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Posted by Parrot Bay Pools
Imagine this: it’s a warm summer afternoon, and you’re lounging by your brand-new pool, sipping a cold drink while the kids splash around. That dream doesn’t have to stay a distant vision. At Parrot Bay Pools, we’ve spent over 17 years perfecting the art of building stunning, custom pools across North Carolina—over a thousand masterpieces that speak to our craftsmanship. But we know what matters most to you: getting that pool built fast so you can start enjoying it sooner.
The good news? You don’t have to sacrifice quality for speed. With the right approach, you can accelerate your pool project without cutting corners. Here are five proven tips—plus a few insider secrets—to help you dive into your backyard oasis ahead of schedule. And because we’re Parrot Bay Pools, we’ll show you how our process stands out from the crowd, giving you the edge over the typical pool-building experience.
1. Finalize Your Design Early—and Go Pre-Fab Where Possible
The first step to a faster swimming pool is nailing down your vision upfront. Custom designs are gorgeous, but they can stretch timelines with back-and-forth revisions. Want to speed things up? Consider our in-stock fiberglass pools (a specialty of ours in North Carolina). These options cut weeks off the planning phase while still delivering a sleek, personalized look.
How We Stand Out: Unlike some competitors who focus heavily on bespoke concrete designs that can take months—Parrot Bay offers a hybrid approach. Our pre-fab fiberglass shells install in as little as 30 days, and our gunite and vinyl expertise lets us streamline even custom projects. You get speed and style, no compromise required.
Action Step: Contact us today to browse our design gallery and lock in your choice. The sooner you decide, the sooner we dig!
2. Leverage What you Already Have for Permits
Permitting can be a bottleneck—unless you’ve got a team that knows the ropes. Send us your exiting survey and septic layout or contact us to get one done so we can get started on permitting ASAP.
Competitor Insight: Competing companies often tout their nationwide reach, but their permitting process can lag due to less localized expertise. Parrot Bay’s regional focus means we’re in tune with your county’s rules, giving us a head start.
Action Step: Let us handle the red tape—just send us your plot plan or site survey (including septic layouts if you’ve got them).This helps us hit the ground running.
3. Schedule a Rapid Site Assessment
A quick site visit can make or break your timeline. Sloped yards, septic systems, or tricky access points? No problem—we’ve seen it all. Book a same-week assessment with us, and we’ll pinpoint any prep work needed to keep construction on track. The faster we scope your space, the faster we start digging.
Why We’re Different: Some builders rely on third-party contractors for site prep, which can delay coordination. At Parrot Bay, our in-house team handles this with you step-by-step. It’s why over 50% of our clients come from referrals—they trust our seamless execution.
Action Step: Call us at 919-888-0327 to schedule your site visit this week. Don’t have a plot plan? We’ll guide you through it!
4. Choose In-Stock Materials for Instant Availability
Supply chain delays can derail even the best-laid plans. That’s why we keep a robust inventory of tiles, pools, and equipment ready to go. Opting for these in-stock materials means no waiting on backorders—just pure progress.
Competitor Comparison: Big name pool copanies often push premium, custom-order finishes that sound great but can stall your project. Parrot Bay’s stocked options are just as beautiful and durable—think classic tiles or low-maintenance fiberglass finishes—without the wait.
Action Step: Ask about our in-stock selections when we chat. You’ll be surprised how fast “standard” can transform into “stunning” with our options such as travertine and reflective glass tile!
5. Lock in Your Build Slot Before the Rush
Here’s a little industry secret: spring and summer are peak seasons, and schedules fill up fast. Booking your slot now—especially in off-peak months like late winter or early spring—means we can start sooner and finish before the heat hits. Plus, leaner winter workloads allow us focus on your project with zero distractions.
Our Edge: Unlike seasonal discounters who slash prices but skimp on quality (a tactic we’ve seen from smaller outfits), Parrot Bay maintains consistent pricing year-round. Why? Because our reputation—backed by our numerous awards and APSP accreditations—doesn’t need gimmicks. We deliver excellence, fast, every time.
