Havana Pools handled every detail of our cold plunge installation from grading the slope behind our Savannah home to the finished hardscape surround. The whole project felt effortless because they managed the pool, landscaping, and wellness setup as one cohesive plan.
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Taryn B.
July 2025
The team poured a custom concrete pad, integrated drainage, and tied the cold plunge into our existing pool deck without any visible seams - the craftsmanship was outstanding. They also sourced a chiller unit rated for Georgia's humid summers, so we actually hit target temps even in August.
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Marcus O.
November 2025
What sets Havana apart is that they design the entire outdoor environment first, so the cold plunge doesn't look like an afterthought bolted onto the yard - it feels intentional. Living near the coast means salt air and moisture are real concerns, and they spec'd corrosion-resistant materials throughout without us having to ask.
About Havana Pools & Outdoors
Havana Pools & Outdoors designs, builds, and renovates fiberglass, gunite, and vinyl-lined swimming pools while also providing landscape and hardscape services across coastal Georgia. Their comprehensive approach lets them prepare entire backyard environments for wellness equipment, including grading, retaining walls, drainage systems, and decorative paving around sauna and cold plunge installations. They coordinate closely with equipment suppliers to ensure foundations and electrical service are ready before delivery day.
Havana Pools & Outdoors starts every project with a comprehensive consultation to evaluate the client's space, understand their goals, and recommend the best approach. From there, their team handles design planning, equipment sourcing, and professional installation - coordinating any necessary electrical, plumbing, or structural work along the way. Once the build is complete, they walk clients through operation, care, and maintenance to ensure years of trouble-free enjoyment.
Service Area
Located in Coastal Georgia, Georgia, Havana Pools & Outdoors provides services to homeowners and businesses across the greater Coastal Georgia area. Their team covers the surrounding region and is available for projects within a reasonable driving radius.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a cold plunge practical to use year-round in Coastal Georgia's climate?
Yes - Coastal Georgia's mild winters actually make year-round cold plunging very achievable, since ambient temps rarely drop far enough to over-stress a chiller unit. Summers are the bigger challenge, as high humidity and heat can raise water temps quickly, so Havana Pools recommends pairing your plunge with a properly sized refrigeration chiller rather than relying on passive cooling alone. Positioning the unit in a shaded hardscape area also helps maintain target temperatures between sessions.
What does a cold plunge installation typically cost and how long does it take in Georgia?
In Coastal Georgia, a standalone cold plunge installation with site prep, hardscape surround, electrical, and a quality chiller typically ranges from $8,000 to $25,000+ depending on scope and materials chosen. When bundled with a new pool build or major backyard renovation by Havana Pools, there are often efficiencies in grading and utility work that reduce overall costs. Timeline from design approval to a finished, operational unit generally runs four to eight weeks, though permitting in coastal counties can add time.
How does Havana Pools & Outdoors integrate a cold plunge into a larger backyard project?
Havana Pools takes a whole-environment approach, designing the cold plunge placement alongside pool orientation, landscape grading, drainage flow, and hardscape materials from the very beginning of the project. This means electrical conduit, water supply lines, and drainage are roughed in during the same phase as pool or patio construction, avoiding costly retrofits later. Their in-house landscape and hardscape crews then build the surrounding deck, plantings, or privacy screens to give the cold plunge a finished, resort-quality appearance.
What maintenance does a cold plunge require after installation in a coastal environment?
Cold plunges in Coastal Georgia require more frequent water chemistry monitoring than inland installs because salt air and higher ambient humidity can accelerate microbial growth and affect sanitizer levels. Most homeowners check pH and sanitizer two to three times per week, and a full water change every four to six weeks is common for residential plunges used daily. Havana Pools recommends specifying stainless steel or marine-grade components during installation to minimize corrosion from the coastal atmosphere over time.
How do I choose between a prefabricated cold plunge tub and a custom built-in unit?
Prefabricated cold plunge tubs are faster to install and typically more affordable upfront, making them a strong choice if you want a functional setup quickly or plan to relocate the unit. Custom built-in cold plunges - often constructed from gunite, concrete, or structural fiberglass - offer a seamless aesthetic that matches an existing pool or hardscape and can be sized precisely to your space. Havana Pools can build either type and will walk you through the long-term cost, maintenance, and visual tradeoffs based on your specific backyard layout and goals.
What site preparation is required before Havana Pools can install a cold plunge?
A successful cold plunge installation requires a level, structurally sound base - typically a reinforced concrete pad - along with dedicated electrical service rated for the chiller and any lighting or controls. Access to a water supply line and a proper drainage path are also essential, and in some Coastal Georgia properties with high water tables or sandy soil, additional grading or a compacted base layer is needed before the pad is poured. Havana Pools conducts a site assessment early in the design process to identify any soil, slope, or utility challenges specific to your property before construction begins.
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