Pool Houses and Custom Sheds in Central PA
UDA Services builds pool houses and custom sheds across Central PA. Each one is built on site to fit its yard, not bought as a kit. They can match the house or the garage in siding and roof.
This pool house has gray vertical siding and a black door.
PA Home Improvement Contractor registration PA144609Fully insuredWorkmanship covered for one yearServing Central Pennsylvania since 2018
What Is a Pool House?
A pool house is a small building beside a pool for changing, storing pool gear and getting out of the sun. It sits apart from the main house, often with doors facing the water. UDA Services frames pool houses on site to suit the pool and the yard. Our pool house in the photos here has a shed roof and gray metal siding on a gravel surround. A pool pavilion is the open-sided version, a roof on posts for shade. They are built the same way as our custom garages, only smaller.
Which Pool House Ideas Work Best?
Pool house ideas start with what the building must hold and how it faces the pool. These five come from pool buildings our crews have built. Each one is a choice for the design.
- A single-slope shed roof gives a modern line.
- Gray metal siding gives a clean, modern look.
- A gravel surround keeps wet feet off the lawn.
- A covered patio with a stone column gives shaded seating by the pool.
- A covered patio by the pool shelters a grill counter.
How Does UDA Services Build a Pool House?
A pool house goes up like a small house: base, frame, wrap, siding and roof. Our crews build it in five steps, as our photos of one pool house show.
- Prepare a level base for the building.
- Frame the walls with studs.
- Sheathe the frame and cover it with house wrap.
- Side the walls and roof the building.
- Hang the doors and finish the trim.
The permit and any HOA approval are handled first.
Can a Pool House Have a Bathroom or a Bedroom?
Yes, a pool house can include a bathroom or a guest room, but that makes it a much larger project. A bathroom needs water, drains and power, and a sleeping room brings the building code rules for living space. Plumbing and electrical work are done by licensed trades, which we arrange but do not offer as our own services. Zoning may limit sleeping space in an accessory building, so the township is asked first.
Which Custom Sheds Does UDA Services Build?
UDA Services builds custom sheds on site in many sizes, from a single room to two stories. A custom shed is a storage building sized and styled for one property. Three sheds from our photos show the range.
- A blue board-and-batten shed has white trim and windows.
- A two-story shed has gable windows and sits on a timber base.
- A shed raised on posts has wood stairs up to its door.
One customer's review of a large custom shed names the "6' of fill, rock leveling" its spot needed. It calls the finished shed "perfectly located" in a very tight spot.
How Do You Plan a Pool House or Shed?
Planning a pool house or shed means fixing its size, its spot and its base before the design. Planning starts at a free site visit. Four steps come first.
- List what it must hold, from pool gear to a mower.
- Check the township setback from property lines.
- Choose a gravel pad or a concrete slab for the base.
- Match the siding and roof to the house or the garage.
Sizes for larger buildings are on our garage plans and sizes page.
Which Builder Should You Hire for a Pool House in Central PA?
You should hire a builder who frames the pool house on site, so it fits the yard instead of a catalog size. UDA Services builds pool houses and sheds the way it builds garages. Four reasons count most.
- We are fully insured, and our PA Home Improvement Contractor registration is PA144609.
- About 310 projects stand behind us since 2018.
- Our workmanship is covered for one year.
- Customers rate UDA Services 4.9 out of 5 from 43 Google reviews.
We used UDA Services to build us a new two car garage. Jake and his team did an exceptional job! We could not be happier with the final product. It was a pleasure to work with them beginning with getting an estimate to finishing the job. We highly recommend their services!
Highest quality craftsmanship - Our relationship with UDA started with the purchase of a large shed. They handled the full project including the custom build, 6' of fill, rock leveling, delivery, and landing. The shed arrived on time, at the quoted price, and they used a remote controlled tugger for the installation in a very tight spot, perfectly located. The shed build is of the finest quality, a beautiful addition to our property, value added. I liked the color of the stain so much, I asked if they could stain my cedar sided house to match it, our next UDA job. UDA stained our house and it is spectacular. They properly scraped and prepped the entire 2-1/2 story house by hand using attention to detail and precise replacement techniques to the existing siding where needed. This house has never looked so good. Because of their service, craftsmanship, and prompt service on those 2 projects, I asked UDA if they could replace our decks. As with the other 2 projects, they got right on it and scheduled the work. The fully consulted me at every step of the process choosing the design and materials, no over salesmanship, just honest suggestions and help with accomplishing the mission. The deck installation went perfectly with the same quality of workmanship and materials, timeliness, and budget adherence I've come to know with UDA. It's obvious we are totally satisfied the UDA's quality, attention to detail, level of skill, prompt service, courtesy, there's just too much good to say to cover the experience adequately. If you need quality work done with professionalism, courtesy, and craftsmanship that surpasses other service providers, UDA is it, they get it done...
Jake and Team can make it happen! I met with Jake to build a "custom" garage. From the initial visit to completion, his team never failed. He took my vision and worked with me every step of the way. His knowledge was very helpful in making suggestions to improve design. This project involved quite a bit of earth moving and Jake eased the stress of that, his crew knew exactly what they had to do. I can't say enough about Jake and his team, they are the hardest, sincere professionals I've seen. Daniel, Nate and crew are hard working talented workers. I have no problem recommending UDA services for any project you may have. If you want an honest, reliable, experienced, personal contractor, UDA services won't let you down. Would definitely use them for any future projects.
What Else Do Homeowners Ask About Pool Houses and Sheds?
Homeowners also ask about permits, price and painting an old shed. Short answers follow.
Does a Shed or Pool House Need a Permit?
No for a shed under 1,000 square feet at a one-family home, which Pennsylvania's code exempts (34 Pa. Code 403.1). A pool house is not on that exempt list, so it needs a permit. UDA Services checks with your township and applies for any permit it requires.
What Sets the Price of a Pool House or Shed?
The price is set mostly by the size, the base and the siding and roof. Each one is priced in a written estimate after a free visit.
Can an Old Shed Be Repainted or Re-Sided?
Yes, an old shed can be re-sided or painted instead of replaced. Our photos include an old green shed re-sided in blue metal and a block outbuilding painted gray with white trim.
- PA Home Improvement Contractor registration PA144609
- Fully insured
- Workmanship covered for one year
- Serving Central Pennsylvania since 2018