What Our Customers Say
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Four years in and this pool still delivers on every promise made at the start. From the first consultation through swim day, the process was smooth and the crew was great to work with. They built exactly what we envisioned — the right shape, the right features, and a bubbler the kids love. When our pool light went out years later, they replaced it at no charge with a smile. Best decision we ever made.
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Fetter did an amazing job building my dad’s pool. They answered all his questions thoroughly and explained to him in detail step by step of the process. The workers are very professional and knowledgeable, they put his worries to ease. The pool itself is so beautiful, my parents love it! 10/10 I’d recommend them!
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My wife and I are very happy we went with Ultimate pools by Fetter for our pool. We talked to a couple of other companies and were impressed by Fetter because they didn’t try to talk us into anything we didn’t want. They were patient with us during our design phase as we started out wanting a spa and water feature and then changing our minds to just getting a pool. At no time did they try to talk us into into getting a particular pebble finish or plaster finish for the interior. Ross was straight forward about what he thought would work best for us and told us the pros and cons for every decision we made. He was great at explaining the process and what to expect each step of the way. Once the pool was complete, they have been great at answering all of our questions about pool chemistry too! We would definitely recommend using them to put in your pool! We went with a French Gray plaster and love the way the water color turned out.
Tracy, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Do smaller pools in Tracy still need to account for expansive clay? +
Yes. Tracy’s expansive clay — and the extremely expansive conditions in the Red Bridge area — affect every in-ground pool regardless of size. A plunge pool requires the same structural engineering provisions for soil movement as a full-size pool in the same location. Fetter’s site assessment identifies soil conditions for every project before the design is finalized.
What pool designs work best for smaller Tracy backyards? +
Geometric pools use space most efficiently and read as intentional in compact yards. Plunge and cocktail pools (10 to 15 feet long) work well for homeowners who want to cool off without lap-swimming dimensions. Integrated spillway spas add year-round functionality without significant additional footprint. Sheer descents and deck jets add water feature impact without the additional masonry load of rock waterfalls — worth considering given Tracy’s expansive soil conditions.
Does the encroachment permit apply to smaller pool projects in Tracy? +
Yes. The encroachment permit requirement and $5,000 restoration bond apply whenever excavation equipment must cross a public sidewalk or right-of-way to access the backyard — regardless of pool size. Fetter identifies whether this applies during the site assessment and manages the permit and bond as part of every project where it is required.
What are the setbacks for pool construction in Tracy? +
In Tracy, pools are generally required to be set back 5 feet from property lines and structures. This defines the design envelope on any lot, but is especially relevant for compact yards where every foot matters. Fetter verifies the specific setback requirements for each property during the site assessment before the design process begins.
Is Tracy a good market for pool investment on a smaller lot? +
Yes. Tracy’s high homeownership rate, strong median household income, and warm summers make pool investment a strong fit regardless of lot size. Many Bay Area commuters in Tracy use their backyard as their primary outdoor retreat — which increases the practical value of a well-designed pool and outdoor living space. The soil engineering requirements are more demanding than surrounding cities, but the investment holds its value in this market.