At High Prairie Outdoors & Pools, our in-house pool builders work closely with you to learn how your family relaxes, has fun, and connects. We call this the Three Pillars of Memory-Making. Once we understand what drives your best experiences, we can design and build a pool, spa, and outdoor living area that is perfect for your home in Stilwell, Kansas.
Our luxury pools can include a number of excellent features, including water slides, waterfalls, infinity edges, and attached spas. Whether you choose a gunite or stainless steel pool, you will enjoy long-lasting durability and customization. In addition to design and installation, we also offer post-construction care of your pool. In fact, we have so many professionals on our team, including designers, licensed general contractors, and Lean Six Sigma-trained project managers, that you can trust us with every aspect of your outdoor living project.
Say goodbye to the hassle of hiring multiple contractors, and say hello to the ease and simplicity of working with the High Prairie Outdoors & Pools team! When the project is finished, rely on us for year-long pool maintenance, too.
Our pool building process comes with the exceptional customer service that we are known for. Expect us to show up on time and respect you and your property. You will receive one point of contact, making communication easy and effective. Our entire team is dedicated to creating high-quality, personalized pools that provide meaningful experiences for you and your family now and in the years to come. Take a look at our Pool Guide to learn more, and contact us today to get started.
Take Advantage of Our Years of Experience Designing and Building Luxury Pools
Our pool builders have designed and installed many pools, spas, and outdoor living areas, customizing each one to help homeowners build their Experience-Driven Lifestyle. We handle every detail of your project, so you can relax. Check out more benefits of our comprehensive approach to pool building:
- Our durable, high-quality pools are made from stainless steel, gunite, or pre-cast concrete vessels
- Stainless steel pools and hardscapes that we maintain come with a 25-year warranty, with an easy warranty reporting process
- High Prairie gunite pools are longer-lasting when compared to conventional building methods: 30 percent more steel reinforcement, 50 percent more drainage management below the pool, and an industry-leading 10-year warranty on the shell
- Trust the superior quality resulting from our Legacy Method for hardscape construction, which is based on European principles for enduring craftsmanship
- Complement your backyard pool and spa with a pool house, outdoor kitchen, luxurious landscaping, and custom stonework
- Always know how your project is progressing thanks to clear communication from your one point of contact
- Use our convenient online portal to track the progress of your project and communicate with our team
- Benefit from post-project support with proactive site visits throughout the first year
- After construction, choose our ongoing pool and landscape maintenance services, which match our reputation for efficiency, safety, and respect
If you are dreaming of a new pool or spa, contact us today for more information.
Stilwell Pools FAQ
Instill Luxury into Your Home's Outdoor Areas in Stilwell, KS
Luxury is more than premium quality outdoor features. Luxury happens when your backyard pool and outdoor living area match the aesthetic of your home and serve your lifestyle, so you feel at home and completely at ease in your outdoor areas. Take a closer look at the ways we created luxury outdoor spaces for homeowners throughout our service area.
Discover the Comprehensive
Process Behind All Our Services
Stage 1: Design & Estimating – Crafting Your Legacy Plan
- Dream Builder:
Your journey begins with our Dream Builder Form, where you share your vision and inspiration. - Discovery Meeting:
In your Design Discovery Meeting at the High Prairie studio, we will explore your lifestyle goals and begin establishing investment planning goals. - Site Analysis:
After you choose a design package, we conduct a comprehensive site analysis to assess drainage, elevation, soil quality, and architectural alignment so your concept and quote include everything necessary to eliminate change orders. - Concept Meeting:
We then present two 3D design concepts during your Concept Review Meeting, complete with ballpark investment ranges. - Final Design and Quote Presentation:
Once a direction is chosen, we refine the design and provide a formal, itemized estimate.
Stage 2: Planning & Mobilization – Precision Before Groundbreak
- Agreement & Retainer:
Signing the agreement secures your build schedule and initiates material procurement. - Selections Meeting:
In your Selections Meeting, you will finalize finishes and materials. - Engineering & Soil Testing:
We begin engineering and permitting, including any required soil testing. Should site conditions require design adjustments, you have flexible options with full transparency. - Surveys & Scheduling:
If not already complete, surveys and mobilization planning occur, with all project details housed in your client portal. - Construction Documents Finalized:
Our team finalizes detailed construction documents, including build plans, dimensions, scope details, and resource allocation. - Permitting Begins:
We manage the permitting process, completing final documentation, submittals, and any required planning meetings.
Stage 3: Active Construction – Next-Level Build
- Demo & Site Prep:
We begin setting up the site for production. Demolition, removal, haul-off, setting up construction zones, erosion control, safety markers, and all related construction prep. - Excavation & Drainage:
We excavate based on approved construction documents and integrate drainage plans into the dig plan. - Shell Construction:
Next, we craft the structural part of the pool. This can sometimes overlap with plumbing. - Plumbing & Electrical:
We install all drainlines, pump systems, equipment, final grounding protocols, and anything else related to hydraulic or electrical use. - Interior Finish & Cover:
If a cover is selected, we’ll complete the interior of the pool structure and install the cover if it’s an auto-cover. - Coping & Decking:
Coping and decking are completed to integrate seamlessly with drainage, electrical plans, and the surrounding master plan for your outdoor area.
Stage 4: Post-Construction & Legacy Care – Lifelong Enjoyment
- Lawncierge Visits:
We return at 30 days and 1 year for proactive Lawncierge check-ins. - Ongoing Care:
Enjoy ongoing care options for fine gardening and pool maintenance. - Legacy Club Access:
As a Legacy Club member, receive exclusive invitations and seasonal upgrades. - Enjoyment Begins:
Now, it’s time to enjoy a space that reflects the life you've built.
More Ways We Can Improve Your Outdoor Living Experience
All of our services are completed by highly skilled crews equipped with specialized tools and landscaping know-how. With stonemasons, pool builders, horticulturists, and more on our team, we can complete 95 percent of our projects completely in-house, which means you’ll enjoy a stress-free build! As certified General Contractors, we can bring in electricians and plumbers as required, eliminating the need for you to juggle multiple contractors. This is what we can do for you:
Landscape Design
With a deep understanding of the five distinctive historical garden styles, we create timeless designs that age with grace and beauty. Our experience-driven approach means we take everything into consideration: your lifestyle, existing architecture, personal preferences, practical requirements, and future goals for outdoor living. Visit our Landscape Design page to learn more.
Landscape Installation
The lushest landscapes begin with the healthiest soils. As part of our “Legacy Program”, we’ll lab test your soils and provide a comprehensive plan for building your soil health. Then, our horticulturalists will plant each plant with the care and nurturing even a Master Gardener would appreciate. (Seriously, Master Gardeners love us!) Visit our Landscape Installation page to learn more.
Outdoor Living
The experience-driven lifestyle starts outside! Your outdoor living space should be uniquely yours, with the colors, plants, and features—like built-in grills, outdoor kitchens, privacy panels, fireplaces, paver patios, pergolas, landscape lighting, sound systems and more—that meet your lifestyle goals. Visit our Outdoor Living page to learn more.
Landscape Maintenance
Customize an effortless landscape maintenance program with services like water feature maintenance, plant health care, tree pruning, fungus treatment, lawn mowing, weed control, and so much more. We show up on time, work with precision, and keep you updated on the condition of your property. Visit our Landscape Maintenance page to learn more.
Holiday Lighting
Get in the festive spirit without climbing on any ladders! We have the tools and experience required to design exceptional holiday lighting displays that uplift the entire neighborhood—and we'll take those decorations down for you at the end of the season, too. Visit our Holiday Lighting page to learn more.
Decks
As a full-service landscaping company, we have our own deck builders. Collaborate with us, and we will match your deck to your needs and home aesthetic. Visit our Decks page to learn more.
Spas
Nothing says relaxation like a backyard spa. We can design your spa to fit beautifully on your patio or amidst your garden, and you'll enjoy it for years to come. Visit our Pools & Spas page to learn more.
Pools
Redefine your summers with a custom concrete or stainless steel pool installed by our in-house pool builders. Your design may include pool decking and landscaping as part of a comprehensive outdoor living space. Visit our Pools page to learn more.
Sprinklers / Irrigation
Practical, responsible watering solutions give your lawn and plants the support they need without waste. Easy-to-use digital systems offer incredible water and cost savings and require minimal maintenance. Visit our Sprinklers page to learn more.
Drainage
Proper drainage is an investment in the longevity of your home and landscape. We address it as part of your landscape design and installation—or you can work with us to fix any drainage issues in your existing landscape.
Experienced Pool Builders in Stilwell, KS and Nearby Communities
We offer our comprehensive landscaping services to homeowners throughout the Kansas City area:
- Parkville, Missouri
- Belton, Missouri
- Lee's Summit, Missouri
- Liberty, Missouri
- Blue Springs, Missouri
- Westwood, Kansas
- Fairway, Kansas
- Olathe, Kansas
- Mission Woods, Kansas
Visit our Service Area page to get a closer look at where we work.
