Let’s be honest.

If you’re thinking about building a pool in Las Vegas, there’s a good chance you’ve already asked yourself this:

“Is this actually worth it? Will I get my money back if I sell the house?”

You’re not alone. It’s one of the most common—and smartest—questions homeowners ask us. And as much as we love building pools, here’s the truth:

It depends on why you’re building the pool in the first place.

Let’s Talk Financial ROI (Return on Investment)

Most people want the numbers first. So here’s what you need to know:

• On average, you’ll get back 40–60% of what you spend on a pool when you sell your home.
• In hot markets like Las Vegas, that number can be higher—because pools aren’t just nice here. They’re expected.
• A $70,000 pool might boost your resale value by $30,000–$45,000, depending on your neighborhood, the design, and how well it’s maintained.

That means:
No, you probably won’t double your money. But yes, it could help your home sell faster—and for more—if you do it right.

But Here’s What Most Pool Companies Don’t Tell You:

The real return isn’t always financial.

It’s lifestyle.

When we ask past clients why they built their pool, the top answers are always the same:

• “We wanted to enjoy our backyard again.”
• “We love having friends and family over.”
• “It’s how we beat the heat without leaving home.”
• “It’s added so much peace and joy to our daily routine.”

You can’t measure that with a calculator—but it matters just as much, if not more.

If you’re actually going to use your pool—and love it—then for many homeowners, that’s ROI.

When a Pool Might Not Be Worth It

We’d be doing you a disservice if we didn’t mention this too.

A pool might not be the right investment if:

• You’re planning to sell your home in the next year or two
• You’re in a neighborhood where nobody has a pool (you may price yourself out)
• You’re not prepared for ongoing maintenance and utility costs
• Your yard is too small for a pool to make sense

Bottom line?

If you’re building a pool only for resale value, you may not get back what you have invested. However, we have also had clients tell us, “the pool sold the house”. So take it for what it is worth!

But if you’re building it because you want a better lifestyle, a place to create memories, and something that actually makes you want to be in your backyard?

Then yes—it’s worth it.

Want to run the numbers for your own property—or talk through how much it would actually cost to build? We’ll answer every question, give you honest feedback, and tell you if it’s not the right move.