As the weather heats up across the Lone Star State, so too does residential swimming pool construction. According to the latest building permit data from HBW, a total of 511 new swimming pool construction permits were added across the four major metropolitan areas of Texas in April 2025—Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio.
While this figure reflects a slight month-over-month decrease of approximately 7% compared to 550 permits in the previous month (March), this type of short-term fluctuation is not unusual in the construction industry. Month-to-month changes are often driven by a variety of factors including weather patterns, scheduling backlogs, permitting timelines, and regional economic shifts. For construction professionals and suppliers, it is essential to analyze trends over longer periods before drawing conclusions about market direction.
Dallas Leads the Pack in Volume and Value
The Dallas area continues to lead in both permit volume and construction value, with 210 new permits on record and an estimated $47 million in new swimming pool construction for the month. The average value per project stood out at $223,712, significantly higher than other metro areas.
- Top Contractors:
- Riverbend Pools – 17 permits
- Gold Medal Pools – 13 permits
- G3 Pools – 7 permits
- Hotspot: Collin County accounted for 67 of the total permits, making it the most active area in the Dallas region.
Houston
In Houston, HBW reported 142 new pool construction permits, with a total value exceeding $13 million. The average value per permit came in at $92,139, reflecting steady market activity.
- Top Contractors:
- Blue Haven Pools – 8 permits
- Cypress Custom Pools – 8 permits
- Platinum Pools – 5 permits
- Hotspot: Harris County dominated the region with 98 new permits.
Austin
The Austin area held a total of 69 new swimming pool permits with a combined value over $5.5 million. The average project value was $80,096, and Travis County emerged as the core of activity with 50 permits.
- Top Contractors:
- Denali Pools – 4 permits
- Anthony & Sylvan Pools – 4 permits
- Cody Pools – 4 permits
San Antonio
San Antonio experienced the lowest volume of new permits this month, with approximately 40 new permits and a total construction value nearing $1.8 million. The average project value was $45,269, reflecting smaller-scale projects in comparison to other metro areas reviewed.
- Top Contractors:
- Keith Zars Pools – 6 permits
- Cody Pools – 5 permits
- Gary Pools SA – 5 permits
- Hotspot: Bexar County accounted for 35 of the approximately 40 permits, indicating a localized market.
Short-Term Shifts vs. Long-Term Trends
A month-over-month drop from 550 to 511 permits statewide—a 7% decrease—is well within the range of normal fluctuations in residential construction. Such changes often reflect timing in permit processing, seasonality, or brief pauses in project initiation rather than a shift in market demand.
Construction professionals should rely on quarterly and year-over-year data for a more comprehensive understanding of the swimming pool market. Trends in material costs, labor availability, regional housing starts, and consumer confidence also play critical roles in shaping future demand.
While April 2025 saw a modest dip in new swimming pool construction permits in Texas, the data reveals consistent demand across the state’s major metro areas. Dallas continues to set the pace with high-value installations, while Houston and Austin remain stable contributors. San Antonio’s market shows steady localized activity.
Professionals leveraging building permit data from trusted sources like HBW can stay ahead of the curve, adapt to local market conditions, and refine their business development strategies with precision.
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