Looking at doing some back yard renovations and would love some input as well as company recs. Really have been on the fence about a pool, but young kids and a big backyard and this Texas heat has us really wanting to look at options. Would love some feedback on fiberglass vs gunnite: pros and cons of both, if you did fiberglass why you did, if you didn't why you didn't, etc. I have read good things on fiberglass and very interested because allegedly less expensive, faster install time, less maintenance, and less costly in the long run.

For the outdoor kitchen, we have a great spot for it and I know exactly how I want it laid out. I have natural gas out to my Weber now, so looking to extend that line a little and build in the gas grill, a griddle, an regular gas burner, and then put my BGE in as well. Would likely cover with either a pergola or just roof it and put in a fan and lights.

Am I best served having one outdoor company do it all, or piece mealing out the kitchen portion and then the pool on its own? What are questions I need to be asking or that I'm not thinking of because I don't know what I don't know? Located in North Dallas. Appreciate any info and insight! Thanks!

Fiberglass doesn't leak and no fears about concrete sans-engineering & concrete-cancer.
(This would be the ONLY prudent option for a residential natatorium)

I always vote for a covered (Lexan or maybe metal) Pergola over flatwork ... over a roof option.
Fan, lights still an option and ventilation, smoke-out better!

Pool flatwork pergola kitchen/utilities are all best done by specialists w/warranties soooo you are looking for a 5-star Remodel Homebuilder with a portfolio that suggests this is not his first cattle drive. The photos do not have to match your dream but best if you phone up a couple of past customers in private.