Reviewed and updated for 2026 by the Land-Con pool team.
Swimming Pool Builder & Contractor in Scarborough, Toronto
Looking for a swimming pool builder in Scarborough? Land-Con is a Toronto-area pool contractor with over 25 years of experience building concrete, fiberglass, and vinyl liner pools across Scarborough, from the Bluffs to Agincourt. Unlike pool-only specialists, our team handles the pool build and the landscaping around it — decking, planting, and hardscape — as one project, with City of Toronto permits and any TRCA requirements managed for you. We’re ICPI, Concrete Masonry, BILD, and Landscape Ontario certified, and rated 4.9/5 from 124+ verified HomeStars reviews.
- ★ 4.9/5 rating from 124+ verified HomeStars reviews
- ✓ 25+ Years Designing & Building Pools Across Southern Ontario
- ✓ Award-Winning — National & Provincial Landscape Design Honours
- ✓ Active Member of Landscape Ontario, BILD, ICPI & NCMA
- ✓ 5-Year Extended Warranty on All Workmanship, In-House Design & Build
Land-Con is based out of Aurora, led by Ofer Winkler & Jeremy Lerner, who between them have put in 40+ years building pools and landscapes across Southern Ontario. Scarborough’s pool market is competitive — Houzz alone lists over 200 swimming pool designers and installers serving the area. Among the pool companies in Scarborough, most treat landscaping as a separate add-on once the pool is finished. Land-Con designs and builds the pool, the deck, the patio, and the landscaping around it as a single coordinated project, so there’s no handoff between separate contractors once the water’s in.
Building a Pool on a Scarborough Property: What’s Different
Scarborough is a district within the City of Toronto — not a separate municipality — which means pool construction here runs through Toronto’s building permit process directly, not a Town office like a homeowner in Milton or Caledon would deal with. The district itself spans a wide area, from Victoria Park Avenue in the west toward the Pickering border in the east, Steeles Avenue in the north down to the Scarborough Bluffs on Lake Ontario — covering neighbourhoods like the Bluffs, Agincourt, Guildwood, Cliffside, and Rouge. That geography shapes a few things we check before we start digging:
Toronto building permits. Pool construction in Scarborough requires a City of Toronto building permit, along with fence/enclosure compliance under the municipal pool safety bylaw. We manage this application directly rather than leaving it to you to navigate Toronto’s permitting system.
TRCA near the Bluffs and ravine systems. Properties near the Scarborough Bluffs, Highland Creek, or other ravine and watercourse areas may require Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) approval in addition to the standard building permit. We check this early in the design phase, not after excavation has started.
Established neighbourhoods, mature landscaping. Many Scarborough properties are older, established homes rather than new-build subdivisions, which often means mature trees, existing garden beds, or older underground utility and sewer lines that need to be mapped against the proposed pool footprint before we finalize a design.
Larger lot sizes than downtown Toronto. Scarborough generally offers more backyard space than dense downtown neighbourhoods like Forest Hill or East York — real design room for a larger pool, a pool house, or more extensive landscaping than a tighter downtown lot would allow.
Custom Pool Design Scarborough Homeowners Can Actually Use
A custom pool design starts with how you’ll use the space, not just what looks good in a photo. Whether you’re planning a pool for a large family that entertains often, a quiet lap pool for exercise, or a design that takes advantage of Scarborough’s typically larger lot size, our design process works backward from actual use before locking in size, shape, and material.
Types of Pools We Build in Scarborough
We build all three, in-house, and which one makes sense usually comes down to your lot, your budget, and how long you’re willing to have equipment in the yard.
Fiberglass Pool Installation
The shell arrives built and goes in over a matter of days rather than weeks — worth knowing if your Scarborough property has limited side-yard access for equipment. The surface is smooth and low-maintenance, though shapes and sizes are limited to what the manufacturer produces.
Concrete Pool Construction
No two concrete pools we’ve built look the same — this is where vanishing edges, tanning ledges, unusual depths, or an odd-shaped lot get solved. It takes longer to build than fiberglass, but on Scarborough’s larger lots, it’s usually the pool people end up wanting.
Vinyl Liner Pool Construction
The most budget-friendly of the three custom options, with a wide range of shapes to choose from. The liner typically gets replaced every 10–15 years, which some homeowners actually prefer — it’s a chance to refresh the pool’s look without redoing the whole shell.
Our Pool Design & Construction Process
- Site Visit & Consultation — We visit your Scarborough property to assess lot access, grading, and any TRCA/ravine proximity, and discuss your budget and how you’ll use the pool.
- Design — Our in-house designers produce a full pool and landscape plan with 3D visualization, accounting for any TRCA or established-neighbourhood site conditions identified during the visit.
- Permits — We handle the City of Toronto building permit application and any additional TRCA approval your property requires.
- Construction — One in-house crew and project manager execute the build start to finish — excavation, pool shell, decking, fencing, and landscaping on a single coordinated schedule.
- Handover & Warranty — Final walkthrough, care instructions, and a five-year transferable workmanship warranty.
See our full pool design and build process for more detail on timelines and what to expect at each stage.
How Much Does a Pool Cost in Scarborough?
| Pool Type | Typical Cost Range | Notes for Scarborough Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl Liner | $60,000 – $90,000 | Most budget-friendly custom option |
| Fiberglass | $75,000 – $110,000 | Faster install — fewer days of on-site equipment access needed for tighter side-yard entries |
| Concrete (Custom) | $100,000 – $220,000+ | No shape/size limits — well suited to Scarborough’s larger backyard lots |
Final pricing depends on pool type, size, and site access — established neighbourhoods with mature trees or older utility lines can affect excavation planning, which is assessed during your free site visit rather than guessed at over the phone.
Why Homeowners in Scarborough Choose Land-Con
Most of the homeowners we quote in Scarborough are comparing three or four contractors at once, and the questions that come up over and over are pretty consistent: has this company actually built pools like mine, is it really their own crew doing the work, and what happens if something goes wrong once the crew packs up. Here’s a real review that speaks to that directly:
★★★★★
“We had a fair size project completed this July–August revamping the outdated front of the house and backyard landscaping. We tendered the job out and hired Land Con Ltd. for the project, dealing with Ofer direct. Their quote was reasonable, a company with solid work record and experience, good response and clear in their bid and negotiations. They did full replacement of the driveway base and pavers, walkway pavers, a new trench drain, front porch and stairs replacement, backyard deck renovation, hot tub concrete pad, sod, and soft landscaping. The owner had his crews organized, kept communication going, and updated us with every step of construction.”
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Certified & Award-Winning Pool Contractors Serving Scarborough
Our credentials as pool contractors serving Scarborough aren’t just marketing claims — they’re independently verified:
- HomeStars Best of Award — recognized for consistent customer satisfaction, rated 4.9/5 from 124+ reviews.
- ICPI Certified — certified in interlocking concrete pavement installation, relevant for pool decks and surrounds.
- Concrete Masonry Certified — verified expertise in concrete construction, critical for gunite pool durability.
- BILD Member — Building Industry and Land Development Association.
- Landscape Ontario Member — the province’s professional landscaping association.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pool Building in Scarborough
Do you build pools in Scarborough?
We do — fiberglass, concrete, and vinyl liner, across the Bluffs, Agincourt, Guildwood, Cliffside, Rouge, and the neighbourhoods in between.
How much does a pool cost in Scarborough?
Most projects land somewhere between $60,000 and $220,000+, depending on pool type, size, and site access. Vinyl liner tends to be the entry point; custom concrete runs the highest since there’s no real limit on shape or size.
Do I need a City of Toronto permit to build a pool in Scarborough?
Yes — pool construction requires a City of Toronto building permit and compliance with the municipal pool enclosure/fencing bylaw. We handle this application as part of your project.
Does TRCA approval apply to my property?
It can, if your property is near the Scarborough Bluffs, Highland Creek, or another ravine or watercourse area regulated by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. We check this during the initial site visit, before design work begins.
How long does pool construction take in Scarborough?
Most projects take 8–14 weeks from excavation to completion. Fiberglass installs move fastest since the shell arrives pre-formed; concrete pools take longer due to curing time. Permit timing and weather also affect the schedule.
What’s the difference between a concrete, fiberglass, and vinyl pool?
Concrete offers total design flexibility but costs more and takes longer to build. Fiberglass installs faster with lower long-term maintenance but comes in pre-set shapes and sizes. Vinyl is the most budget-friendly upfront but needs liner replacement every 10–15 years.
Do you handle pool design and construction in-house?
Yes — no subcontracted design work. The same people who plan the pool are the ones who show up to build it, from the first site visit through final handover.
What’s included in the 5-year warranty?
Workmanship on structural elements: pool shell, retaining walls, patios, and decking. It transfers to a new owner if you sell the house within the warranty period.
Related Reading
- Swimming Pool Design and Build
- Concrete Pool Installation: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
- Pool Builder Site Visit Checklist for Homeowners
- Pool Builders in Milton
- Pool Builders in Caledon
Serving Scarborough and the Surrounding Area
Land-Con builds pools for homeowners throughout Scarborough, including the Bluffs, Agincourt, Guildwood, Cliffside, Rouge, and neighbouring areas in Toronto, East York, North York, and Pickering. Whether your property is in an established Scarborough neighbourhood or a newer build closer to the Pickering border, our team plans the build around your specific site conditions.
Call 416.504.5263 or write to info@landcon.ca to schedule a free site visit for your Scarborough pool project.