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Fiberglass Pool Installation in Paola, KS

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Pool Installation in Paola

Why Paola Homeowners Are Installing Pools

Paola has the one thing no city lot in the KC metro can give you — room, and plenty of it, to build the pool you actually want. On a Paola lot, there is usually space for a larger shell, a wider deck, and a real setback from the house — which opens up models that never fit a tight suburban yard. Kansas City summers run above 90 degrees through most of June, July, and August, and a home pool is the difference between enjoying that weather and hiding from it.

▶ KC summers average 90+°F for 60+ days — a pool pays for itself in daily use
▶ Property value boost of 5-8% on average for in-ground pools
▶ Outdoor living season runs April through October in Paola

Family enjoying a backyard fiberglass pool in Paola

Ford Concrete crew installing a fiberglass pool in Paola

The Ford Advantage

Full-Service Installation in Paola

Ford Concrete is an authorized dealer for Kisol, Elegance by Kisol, and Exclusive Pools — three of the strongest factory-built fiberglass lines on the market — and we install the shell, plumb it, backfill it, and pour the concrete deck with the same crew that handles our commercial work along US-169. For Park Square, Lake Miola, Hedge Lane, and the rest of Paola, that means one contractor, one schedule, and a 15-year structural warranty on the shell.

▶ Excavation + backfill + deck = one crew, one contract
▶ No sub-contractor handoffs — no scheduling gaps
▶ Aaron Ford answers the phone from first visit to final walkthrough

Why Fiberglass in Paola

Three reasons fiberglass dominates in the KC metro — and why a concrete contractor delivers a better pool than a pool-only company.

Built for Paola Soil

On a Paola acreage, fiberglass gives you options a suburban yard never has. The larger Kisol Master, Mediterranea, and Premium shells and the Exclusive Spazio and Spiaggia models all fit comfortably on a rural lot with room left over for a pool house, a pergola, or a larger concrete deck. Access is usually easier too — the crane that sets the shell has room to swing without taking down fences or trees. The structural case still matters: Kansas City's Wymore-Ladoga clay is the same clay out here as it is in the metro, and fiberglass handles the seasonal shrink-swell better than gunite does. And because Ford Concrete already runs commercial excavation and pad work along US-169, getting equipment to your Paola site is just another dispatch for our crew.

▶ No cracking — fiberglass flexes where gunite fractures
▶ Handles seasonal soil movement that KC clay delivers every year
▶ Backfill compacted to commercial foundation standards

Built for Paola Soil — fiberglass pool in Paola

How Much Does a Fiberglass Pool Cost in Paola?

Paola is the county seat of Miami County, roughly 45 miles south of the KC metro core, and the mobilization distance from Independence is the primary added cost variable for a pool project here. The one-time mobilization is spread across a multi-week installation, not charged per visit. Paola lots are generous by metro standards, and Miami County clay excavates without the limestone issues common in south Johnson County. Site access and crane staging are rarely a problem on Paola residential properties. The pool market in Paola is small but steady — homeowners here invest in properties they plan to keep, and a 15-year structural warranty fits that mindset. Pricing follows the KC metro range with a distance adjustment.

Fiberglass vs. Gunite vs. Vinyl Liner

Factor	Fiberglass	Gunite	Vinyl Liner
Installation	4-8 weeks	3-6 months	2-4 weeks
Maintenance	Lowest	Highest	Medium
Durability	25+ years	Replaster 10-15 yrs	Replace liner 7-10 yrs
KC Clay	Flexes with soil	Cracks	Frame shifts
Upfront Cost	Medium	Highest	Lowest
Warranty	15-year structural	Varies	Varies

In Paola, the clay soil argument is the decisive factor. Fiberglass flexes with seasonal soil movement instead of cracking. Add lower lifetime maintenance, no replastering, and a 15-year structural warranty, and fiberglass is the clear winner for Paola homeowners.

See the full comparison on our pool installation hub →

Pool Permits in Paola

Paola requires a pool permit through the City of Paola or Miami County building department. A separate electrical permit for the equipment pad is standard. Barrier fencing requirements apply. Ford Concrete handles all permit applications, utility locates, and inspections as part of your installation.

Best Time to Install a Pool in Paola

Spring (Mar-May)

The ideal window — ground thaws, permits clear, and the pool is finished before summer heat hits Paola.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Still buildable, but the schedule is tighter and you lose early-season swim days while the crew works.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Late installs can finish before the ground freezes — you open the pool in March instead of June.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Book now and lock your spring slot — consultations, design, and permits happen while the ground is frozen.

Pool Installation Near Paola Neighborhoods

Paola is a community of roughly 5,800 people where pool installations happen on individual residential properties and rural acreages rather than in large planned subdivisions. The neighborhoods on the north and east sides of town have the most residential density, while properties along the Marais des Cygnes River valley south of town offer larger lots with natural settings. Paola homeowners who invest in a pool tend to be long-term residents who value the small-town quality of life — a backyard pool extends that lifestyle through the Kansas City summer months.

Pool Models for Paola Backyards

Browse all 33 fiberglass pool models available for installation in Paola. Paola is at the southern edge of our regular Kansas service area — same crew, same 15-year warranty, same installation quality.

Kisol Fiberglass Pools

Gelcoat finish available in White, Blue, and Grey

Evolution

A flagship rectangular model from the Kisol line with an elevated deck profile and clean geometric lines

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 600	11.2 × 19.7	4.7'	3,600
KS 700	12.5 × 23	4.7'	4,900
KS 800	13.8 × 26.3	4.7'	6,200

Infinity Spa

An Infinity series Kisol model with an integrated spa for year-round relaxation

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 600	9.9 × 19.7	4.7'	3,700
KS 700	10.5 × 23	4.7'	4,900
KS 800	11.5 × 26.3	4.7'	6,400
KS 1000	11.5 × 32.8	4.7'	8,600

Infinity Praia

An Infinity series Kisol model with a beach-entry tanning ledge for a resort-style experience

Tanning LedgeBuilt-In SeatingBeach Entry

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 600	9.9 × 19.7	4.7'	3,700
KS 700	10.5 × 23	4.7'	4,900
KS 800	11.5 × 26.3	4.7'	6,400

Infinity Escada

An Infinity series Kisol model with a built-in entry staircase for elegant pool access

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 500	8.5 × 16.4	4.7'	3,400
KS 600	9.8 × 19.6	4.7'	4,800
KS 700	10.5 × 23	4.7'	5,900
KS 800	11.5 × 26.3	4.7'	7,600

Slim Spa

A narrow-footprint Kisol model with an integrated spa, designed for tight lot lines

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 500	7.2 × 16.4	4.7'	2,280
KS 600	8.2 × 19.7	4.7'	3,230
KS 700	8.8 × 23	4.7'	4,130
KS 800	9.9 × 26.3	4.7'	6,100

Infinity Slim

A narrow-footprint Kisol model for tight lot lines, available in a wide range of sizes

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 330	6.6 × 10.9	4.1'	1,200
KS 400	6.6 × 13.1	4.7'	1,800
KS 500	7.2 × 16.4	4.7'	2,300
KS 600	8.2 × 19.7	4.7'	3,500
KS 700	8.8 × 23	4.7'	4,300

Havai

A tropical-inspired freeform Kisol model with organic curved lines

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 500	11.3 × 16.4	4.7'	3,400
KS 600	11.3 × 19.7	4.7'	4,000
KS 700	12.5 × 23	4.7'	5,700
KS 800	13.8 × 26.3	4.7'	7,300

Mediterranea Spa

A Mediterranean-inspired oval Kisol model with an integrated round spa

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 500	9.8 × 16.4	4.7'	3,300
KS 600	9.8 × 19.7	4.7'	4,300
KS 700	11.5 × 23	4.7'	6,100
KS 800	11.5 × 26.3	4.7'	7,400

Mediterranea

A Mediterranean-inspired oval Kisol model with elegant rounded ends

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 600	9.9 × 19.7	4.7'	3,600
KS 700	11.5 × 23	4.7'	6,400
KS 800	13.2 × 26.3	4.7'	9,000
KS 900	13.8 × 29.6	4.7'	10,900

Premium

A premium-tier rectangular Kisol model with the widest size range in the line

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 400	6.9 × 13.1	3.3'	1,600
KS 500	8.2 × 16.4	4.1'	3,000
KS 600	8.9 × 19.7	4.3'	4,300
KS 700	9.5 × 23	4.3'	6,600
KS 800	10.2 × 26.3	4.3'	6,868
KS 900	11.8 × 29.5	4.3'	8,800
KS 1000	13.5 × 32.8	4.3'	11,400

Sport

A lap/sport-oriented Kisol model designed for swimming laps and active use

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 350	8.2 × 11.5	3.3'	2,100
KS 400	8.6 × 13.2	4.7'	3,000
KS 500	8.6 × 16.4	4.7'	3,700
KS 600	9.2 × 19.7	4.7'	4,800
KS 700	10.5 × 23	4.7'	6,900

Master

A large-format freeform Kisol model with organic curves and a wide size range

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
KS 380	6.9 × 12.5	3'	1,100
KS 500	8.5 × 16.4	4.7'	2,700
KS 600	9.2 × 19.7	4.7'	3,700
KS 700	10.5 × 23	4.7'	5,300
KS 800	11.5 × 26.3	4.7'	6,900

Elegance by Kisol

Custom ceramic tile finish by Strufaldi

Elegance Escada

An Elegance line model with a built-in entry staircase, finished with full Strufaldi ceramic tile coating

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
EL 400	6.7 × 13.2	3'	1,400
EL 500	8.8 × 16.7	4.7'	3,600
EL 600	10 × 20	4.7'	5,000
EL 700	10.5 × 23	4.7'	6,500
EL 800	11.5 × 26.5	4.7'	8,400
EL 900	11.5 × 30	4.7'	9,500
EL 1000	11.5 × 33	4.7'	10,700

Elegance Praia

An Elegance line model with a beach-entry tanning ledge and full Strufaldi ceramic tile coating

Tanning LedgeBuilt-In SeatingBeach Entry

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
EL 600	10 × 20	4.7'	4,100
EL 700	10.5 × 23	4.7'	5,400
EL 800	11.5 × 26.5	4.7'	6,900
EL 900	11.5 × 30	4.7'	8,100
EL 1000	11.5 × 33	4.7'	9,500

Elegance Spa

An Elegance line model with an integrated spa and full Strufaldi ceramic tile coating

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
EL 600	10 × 20	4.7'	4,100
EL 700	10.5 × 23	4.7'	5,400
EL 800	11.5 × 26.5	4.7'	6,900
EL 900	11.5 × 30	4.7'	8,100
EL 1000	11.5 × 33	4.7'	9,500

Elegance Diamond

A diamond-profile corner model from the Elegance line with full Strufaldi ceramic tile coating

Built-In Seating

Variant	Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Diamond	EL 228	7.4 × 7.4	3.3'	800
Diamond	EL 280	9.1 × 9.1	3.3'	1,600
Diamond L	EL 280	9.1 × 9.1	3.3'	1,500
Diamond Tradicional	EL 280	9.1 × 9.1	3.3'	1,500
Diamond Transparent	EL 280	9.1 × 9.1	3.3'	1,500

Elegance Retro

A retro-styled square corner model from the Elegance line with full Strufaldi ceramic tile coating

Built-In Seating

Variant	Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Retro	EL 228	7.4 × 7.4	3.3'	900
Retro	EL 280	9.1 × 9.1	3.3'	1,900
Retro L	EL 280	9.1 × 9.1	3.3'	1,900
Retro Tradicional	EL 280	9.1 × 9.1	3.3'	1,900
Retro Transparent	EL 280	9.1 × 9.1	3.3'	1,500

Elegance Praia Transparent

A transparent-finish variant of the Elegance Praia with glass-insert walls

Tanning LedgeBuilt-In SeatingBeach Entry

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
EL 480	8 × 16	3.7'	2,000

Exclusive Pools

Premium fiberglass pool line

Piazza Spa

The Piazza Spa is a modern yet traditional model with innovative details and an integrated spa

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Piazza 600	9.9 × 19.7	4.7'	4,000
Piazza 700	11.5 × 22.1	4.7'	6,500

New Fiori

New Fiori is a fashionable swimming pool with a rectangular design that delights everyone

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
New Fiori 300	6.6 × 9.9	3.3'	1,300
New Fiori 400	7.5 × 13.1	4.7'	2,100
New Fiori 500	8.2 × 16.4	4.7'	3,000
New Fiori 600	9.9 × 19.7	4.7'	4,400

Passione Spa

The Passione Spa delivers perfect pool and spa interaction for the entire family

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Size 1	13.1 × 14.8	4.7'	3,000
Size 2	11.5 × 21.4	4.7'	4,300
Size 3	13.1 × 26.3	4.7'	6,600

Veneza

The Veneza maximizes usage of your space, featuring a bench, tanning ledge, and spa

SpaTanning LedgeBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Veneza (with spa)	13.1 × 32.9	4.7'	10,700
Veneza (without spa)	13.1 × 32.8	4.7'	10,100

Capri

Capri features a unique freeform design that adapts to any project

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Capri 700	9.9 × 22.1	4.5'	3,400
Capri 900	13.1 × 29.6	4.5'	6,100

Florenca

The Florenca features straight, modern lines integrating the pool with a heated spa

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Florenca	8.2 × 19.7	4.7'	3,200

Curve 20

A curved freeform model with flowing lines and a generous swim area

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Curve 20	10 × 19.7	4.7'	4,000

Spiaggia

The Spiaggia features an innovative design with an extended tanning ledge

Tanning LedgeBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Spiaggia 600	9.9 × 19.7	4.6'	4,700
Spiaggia 700	11.5 × 22.1	4.6'	6,400
Spiaggia 800	13.1 × 26.3	4.6'	8,700

Spazio

A spacious rectangular model available in three generous sizes

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Spazio 700	11.5 × 22.1	4.7'	7,100
Spazio 800	13.1 × 26.3	4.7'	9,200
Spazio 1000	13.8 × 32.8	4.7'	13,000

Passione Praia

Passione Praia combines pool function with a beach-entry style tanning ledge

Tanning LedgeBuilt-In SeatingBeach Entry

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Passione Praia 650	10.5 × 21.3	4.7'	3,600
Passione Praia 820	13.29 × 26.9	4.7'	6,100

Sole

The Sole line offers compact-to-midsize oval pools with smooth rounded edges

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Sole 500	8.5 × 16.4	4.7'	2,600
Sole 601	8.5 × 19.7	4.7'	2,600
Sole 600	9.9 × 19.7	4.7'	3,500
Sole 700	11.5 × 22.1	4.7'	5,200

Siena

Siena offers clean oval lines in two sizes for a classic look

Built-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Siena 600	9.9 × 19.7	4.7'	2,800
Siena 800	13.1 × 26.2	4.7'	5,300

Diamond

A compact square spa from the Spas and Kids Pool section

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Diamond	10 × 10.8	3.6'	1,500

Luna

A compact oval spa and plunge pool for relaxation

SpaBuilt-In Seating

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Luna (small)	3 × 7.4	—	550
Luna (standard)	2.5 × 7.5	—	690

Bambino

A kids pool designed for safe, supervised fun

Size	Dimensions	Depth	Gallons
Bambino	5.9 × 7.8	2.3'	449

Not sure which model fits your Paola backyard? Aaron will measure your space and recommend the right pool.

One Crew. Dig to Deck.

The full Paola fiberglass pool installation — shell, plumbing, backfill, concrete deck, and startup — run by the same Ford Concrete crew from day one to day last. Eight steps, one phone number.

Site Visit & Quote

Aaron walks your Paola backyard, measures access, and builds a line-item quote — shell, deck, equipment, permits.

Design & Model Selection

We finalize the shell model, gelcoat or Strufaldi tile finish, deck footprint, and equipment package.

Permits & Utility Locate

We pull the Paola pool permit, the electrical permit, and schedule the utility locate.

Excavation

Dig day. Our crew excavates to shell spec, preps the base, and stages the dig spoils.

Shell Set & Plumbing

The crane sets the factory shell in the hole. We plumb skimmer, returns, main drain, and equipment pad.

Structural Backfill

Compacted structural fill in lifts around the shell — the same backfill spec we use on commercial foundations.

Concrete Deck Pour

Same crew pours the concrete deck — broom, stamped, stained, or integrally colored — the finish you chose in step 2.

Startup & Walkthrough

Equipment startup, water chemistry balance, and the final walkthrough. Warranty paperwork in hand before we leave.

Pool + Deck Packages

Every pool needs a great deck — and Ford pours both. Choose the finish that matches your Paola backyard.

Stamped

Textured, patterned concrete deck. Slate, flagstone, and Ashlar patterns. A premium finish for an entertaining-focused Paola backyard.

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Stained

Acid-stained or integrally-colored concrete. Subtle, natural tones that age gracefully around a fiberglass shell in Paola.

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Broom

The classic slip-resistant broom finish. Clean, timeless, and the most cost-effective finish for a Paola pool deck.

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Pool Installation FAQs — Paola, KS

What is the best pool size for a typical Paola backyard?

For most Paola yards, a shell in the 14-by-28 to 16-by-32 range is the sweet spot — big enough to swim a real lap, small enough to leave room for a generous concrete deck and a seating area. On tighter lots, the Kisol Slim and Sole lines drop to 10-by-20 without losing depth. On larger Paola properties, models like the Spazio, Master, and Mediterranea stretch past 32 feet. We size the pool to the yard during the free consultation, not from a catalog photo.

Does Ford Concrete pour the pool deck too?

Yes — and that is the single biggest reason Paola homeowners hire us over a pool-only company. Our same crew that sets your shell pours the concrete deck, whether you want a standard broom finish, stamped concrete, stained concrete, or an integral color. One crew, one contract, one phone number, and no scheduling gap between the pool installer and the deck contractor. See the pool decks page and the stamped concrete page for finish options.

What is the difference between fiberglass and concrete pools in Paola?

A gunite or shotcrete concrete pool is built on-site by spraying concrete into a rebar cage, then plastering and tiling it. The build takes three to six months, chemical usage is higher because of the rough plaster, and replastering comes due every 10 to 15 years. A fiberglass pool is factory-built, installed in four to eight weeks, carries a smooth low-chemical gelcoat surface, and never needs replastering. For a Paola backyard and Miami County clay, fiberglass is the faster, cleaner, longer-warranty path.

How much does a fiberglass pool cost in Paola, KS?

Fiberglass pool installation in Paola typically starts in the mid five figures for a compact Kisol Slim or Sole model and climbs into the low six figures for a larger Exclusive model with a spa, tanning ledge, and a stamped concrete deck. The shell, the deck size, site access, and the equipment package all move the number. The honest answer only comes from a site visit — Aaron walks your yard, measures the space, and builds a line-item bid. Call (816) 721-1699 to schedule a walk-through.

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