Pool builder · Deerfield, IL

Over the Lake County line

Pool builders in Deerfield: start with new-build or renovation fit.

Two very different projects that start with the same site visit.

A new pool and an existing-pool renovation begin with the same discipline: assess the property, define the intended outdoor room and establish the scope before choosing materials or equipment. Deerfield is inside Wave's service area; request a consultation to start with the property and site assessment.

Design render of a pool with an outdoor kitchen, pergola and paver deck as one composed scene

Deerfield, Illinois

When evaluating a Deerfield pool contractor, identify the starting condition first: a new build, an existing-pool renovation, or surrounding deck and outdoor-environment work. Renovation scope depends on the pool in front of the team and should not be guessed from a photograph.

Deerfield lies east of Wave Outdoors Pools in Buffalo Grove.

Two starting points

Start from nothing, or start from what you have.

The design stage is where these two paths look most alike. In both cases we are working out what the finished space should be before anyone talks about materials.

Fiberglass freeform pool with a built-in bench, paver surround and wrought-iron fence
A new build: flagship custom gunite or concrete, or fiberglass when access, space, and shell form fit. See pool types.
Composite deck with a hot tub, privacy screen and lounge seating
Or a rebuild of the space around an existing pool, with the scope defined by an on-site assessment.

Renovation, honestly

We renovate existing pools. We will not tell you what yours needs from here.

Pool renovation and remodeling is a service Wave offers. The right scope depends on the existing pool: its construction, shell and equipment condition, surrounding deck and the changes the owner wants to make. A useful recommendation therefore starts with the actual property rather than a generic renovation package.

The site assessment separates what should remain, what may need attention and what belongs in a redesigned outdoor environment. That gives the homeowner a specific set of options instead of a list built around an industry average.

Renovation planning also accounts for the current permit and safety requirements tied to the proposed work. Wave handles village permits and engineering coordination for pool projects and installs code-compliant pool safety fencing.

In-ground pool enclosed by a black iron fence with a paver deck in a suburban backyard
An older pool often needs a current barrier, which is a design job before it is a fencing job.

Assessment checkpoint

Review the pool condition, renovation scope, surrounding deck, equipment and current safety requirements before selecting a solution.

Why you can hand us an unknown pool

The credentials that matter on a project with surprises in it.

Licensed and insured

A clear credential for both new construction and existing-pool renovation conversations.

20+ years of crew experience

Experience is what turns an unexpected finding into a decision rather than a delay.

10+ consecutive Best of Houzz Awards

10+ consecutive years of Best of Houzz Awards.

4.9★ Google rating

Warranty coverage is available. Coverage details depend on the selected pool system and components.

Nearby: pool builders in Northbrook, pool builders in Lake Forest, and pool builders in Buffalo Grove.

Deerfield questions

Five answers, including the ones we will not give from a distance

Both. Pool renovation and remodelling of existing pools is a service we offer. The scope depends on the pool, so the honest next step is a look rather than an estimate over the phone.

The renovation scope depends on the pool's construction, shell and equipment condition, surrounding deck and the changes you want to make. An on-site assessment turns those conditions into project-specific options.

The applicable requirement depends on the proposed work and the municipality. Wave handles village permit and engineering coordination so current requirements can be reflected in the project plan.

Heaters, automation and smart controls, and in-pool and pool-area lighting are all part of what we install. What fits your existing plumbing and electrical is a site question. See pool automation.

Yes. Custom 3D design is available as a paid add-on, and it is particularly useful on a rebuild, where the existing pool anchors the layout and everything else has to work around it. See 3D pool design.

Show us what is out there and we will tell you what it could be.

New build or rebuild, the first visit is the same. Contact us to discuss project budgets and payment options.