What Is the Best Type of Pool for Your Home in Martha’s Vineyard or Cape Cod?

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Building a swimming pool is much more than a construction project. It is an art that blends engineering, pool design and craftsmanship to create spaces that elevate lifestyle, well-being and property value. At Millers Pools and Spa, every project is guided by excellence, transforming backyards across Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod into timeless outdoor sanctuaries.

From gunite pools and fiberglass pools to vinyl liner pools and Smart Pools, each type of installation has its own advantages, influencing aesthetics, maintenance and longevity. Choosing the right option depends on your lifestyle, the architecture of your home and how you want to enjoy your outdoor space.

Gunite Pools: The Standard of Custom Luxury

Built entirely on-site with reinforced concrete, gunite pools represent the highest level of customization. They offer unlimited freedom in shape, depth and design, allowing for features like infinity edges, sun shelves and integrated spas.

Construction Process: The process begins with excavation and the installation of a steel rebar structure, followed by sprayed concrete (gunite or shotcrete). After curing, finishes such as pebble, tile or EcoFinish are applied for beauty and durability.

Key Benefits: • Ideal for custom pool construction on sloped or irregular terrain • Compatible with EcoFinish coatings, which offer high resistance and refined colors • Unmatched durability and long-term value

Fiberglass Pools: Speed, Efficiency and Modern Design

Prefabricated in factory molds, fiberglass pools combine technology and convenience. Their smooth surface resists algae, requires less pool maintenance and keeps water chemistry balanced.

Construction Process: After excavation and preparation of a compacted base, the fiberglass shell is delivered and installed with precision. The result is a sleek, elegant pool ready to use in just days.

Key Benefits:

• Quick installation

• Low-maintenance surface

• Energy-efficient circulation systems and modern shapes

Perfect for homeowners who value aesthetics and speed without compromising quality.

Vinyl Liner Pools: Versatility and Comfort

For families seeking a balance between design and budget, vinyl liner pools are an excellent choice. Built with steel walls or a sand base, they adapt to almost any backyard size.

Construction Process: After the structure is assembled, a custom-fit vinyl liner is installed, offering a comfortable surface and a wide range of colors and patterns.

Key Benefits:

• Flexible sizing and shapes

• Soft, comfortable touch underfoot

• Affordable and easy to maintain

These pools are also suitable for pool remodeling projects, as liners can be replaced or upgraded for a fresh, new look.

Smart Pools: Technology, Compact Design and Sustainability

Smart Pools represent a new generation of small backyard pools, perfect for urban homes, rental properties or spaces that prioritize efficiency. They feature integrated filtration systems, smart automation and energy-saving equipment.

Construction Process: Unlike traditional in-ground pools, Smart Pools are prefabricated modular structures that can be installed above ground or semi-recessed, minimizing excavation and installation time.

Key Benefits:

• Fast installation with minimal disruption

• Smart control systems for temperature, lighting and water quality

• Sustainable, energy-efficient and ideal for compact spaces

Popular Pool Finishes: From Texture to Technology

Finishes define the pool’s character and longevity. At Millers Pools, we offer a curated selection that blends beauty and performance.

Pebble Finishes: Add a natural, textured look, ideal for gunite pools and coastal homes seeking organic aesthetics.

EcoFinish Coatings: Applied with heat, they deliver seamless surfaces, eliminate grout lines and increase chemical resistance. Commonly used in concrete and gunite pools, they combine style with durability.Vinyl Liners: Provide smoothness and comfort while allowing full creative freedom through patterns and colors.

Why Millers Pools and Spa?

From pool construction and resurfacing to maintenance and remodeling, we deliver end-to-end excellence. Our team’s experience ensures not just a flawless installation but an enduring space that reflects your lifestyle.

Whether you dream of a luxury gunite pool, a low-maintenance fiberglass pool or a Smart Pool with automated systems, we are here to guide you at every step, from design to daily care.

At Millers Pools, we do not just build pools. We create experiences that combine beauty, safety and innovation.