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How long does it take to build a pool?

From the first phone call to the first swim, here are the real timelines depending on the type of pool, and what can make them vary.

Updated in June 2026 · 4 min read

"And when will it be ready?" It's one of the first questions we're asked. The answer depends above all on the type of pool and on the permits. Here are some clear pointers.

Timelines by type of pool

Above-ground or wooden pool (kit): a few days of assembly.
Fibreglass pool: 1 to 3 weeks on site (excavation, installation, connections, finishing).
Custom concrete: 6 to 10 weeks on site, depending on the structure and the finishes.

On top of these on-site durations come, beforehand, the time for the study, the quote and above all the building permit.

Fibreglass pool installed quickly — A fibreglass pool is installed in just a few days: it's the fastest solution.

The main stages of a project

Study & quote: site visit, advice, proposal. A few days to two weeks.
Building permit: preparing the file, then review by the municipality, from a few weeks to a few months.
Excavation & structure: the most visible part of the works.
Plant room, finishes, coping.
Filling & training in maintenance.

What makes timelines vary

The building permit: often the longest factor, to be anticipated.
Access to the site: difficult access lengthens the excavation.
The weather: concrete and excavation are vulnerable to frost and heavy rain.
The chosen finishes (terrace, deck, equipment).
The season: spring is in high demand, so it's better to start your project ahead of time.

Our advice: plan ahead

To swim in the summer, the ideal is to launch your project the previous autumn or winter, giving you time to secure the permit calmly. We hand you a clear schedule right from the quote, with a single point of contact who coordinates everything.

Which pool is the fastest to install?

Above-ground and wooden kits (a few days), followed by the fibreglass pool (1 to 3 weeks). Concrete takes several weeks because it is poured on site.

How long does the building permit take?

From a few weeks to a few months depending on the municipality and the complexity of the project. It's generally the longest stage, to be anticipated in the schedule.

Can you build a pool in winter?

Some stages (concrete, excavation) are sensitive to frost, but winter is ideal for preparing the file and getting started so you're ready for the summer.

When should you launch your project to swim in the summer?

Ideally the previous autumn or winter, so you have time for the study, the permit and the works without rushing.

Would you like a precise schedule for your project?

Tell us what you have in mind: we'll give you realistic timelines right from the quote.

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