Chester County · 19382
Custom Pool Builder
in West Chester, PA
Serving homeowners in West Chester and Chester County with resort-quality pool design and construction.
West Chester Office
JHL Pools
701 S Franklin St, Suite #103
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 601-6358Hours
Monday – Saturday: 8am – 7pm
Sunday: Closed
Service Area
Neighborhoods We Serve
in Chester County
JHL Pools designs and builds custom pools throughout Chester County — from West Chester Borough to Birmingham Township and everywhere in between.
Zip Codes Served
19380 · 19382 · 19383 · 19317 · 19373 · 19350 · 19341 · 19335 · 19355 · 19372 · 19319
Why West Chester Homeowners Choose JHL
- ✦Local team based in West Chester
- ✦Deep knowledge of Chester County soil and drainage
- ✦Custom design from first consultation
- ✦Fully licensed and insured in Pennsylvania
- ✦5-star reviews from your neighbors
Custom Pool Design Studio — Not a General Contractor
JHL Pools is a custom gunite pool design studio — not a general pool contractor. The distinction matters. General contractors juggle multiple trade types and outsource pool work to subcontractors. Our team designs and builds only pools, spas, and outdoor environments. Every project is managed in-house, from the first design consultation through final pool startup.
We have spent 20+ years building pools specifically in Chester County — learning its soil profiles, permit offices, drainage patterns, and the aesthetic expectations of homeowners in this market. That depth of local knowledge is not replicable by a general contractor who builds pools as one of many services.
Credentials & Certifications
PA HIC License
#PA035784
BBB Rating
A+
Hayward
Authorized Dealer
Imagine Pools
Warranty Partner
Pool Services in West Chester
Inground Pools
Architect-grade inground pools engineered for your site, built in-house from excavation to final startup.
Gunite Pools
Steel-and-gunite shells with unlimited shape, depth, and finish — the standard for high-end Main Line pools.
Plunge Pools
Compact, spa-like pools designed for smaller lots and year-round dipping without sacrificing luxury.
Pool Renovation
Resurfacing, re-tiling, new coping, equipment upgrades, and full hardscape remodels for existing pools.
Pool & Patio Design
Travertine and bluestone patios, outdoor kitchens, and fire features designed as one outdoor room.
Landscape Packages
Pool, planting plan, lighting, and hardscape delivered together as one seamless backyard transformation.
Cost Guide
A transparent breakdown of what drives custom pool pricing in Chester and Delaware Counties.
Hardscape
Natural stone, pavers, retaining walls, and fire pits — the architecture beneath your feet.
Pool Houses
Custom pool houses, cabanas, and pavilions with changing rooms, storage, and outdoor kitchens built in.
Fiberglass Pools
Low-maintenance Imagine Pools fiberglass pools, professionally installed with fast build times and a lifetime structural warranty.
Spas & Hot Tubs
Integrated gunite spas and standalone hot tubs with spillways, hydrotherapy seating, and Hayward automation.
Maintenance & Service
Pool openings, closings, winterization, equipment service, and seasonal maintenance to protect your investment.
Cities We Serve
Custom Pool Building Across Chester County & the Main Line
Questions
West Chester Pool Builder FAQs
How much does a custom inground pool cost in West Chester, PA?
Custom inground gunite pool projects in Chester County typically range from about $75,000 to $300,000 or more, depending on size, shape, interior finish, and the surrounding patio and landscaping. JHL Pools provides a detailed estimate after a complimentary design consultation.
How long does it take to build a pool in West Chester?
A custom gunite pool in southeastern Pennsylvania generally takes about 10–16 weeks from permit approval to final walkthrough. Timelines vary with project scope, weather, and your municipality's permit process.
Do I need a permit to build a pool in Chester County?
Yes. Inground pools in Chester County require municipal building and zoning permits, and most townships have fencing, setback, and barrier requirements. JHL Pools manages permitting in the municipalities we serve.
Gunite or fiberglass — which is better for a West Chester backyard?
JHL Pools builds custom gunite (concrete) pools. Gunite allows unlimited shape, depth, and finish and stands up to our freeze-thaw climate, which is why it's the standard for high-end Chester County properties, where fiberglass shells are size- and shape-limited.
Is JHL Pools licensed and insured in Chester County?
Yes. JHL Pools holds Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor license #PA035784, is BBB A+ rated, Hayward Authorized, and an Imagine Pools Warranty Partner, and carries full insurance.
Does JHL Pools subcontract the construction?
No. JHL Pools is a custom pool design studio, not a general contractor. Our in-house team designs and builds the pool, spa, and surrounding environment from the first consultation through final startup.
Can you build a pool on a sloped or difficult lot in West Chester?
Yes. Gunite construction lets us turn grade changes into design features such as raised walls, vanishing edges, and integrated retaining. We assess soil, drainage, and access on every West Chester site before design.
What pool interior finishes do you offer?
We install premium finishes including Pebble Tec, quartz aggregate, and Diamond Brite, with glass and ceramic tile accents at waterlines, spillways, and vanishing edges.
Do you design the patio and landscaping too?
Yes. Most West Chester projects are full outdoor environments — pool, patio, hardscape, plantings, lighting, and features like fire pits and pergolas — designed and built as one project.
What's the best time of year to start a pool project in Chester County?
Design and permitting in fall or winter positions your project to build for spring and summer use. JHL Pools designs and constructs year-round and will map a timeline to your goal opening date.
Do you build plunge pools or smaller pools?
Yes. Plunge pools and compact designs are a great fit for smaller West Chester lots or for homeowners who want a spa-like pool in a tighter footprint.
What pool equipment and automation do you install?
We build with Hayward automation, heating, lighting, and sanitization systems so you can control your pool from your phone.
Do you offer pool renovations and remodels in West Chester?
Yes. We handle resurfacing, re-tiling, coping, equipment upgrades, and full patio and hardscape remodels for existing Chester County pools.
How deep should an inground pool be?
Most family pools run about 3.5 to 8 feet deep, with the depth profile designed around how you'll use the pool — lounging, swimming, or play. We tailor the depth to your design.
Is there a warranty on a JHL pool?
Yes. As an Imagine Pools Warranty Partner and Hayward Authorized builder, your pool and equipment are covered by manufacturer warranties alongside our own workmanship standards.
How do I get started with JHL Pools?
Request a complimentary design consultation. We'll discuss your vision, assess your West Chester property, and provide an investment range so you can plan with confidence. Call (610) 601-6358 or request a consultation online.
Our Work
Custom Pools We've Built Near West Chester
A selection of inground gunite pools, patios, and backyard environments JHL Pools has designed and built across Chester County and the Main Line.
Our Team
The Team Building Your Pool
The people who design and build every pool — in-house, start to finish.
TJ Warner
Owner & Founder
TJ founded JHL with a builder’s hands and a designer’s standards. He leads every custom gunite project from first concept through final pool startup, and personally walks the high-end builds across Chester County and the Main Line to hold the work to his name.
Drew Reish
General Manager
Drew runs JHL’s in-house crews and project schedules, coordinating excavation, gunite, plumbing, and finish work on one timeline so every pool is delivered on the date promised — without subcontractors handling the work that matters most.
Dan Sook
Lead Designer & Sales
Dan translates how a family actually lives into a buildable pool design — shaping the pool, spa, hardscape, and surrounding landscape together before a shovel hits the ground, so the finished backyard feels inevitable.
Reviews
Rated 5.0 on Google
Based on 10 verified Google reviews from JHL Pools homeowners.