vast majority of the pool builders in SD specialize in gunite pools.
that being said, we ended up finding a vinyl pool builder and have really found it to be a cheaper yet equal alternative.
you’ll be looking at about $10k reduction in cost. the vinyl typically need to be replaced after 10 years, but the cost would be less than say replastering of the gunite, which runs about every 12-15 years.
we ended up taking the $10k in savings and get ourselves a pool cover and salt system. mantenance is very minimal if you got that set up. cleaning of filter is reduced to once a year because the pool is so much cleaner. no fishing of dead small rodents out of the pool on regular basis, and most importantly, dramatic reduction in evaporation of water.
