Above-Ground Steel & Resin Pools

Get your family swimming sooner — beautiful, durable, and built for years of backyard fun.

Don't let anyone tell you an above-ground pool is second best — today's models are genuinely gorgeous, seriously tough, and a whole lot of fun. They're a fantastic way to get your family splashing around fast while keeping plenty of open yard for games, gardens, and gatherings. Better yet, they use many of the same features people love about inground pools — saltwater systems, solar heating, and covers — and add a deck around one and it feels like it's always been part of your home. We carry premium Wilbar above-ground pools in both steel and resin, so you get quality that lasts.
Why You'll Love an Above-Ground Pool
  • A wonderful way to bring the fun of a pool to your family this season
  • Keeps most of your yard open for play and entertaining
  • Works with saltwater systems, solar heating, and covers, just like inground model
  • Add a deck surround for easy access and a built-in, finished look
  • Available in lots of shapes and sizes to suit your space
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

How much does an above-ground pool cost?
Installed above-ground pools in the Chicago area typically range from about $4,000 to $15,000 depending on size, model, decking, and accessories. Premium steel and resin models like our Evolution, Genesis, and Nakoma series sit at the more durable, higher end of that range
What is the difference between a steel and a resin above-ground pool?
Steel pools are strong and budget-friendly, while resin pools resist rust, corrosion, and warping and stay cooler to the touch. Many premium pools, like our Evolution series, combine both materials to give you the best of each.
Can you add a deck to an above-ground pool?Can you add a deck to an above-ground pool?
Absolutely — and it makes a big difference. A deck surround gives an above-ground pool a finished, permanent look and makes getting in and out a breeze. We'll help you plan the perfectsetup for your yard.


Check out our pool gallery with liner options, features and accessories!
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THE "EVOLUTION" STEEL POOL
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Our top-of-the-line steel series is all about strength and style:
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  • 9-inch-wide steel top ledge with built-in torsion rigidity and an embossed curve
  • Plastic-coated steel uprights and stainless steel fasteners
  • Two-piece sculpted resin ledge cover with a beautiful finish
  • Frame protected with Resin Kote for four times the protection
  • Superior protection against chipping and scratches, in an elegant Champagne color​
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THE "GENESIS" RESIN POOL
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Our resin series delivers outstanding rigidity and a premium look:

  • 6-inch curved, talc-filled injection-molded resin top ledges
  • Two-tone ledge covers with metallic highlights
  • Synflex resin bottom rails with exterior shields for extra strength
  • Heavy corrugated wall with superior coatings and stainless steel hardware
  • High-density resin that resists warping and cracking, in a Champagne color
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THE "NAKOMA" RESIN POOL
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A sleek, fully rounded resin design that's as pretty as it is tough:
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  • Trinity wall pattern, triple-coated for durability
  • Contoured resin top ledges in a smooth circular design
  • Unique Synflex high-impact resin ledge and uprights
  • Interlocking injection-molded, snap-in, no-hardware construction
  • Space-saver system for oval pools, in a Champagne color
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