Family fibreglass swimming pool with sun loungers
Pools for Illawarra families

Swimming Pools Illawarra

Laps before work, a plunge to cool off or a family pool for long summer weekends. We'll help you find the pool that fits your backyard, lifestyle and budget.

★★★★★5.0 Google rating"Really easy team to deal with." Meelad Y.
SPASA Gold Winner 2024 NSW
SPASA Gold Winner 2024NSW fibreglass pool up to $120,000
6
Pool styles
Family, lap, plunge, spa, swim spa and pool with spa
Free
Site visit
Free quote and expert advice
1 to 7
Year finance
Swim Now Pay Later with Handypay
5.0
Google rating
From families we have built for
Pool finder

Which swimming pool suits your family?

Answer two quick questions and we'll point you to the pool types and designs worth a closer look.

What will you use your pool for most?
How much backyard space do you have?

Not sure what fits? Our free canibuild tool shows real pool designs on your own block.

Billabong fibreglass family pool
Our suggestion

A family pool

A medium family pool gives everyone room to swim and play while leaving space for entertaining.

Family fibreglass pool with outdoor lounge area
Life with a pool

Made for Illawarra outdoor living

With so many warm, sunny days, a backyard pool gets used here. Skip the crowded beaches and public pools, and enjoy a private place to relax, entertain and spend time together.

It's also a home upgrade. A well-designed pool lifts the look of your backyard and can add real value to your property.

  • A private space for family time and entertaining
  • More reasons for everyone to stay active
  • Low-maintenance fibreglass, so you swim more and clean less
Pool costs

What goes into your swimming pool quote

Every backyard is different, so every quote is too. These are the things that shape yours, and what you see on your quote is what you pay.

Pool size and shape

The design and length you choose for your backyard.

Site access

How easily machinery and the crane can reach your backyard affects the install.

Council approval type

Whether your block needs a CDC or a DA. We manage either for you.

Equipment and automation

Filtration, chlorination and the level of automation you want to run your pool.

Fencing and decking

The surrounds that finish your pool area and keep it safe.

Extras you add

Options like heating, LED lighting, swim jets and pool covers.

Pool safety

Pool safety rules for Illawarra families

NSW has clear rules for backyard pools and spas deeper than 300mm. They keep young children safe, and we plan your pool area around them from the start.

  • A child-resistant barrier at least 1.2m high, built to Australian Standard AS 1926.1.
  • A clear climb zone: keep furniture, pots and barbecues away from the fence so children can't use them to climb over.
  • A CPR sign near the pool, easy to read from 3m away.
  • Registration on the free NSW Swimming Pool Register.
  • Active supervision: no barrier replaces an adult watching young swimmers.
Before your site visit

Five things to think about

01
Who will swim most
Young kids, lap swimmers and entertainers all suit different shapes and depths.
02
Where the sun falls
A spot with afternoon sun keeps the water warmer and the area more inviting.
03
How you'll use the space around it
Leave room for paving, lounging and the pool fence, not just the water.
04
Your budget for the whole area
Include fencing, paving, landscaping and extras like heating, not just the pool.
05
Access to your backyard
Note side gates, sheds and trees. We'll check machinery and crane access on site.
Customer reviews

Families who love their new pool

Barrier Reef Pools Sydney South place picture
5.0
Based on 3 reviews
Meelad Yaqo profile picture
Meelad Yaqo
11 months ago
Really easy team to deal with. Professional, knowledgeable, and good communication throughout. Their work is always high quality and I’d happily recommend Barrier Reef Sydney South Pools to anyone looking at a fibreglass pool.
Deborah Ferry profile picture
Deborah Ferry
12 months ago
Though we didn't purchase a pool with Barrier Reef Sydney South, due to some perceived issues and extra needs with our land, we can highly recommend them for their service and knowledge on pools. We met with James several times, over phone and in person, and he was always generous with his time and thorough knowledge of pools and the pool industry. The quote provided was transparent - which we found hard to come by and really appreciated. I would highly recommend this company as one to reach out to. They also have great pools designs!
Response from the owner
12 months ago
Hi Deborah, Thank you for your review. It's great to hear that James is providing excellent customer service. 😀
Annie Alexiou profile picture
Annie Alexiou
1 year ago
Would highly recommend Rod and the team
They are really well priced, with great service and communication. Thank you for making the pool of our dreams!
Photo from customer review
Response from the owner
12 months ago
Thank you for your 5-star review!
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Get your free swimming pool quote

Tell us how you'd like to use your pool and we'll recommend the right type and size for your backyard.

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  • No hidden costs on your quote
  • Finance options available
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Swimming pool FAQs

Planning a pool for your Illawarra home

Our small pools run from 2.60m to 6.90m, and plunge pools use even less space. A free site visit is the quickest way to see what fits your block.
No. A fibreglass pool is low maintenance, so most of your weekend goes into swimming and relaxing rather than cleaning.
Yes. You can choose a design with a built-in spa or add a separate spa beside your pool. We can show you both options on your free site visit.
Family pools with a safety ledge for every swimmer, like the Sunseeker, are a popular choice for young swimmers. Tell us who will use the pool and we will suggest the right design.
Yes. Through Handypay you can borrow from $2,001 to $100,000 over 1 to 7 years, with no early repayment fees. Find out more on our Swim Now Pay Later page.
Yes. Book a free site visit and we will recommend the right pool type and size for your backyard and how you want to use it.