gunite) over the steel framework. This creates the shell of the pool.
We install waterline tile, coping stones, and the surrounding deck surface. This is where your design choices become visible.
We install all mechanical equipment — pump, filter, heater, automation system, and lighting. Everything is plumbed, wired, and tested.
The final interior surface is applied and the pool is filled with water. Chemistry is balanced. Equipment is commissioned.
Every backyard is different. Every family has different priorities. We build pools in every style, material, and configuration.
We're a family-owned, Latina- and women-owned business with over 35 years of experience building pools across the Bay Area.
We build custom pools throughout Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, Marin County, and Contra Costa County. Our pool construction service area includes San Martin, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, San Jose, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Atherton, Menlo Park, Woodside, Portola Valley, Hillsborough, San Mateo, San Carlos, Danville, Alamo, Lafayette, Orinda, Tiburon, Belvedere, Mill Valley, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, and Mountain View.
Pool construction in the Bay Area typically takes 8-14 weeks from permit approval to first swim. The best time to start is now.
"We'll come to your backyard, assess the site, and give you a realistic picture."
A custom swimming pool is more than a place to swim; it is a masterpiece of personal expression. Discover how tailored shapes, integrated landscaping, and luxury amenities redefine your backyard into an extraordinary outdoor living area.
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A custom pool is where artistic vision meets structural engineering. Explore how professional builders transform abstract dreams into technical blueprints to create your perfect backyard sanctuary.
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Our experts are ready to bring your vision to life. Schedule a consultation to start your dream project.
Call Us
(408) 204-6185
Our Location
13495 Center Ave
San Martin, CA 95046
Email Us
rickpadilla1969@yahoo.com