How Much Does it Cost to Build a Swimming Pool in Kenya?

Adding a swimming pool to any property greatly adds value to it. Even if it’s a private home for your family it’s always a great addition that adds luxury to your home. However not many people have swimming pools in their homes due to different factors like space, cost and others are just not comfortable sharing a swimming pool with their children so they just avoid it all together. But for those who treasure and dream of owning one, they always want to know how much does it cost to build a swimming pool in Kenya?

Before we answer this question, let us look at some important factors that determine the cost of constructing a swimming pool in Kenya.

Different factors that determine cost of constructing a swimming pool in Kenya

Size- the size of the swimming pool is a key determinant of its cost even without considering other factors. This is because the size determines the amount of materials to be used, duration it takes to build as well as manpower required. Therefore the bigger the size the higher the cost of building the swimming pool. This one of the main considerations when trying to figure out how much does it cost to build a swimming pool in Kenya.

Type- another major thing that must be established to help determine how much does it cost to build a swimming pool in Kenya is the type of the swimming pool. There are different types of swimming pools one can opt for. Since they all require different techniques, at times different materials, the cost also varies regardless of the other factors. Some swimming pools require unique materials and customizations which affects the cost.

Materials to be used- as indicated above, different types of swimming pools might need different materials. For this reason the type of materials used will also affect the final cost of the swimming pool. Some pools with unique features might require special/specific materials. Some of these materials might add to the final cost of the swimming pool. It is therefore very important that we establish what type of swimming pool you need so we can know the materials needed and as a result give you the right figure.

Intended use- the intended use of a swimming pool is another factor that determines what will be the final cost of building a swimming pool. A hotel swimming pool will cost different from a private home swimming pool. A public facility swimming pool like a school or sports facility will also cost different from any other pool. This is because each needs to be built in a particular way that is suitable for its intended use. This therefore means that some features of each will be different from the other and this in turns leads to difference in cost even if the other aspects might be the same.

Suitability/nature of ground/space to occupy the pool- in some cases, the ground might not be very suitable for a swimming pool and some prior work must be done to ensure it’s suitable. For example if the location is rocky, sloppy, with roots that might affect the structure over time etc. determining this beforehand is therefore very important.

Before we answer the question how much does it cost to build a swimming pool in Kenya and give you the right quote, we need to do a site visit to determine the above mentioned factors. This gives us a good overview of what you want and what’s required.

How much does it cost to build a swimming pool in Kenya?

As seen above, there are several factors that determine the cost of building a swimming pool. However to determine how much does it cost to build a swimming pool in Kenya, let us work with a standard swimming pool that does not require special features like heating, surface floor lighting or special material.

Standard cost of constructing a swimming pool in Kenya

A standard swimming pool of 12 meters by 6 meters will cost Ksh 2.6 million to 2.8 million.

A standard swimming pool of 8 meters by 4 meters will cost between Ksh 1.7 million to 1.9 million.

Below is a table of our swimming pool construction costs in Kenya shillings:

Size (Meters)	Labor Contract (Ksh)	Full Contract (Ksh)
4 Mtrs X 8 Mtrs	1,200,000	2,700,000 – 3,000,000
10 Mtrs X 5 Mtrs	1,300,000	3,000,000 – 3,200,000
12 Mtrs X 6 Mtrs	1,450,000	3,600,000 – 3,800,000
15 Mtrs X 7.5 Mtrs	1,550,000	4,300,000 – 4,500,000
18 Mtrs X 9 Mtrs	1,950,000	5,800,000 – 6,200,000
20 Mtrs X 10 Mtrs	2,100,000	7,000,000 – 7,400,000
25 Mtrs X 12.5 Mtrs	2,300,000	10,800,000 – 11,000,000
50 Mtrs X 25 Meters	3,500,000	21,000,000 – 23,000,000

NB: Costs are subject to change due to prevailing market rates for labour and costs of materials. The topography of the site also affects prices. Always consult us for a site visit to get an accurate quote of the cost.

The good news is that there are instances where the above costs can be reduced. Watertech is always looking to help you construct an affordable swimming pool without compromising the quality. At times these prices can come down a bit if we determine what ways we can apply cost cutting.

It’s our endeavour to build the most affordable swimming pools for our clients. Therefore if you have been searching how much does it cost to build a swimming pool in Kenya you have come to the right place.

Let us be your preferred service provider in this endeavour. We construct the best swimming pools in Kenya. Get in touch with us today to book a site visit or make more inquiries.