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Avatar for Southland Pools/Spas Inc.

Southland Pools/Spas Inc.

Po Box 9701
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Southland Pools/Spas Inc.

Po Box 9701
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 local quotes requested

Swimming Pool concrete construction and remodel. Inground builder and remodel concrete pools. We love pools! Each is unique in its own design. We have been designing and building custom shotcrete swimming pools in San Diego county for over 30 years. Each pool we custom build utilizes new cutting edge technology, solid engineering and experienced experts handcrafted your pool. Call Jim today and join our growing family of satisfied clients. We always listen then design and build each pool. It's easy just call or email today. You will be glad you did.

"We had a great experience with Southland Pools. Jim streamlined the whole pool process for us by handling everything from permits, payments, design, deadlines, equipment, expectations, construction and crew. The pool of our dreams was completed, as promised, with minimal inconvenience to our families daily routine. So glad we went with Jim!"

Cynthia V on February 2025

Swimming Pool concrete construction and remodel. Inground builder and remodel concrete pools. We love pools! Each is unique in its own design. We have been designing and building custom shotcrete swimming pools in San Diego county for over 30 years. Each pool we custom build utilizes new cutting edge technology, solid engineering and experienced experts handcrafted your pool. Call Jim today and join our growing family of satisfied clients. We always listen then design and build each pool. It's easy just call or email today. You will be glad you did.

"We had a great experience with Southland Pools. Jim streamlined the whole pool process for us by handling everything from permits, payments, design, deadlines, equipment, expectations, construction and crew. The pool of our dreams was completed, as promised, with minimal inconvenience to our families daily routine. So glad we went with Jim!"

Cynthia V on February 2025


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California Custom Pools

4.97(
29
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California Custom Pools

4.97(
29
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
273 local quotes requested

Pool & Spa design and installation. DIY Pool build packages available. We cover all aspects of back yard design including hardscape and landscape.

"California Custom Pools installed an inground Freeform pool for my family and I and they knocked the project out of the park. Our experience with them was tremendous, from the initial meeting at our home to discuss our options to the final inspection. George was our project manager and Austin was our designer and these two gentlemen were amazing to do business with and excelled with customer service. They were sure to answer all of our questions and provide us with all the information that we needed. Communication throughout the process was never a problem and they were always available at any time to answer any questions or concerns or provide more details. When I contacted California Custom Pools, George and Austin were out at our home 2 days later for a meeting. 3 days later we had a design and one week later they broke ground with construction. I’m truly amazed at how fast they moved on this project. They started on August 19th and we had water in the pool on September 21st! Absolutely amazing!! Throughout the process, my wife and I had some minor issues/concerns and when we brought them to the attention of George and Austin they took care of it immediately. George also had glow in the dark pebble installed in the pool and glow in the dark sand to border the pool. Very cool feature that our kids love! I highly recommend California Custom Pools to anyone interested in their services and appreciate George and Austin for doing such an amazing job with our pool! Thank you guys."

Lawrence C on October 2025

Pool & Spa design and installation. DIY Pool build packages available. We cover all aspects of back yard design including hardscape and landscape.

"California Custom Pools installed an inground Freeform pool for my family and I and they knocked the project out of the park. Our experience with them was tremendous, from the initial meeting at our home to discuss our options to the final inspection. George was our project manager and Austin was our designer and these two gentlemen were amazing to do business with and excelled with customer service. They were sure to answer all of our questions and provide us with all the information that we needed. Communication throughout the process was never a problem and they were always available at any time to answer any questions or concerns or provide more details. When I contacted California Custom Pools, George and Austin were out at our home 2 days later for a meeting. 3 days later we had a design and one week later they broke ground with construction. I’m truly amazed at how fast they moved on this project. They started on August 19th and we had water in the pool on September 21st! Absolutely amazing!! Throughout the process, my wife and I had some minor issues/concerns and when we brought them to the attention of George and Austin they took care of it immediately. George also had glow in the dark pebble installed in the pool and glow in the dark sand to border the pool. Very cool feature that our kids love! I highly recommend California Custom Pools to anyone interested in their services and appreciate George and Austin for doing such an amazing job with our pool! Thank you guys."

Lawrence C on October 2025


"Matt and his team have done an excellent work on the remodeling of our pool, and hot tub. Matt went extra miles to help re-route electrical wires and connection for the pool and spa heater et all."

Juliete G on September 2025

30 years experience family owned business Specialising in Pool and Spa Remodel’s

"Matt and his team have done an excellent work on the remodeling of our pool, and hot tub. Matt went extra miles to help re-route electrical wires and connection for the pool and spa heater et all."

Juliete G on September 2025


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SD Pool Pros

13265 Morning Glory Dr
3.40(
5
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SD Pool Pros

13265 Morning Glory Dr
3.40(
5
)
Approved Pro
101 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We are a team of pool service professionals who pride ourselves on the caliber of the work we do for our valued clientele. We give you our word we will do everything in our power to ensure you have a beautiful and well maintained pool and/or spa for your and your familys benefit. We would be honored to be your pool service company.

"They dropped service without telling me for the month of March. The lack of communication and their sporadic billing is frustrating."

Dawn M on March 2025

We are a team of pool service professionals who pride ourselves on the caliber of the work we do for our valued clientele. We give you our word we will do everything in our power to ensure you have a beautiful and well maintained pool and/or spa for your and your familys benefit. We would be honored to be your pool service company.

"They dropped service without telling me for the month of March. The lack of communication and their sporadic billing is frustrating."

Dawn M on March 2025


Avatar for Panda Bear Pool Care

Panda Bear Pool Care

2700 Chatham Street, Unit 305
4.88(
22
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Panda Bear Pool Care

2700 Chatham Street, Unit 305
4.88(
22
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

We're a reputable pool maintenance company that specializes in season-long pool maintenance. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Ron is great to work with and never have any issues. Highly recommend!"

Katlyn F on August 2022

We're a reputable pool maintenance company that specializes in season-long pool maintenance. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Ron is great to work with and never have any issues. Highly recommend!"

Katlyn F on August 2022


Avatar for Competitive Pools, LLC

Competitive Pools, LLC

PO Box 232
4.80(
5
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Approved Pro

Competitive Pools, LLC

PO Box 232
4.80(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
22 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and takes pride in the services we provide to our residential and commercial clients. We specialize in pool construction and routinely scheduled services. We provide free estimates, and you will find us to be competitively priced. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"David's performance on the pool build was excellent. Technically, he knows his stuff. He was quick to respond, and navigated county paperwork (which was considerable) to a successful conclusion. We also had considerable hardscaping done around the pool - I cannot recommend this. The lead person, not David, was frustrating."

Raymond M on August 2025

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and takes pride in the services we provide to our residential and commercial clients. We specialize in pool construction and routinely scheduled services. We provide free estimates, and you will find us to be competitively priced. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"David's performance on the pool build was excellent. Technically, he knows his stuff. He was quick to respond, and navigated county paperwork (which was considerable) to a successful conclusion. We also had considerable hardscaping done around the pool - I cannot recommend this. The lead person, not David, was frustrating."

Raymond M on August 2025


Avatar for TM POOL RENOVATIONS LLC

TM POOL RENOVATIONS LLC

10001 Del Rio Rd
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

TM POOL RENOVATIONS LLC

10001 Del Rio Rd
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
34 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Tommy Mazalewski has been providing exceptional swimming pool services to the residents of San Diego County since 2016. Previous to his current work, Tommy has had the honor of working as the Supervisor/ Project Manager of Berny’s Pool Service over the past 10 years. His superior knowledge base, quality work, professionalism and attentiveness to customer’s needs, makes him an excellent choice for San Diego County’s pool owners. Let TM Pool Renovations make your swimming pool dreams come true. Contact us today!

"From the first, pleasant phone call to set up an inspection for the quote, to coming by to show me how to use my all new heater and filter equipment (i was not home when they completed the work) after completion, it was a pleasure to deal with TM and especially Thomas. He was thorough, gave an honest evaluation of my existing equipment and pool condition, gave me several options, what he recommended and what he felt was not needed and then itemized everything so I could choose what I wanted to have done.... no surprises. I would definitely recommend them for replacing your entire equipment set up, and will be calling them to resurface my pool when it comes time for that. Thanks Tommy!"

Daniel B on March 2025

Tommy Mazalewski has been providing exceptional swimming pool services to the residents of San Diego County since 2016. Previous to his current work, Tommy has had the honor of working as the Supervisor/ Project Manager of Berny’s Pool Service over the past 10 years. His superior knowledge base, quality work, professionalism and attentiveness to customer’s needs, makes him an excellent choice for San Diego County’s pool owners. Let TM Pool Renovations make your swimming pool dreams come true. Contact us today!

"From the first, pleasant phone call to set up an inspection for the quote, to coming by to show me how to use my all new heater and filter equipment (i was not home when they completed the work) after completion, it was a pleasure to deal with TM and especially Thomas. He was thorough, gave an honest evaluation of my existing equipment and pool condition, gave me several options, what he recommended and what he felt was not needed and then itemized everything so I could choose what I wanted to have done.... no surprises. I would definitely recommend them for replacing your entire equipment set up, and will be calling them to resurface my pool when it comes time for that. Thanks Tommy!"

Daniel B on March 2025


Image Pools, Inc.

1076 Vale View Dr.
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro

Image Pools, Inc.

1076 Vale View Dr.
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

IMAGE OUTDOOR LIVING is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! Image Outdoor Living is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"From start to finish the best experience. Excellent work and a good price."

Louis B on December 2023

IMAGE OUTDOOR LIVING is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! Image Outdoor Living is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"From start to finish the best experience. Excellent work and a good price."

Louis B on December 2023



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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

If you are installing a fiberglass pool, you may want to install or update your patio or deck at the same time to create a safe, comfortable place to sit and dry off or grab a bite to eat after swimming. You might also consider adding a hot tub to the mix, which costs $6,000 on average.

Each state has its own regulations about pool fences, and laws to protect both swimmers and pool owners. Before installing a pool, you’ll need to research what the pool laws in your state, city, and county are to ensure that you’re adhering to the legal regulations. Inground pools typically need to have a fence around the entirety of them, but the rules regarding above-ground pools are less stringent. A good rule of thumb is to always have a fence around your pool to ensure safety for all. 

A retaining wall can only function as a fence if it’s high enough on all sides to prevent someone from accidentally falling into the pool. However, most retaining walls retain dirt, which means their purpose is not related to safety. There would need to be nothing on the other side of the wall for it to be considered a fence, but in that case, it wouldn’t retain anything and would cease to be a retaining wall.  

If you have multiple rooms that could use some organization, home storage solutions like cubbies in your mudroom or built-in shelving can help you move clutter off the floor. Take it one step further by pairing shelves and cabinets with personalized aesthetic touches like woven or canvas lined metal baskets to add another organizational element.

The best way to heat a swimming pool depends on your pool and location. Those living in sunny environments may find that a solar-powered heater works just fine, but you may need something more reliable, like a gas or electric heater if it’s often cloudy where you live. When in doubt, try a few lower-cost options first to see if they meet your needs before going all in on a more expensive heater.

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