Why Fall Is the Best Time to Build Your Dream Pool in Austin

October in Austin means cooler nights, pumpkin-spiced everything, and… pool construction season? Yep. While most people think summer is the “pool season,” smart homeowners know fall is actually the best time to start building.

Here’s why:

1. Beat the Spring Rush

By the time April hits, everyone in Austin decides they want a pool right now. Building in fall means you avoid long waitlists and get your spot on the schedule early.

2. Perfect Construction Weather

Texas summers are brutal, and winter brings unpredictable rain—but October sits right in that sweet spot. Mild weather = smoother, faster construction.

3. Enjoy a Ready-to-Swim Summer

Start in October, finish before the heat returns. Your pool will be ready right in time for cookouts, graduations, and long summer weekends.

4. Better Deals & Upgrades

Fall is when many manufacturers roll out new equipment and offer incentives on last season’s models. Translation: more value for you.

5. Ideal for Landscaping

Cooler temps help new plants establish around your pool so when summer hits, your backyard is already lush and photo-ready.

Want to break ground before the holiday chaos kicks in?

At Johnson Custom Pools, we design, build, maintain, and repair pools all across Austin and the Hill Country. Let’s start planning your dream backyard today. Contact Johnson Custom Pools today!