Ep 3. It's About Time

In season 5, episode 3 of Pool Kings, titled "It's About Time," viewers get to witness the creation of a backyard aquatic oasis for a family in Texas. With the family's kids growing up fast, the homeowners wanted a functional and fun pool that could entertain their kids as they got older. The pressure was on for the crew to deliver on their wishlist of features that included a water slide, a diving board, a swim-up bar, a spa, and more.

The episode kicks off with the homeowners outlining their vision for the pool to the designers. The family wants a Caribbean-inspired design that feels like a getaway destination in their own backyard. The designers take this feedback and create a blueprint of the pool that includes a large grotto, a waterfall, and a fast-paced water slide. With the design in place, the pool builders get to work.

As the crew starts to dig out the pool area, they quickly run into a challenge: the soil is extremely hard and rocky. This means that they'll have to use explosives to blast through the rock and get to the depth they need for the pool. The use of explosives adds an extra layer of complexity to the build, but the crew is up for the challenge.

With the pool hole drilled and the walls built up, the team moves onto the next important task: plumbing and electrical work. They add in a swim-up bar with a refrigerator and sink, as well as underwater seating and jets for the homeowner's spa. The finishing touch on this part of the build is the installation of a diving board, which requires the crew to carefully measure out the perfect distance for safety purposes.

The crew then begins to work on the grotto, which will be a fun hideaway for the kids in the family. They use a combination of faux rock and real rock formations to create a space that looks like a natural cave. The grotto will have an opening at the top that lets in sunlight during the day, as well as a built-in sound system that will play music and sound effects to further enhance the experience.

The show also highlights some of the technical aspects of building a pool, including installing a pool heater and a pump system. Viewers get to see the detailed calculations that go into making sure the pool's temperature stays at the desired level without using too much energy.

Finally, the crew adds the finishing touches to the pool, including the water slide and the waterfall. The family is thrilled with the end result, and viewers get to see them enjoy their new backyard oasis with friends and family. Overall, season 5, episode 3 of Pool Kings showcases the technical skill, creativity, and attention to detail that go into creating a custom pool from scratch.