Price guide · Swimming Pools
Swimming Pool Prices: The Cost of Splashing Out on a Pool
- Prices checked November 2026
Price guide
What new pool, installed costs
New pool, installed · By pool type; the size, the ground and the extras change it
From Cape Pools' published prices in Cape Town, checked November 2026.
Adds to the price
- Salt chlorinator+R8,000 to R15,000
- Heat pump for a mid-sized pool+R15,000 to R25,000
- PVC safety cover+R6,000 to R15,000
- Metal or PVC fence+R1,000 to R1,500 per metre
What these prices include: Cape Pools' 2026 estimates for Cape Town. Excavation, a salt chlorinator, a heat pump, a cover and fencing are extras. VAT basis not stated.
What changes the price: The size of the pool, the type or surface you choose, the ground and the access to it, and what an inspection finds.
Get a price for your job
Tell us the job and a swimming pools pro that covers your area calls you with a written quote.
What you can ask for
- New swimming poolsFibreglass or gunite pools built.
- Pool Repairs (Leaks, cracks, pool pumps)
- Pool Renovations (Relining, resurfacing)
- Pool cleaningRegular cleaning and chemical balancing.
- Pool leak detectionLeaks in pools and pool pipes found.
Budget for a pool net or cover
A safety net or cover is part of the cost of owning a pool. SANS 10134:2016 sets what one must do.
- Mesh size
- A safety net's square mesh is no larger than 80 mm x 80 mm, small enough that a young child cannot slip through.
- Strength for a rescue
- On a pool wider than 2.4 m, the net or cover must hold 220 kg, about two adults and a child, so a rescue can happen on it. On a smaller pool it must hold 125 kg.
- No gaps at the edge
- It must fit so that a child under five who falls onto it cannot slip between the net or cover and the side of the pool.
- Replace it
- The NSRI advises replacing nets and covers every five years, or at once if damaged, and checking fences and gates for rust and weak parts.
- Installed properly
- The NSRI recommends a professionally installed, certified net or solid cover, used and maintained to the maker's instructions.
SANS 10134:2016, The safety of swimming pools; NSRI, Swimming pool safety: protecting children starts at home (nsri.org.za). Checked November 2026.
More checked prices
2026 New Pool Price List
- New pool, installed: fibreglass, concrete (gunite), vinyl liner, custom: Fibreglass R75,000 to R150,000; concrete (gunite) from R100,000; vinyl liner about R50,000 to R100,000; custom or luxury from R250,000
- Extras: salt chlorinator, heat pump, safety cover, fencing: Salt chlorinator R8,000 to R15,000; heat pump R15,000 to R25,000; PVC safety cover R6,000 to R15,000; fencing R1,000 to R1,500 per metre
Prices checked 11 November 2026 ›
How Much Does a Fibreglass Pool Cost?
- New pool, installed: fibreglass, concrete (gunite), vinyl liner, custom: Fibreglass R75,000 to R150,000; concrete (gunite) from R100,000; vinyl liner about R50,000 to R100,000; custom or luxury from R250,000
- Extras: salt chlorinator, heat pump, safety cover, fencing: Salt chlorinator R8,000 to R15,000; heat pump R15,000 to R25,000; PVC safety cover R6,000 to R15,000; fencing R1,000 to R1,500 per metre
Prices checked 11 November 2026 ›
How much does a Swimming Pool cost?
- New pool, installed: fibreglass, concrete (gunite), vinyl liner, custom: Fibreglass R75,000 to R150,000; concrete (gunite) from R100,000; vinyl liner about R50,000 to R100,000; custom or luxury from R250,000
- Extras: salt chlorinator, heat pump, safety cover, fencing: Salt chlorinator R8,000 to R15,000; heat pump R15,000 to R25,000; PVC safety cover R6,000 to R15,000; fencing R1,000 to R1,500 per metre
Prices checked 11 November 2026 ›
Questions about these prices
Where do these prices come from?
From Cape Pools' own website: businesses that publish their own prices. We copied the figures as published and checked them on 11 November 2026. They are not quotes; every pro sets their own price.
Do I have to hire the pro who quotes?
No. You decide once you have the written quote.
The full guide
General advice, written June 2024.
Are you considering installing a swimming pool in your yard? A swimming pool is great for exercise, relaxation, and entertainment, and can also increase the value of your home. But how much is your pool going to cost? Let's look at your options and expenses.
On a Budget? Choose an Above-Ground Pool
If you've got your heart set on a swimming pool but have a limited budget, the most affordable option is an above-ground swimming pool.
Don't forget to include pool fencing in your budget. It is required by law in most provinces for pools over 300 mm deep. Fencing for an above-ground pool will likely be on the lower end of the scale.
How Much Does an In-Ground Pool Cost?
If you want to install an in-ground swimming pool, it's going to cost more.
Other Pool Installation Costs
It's not just the cost of a swimming pool itself that you need to consider. There are additional expenses to think about, some of which are required (such as pool fencing, which is a legal requirement) and some of which are luxury items (such as feature tiles and waterfalls). Also, consider what landscaping and pool surrounds you will have.
Water restrictions are in place in many parts of the country, and you may need to pay for the cost of filling the pool, depending on where you live. This can add thousands of rands to the total cost of your pool.
Once the pool is installed, you will need to maintain it, ensuring the water quality is appropriate and the pool stays clean. Also, consider lighting and heating costs. To save money, use solar heating and lighting systems.
Save yourself some money by using a pool cover to keep the water cleaner and reduce evaporation, and by running the filtration system during off-peak hours.
You will likely need to hire a pool specialist to handle the construction and installation of your pool. Ensure you get multiple quotes from pool builders first, as costs will vary between different areas and pool types. Before accepting a quote and signing a contract, make sure you understand exactly what you are getting for your money.
How it works
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Tell us the job
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A swimming pools pro who covers your area calls you
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Get a written quote and decide
