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Avatar for R1 Pool Service
R1 Pool Service
5.0(
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Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or Service

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Before the services, the pool was broken and green. But with the knowledge, hard work, and skill of this service, our pool is now sparkling clean and we have been able to enjoy it!"
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Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for ALL PHASE WATERWORKS dba ALL PHASE POOLS
ALL PHASE WATERWORKS dba ALL PHASE POOLS
4.7(
14
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Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or Service

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe do not pool cleanings

Recommended by38%of homeowners
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SES Builders inc
5.0(
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Swimming Pool - Above Ground, Build or Install - Have MaterialsSwimming Pool - Above Ground, Build or Install - Need Materials

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are beyond satisfied clients that hired SES builders did with the replacement of all our existing windows with new ones, the installation of new roof and some stucco repairs and new exterior paint. Eli and his workers finished all the work on time and without any delays while they were very easygoing, hardworking people and definitely trustworthy. Eli had an amazing energy and very friendly personality. He made sure to explain to us all the details of the work and the benefits of the windows and roof that he recommended us to have. All the questions that we had (even the smallest one), was answered in a professional manner and in a fairly time frame. We recommend all the people at SES builders because they did a wonderful job and we are looking forward to hire them again."
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+33

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for PoolJoe.com
PoolJoe.com
4.1(
104
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Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or Service

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I thought pool plumber did a pretty good job with this pump installation, up until the point I requested a receipt for the work done. The reason I asked them for a receipt was so I could turn my application in for a rebate.
First, I was put off, then, after a couple more requests - silence.
My question is: Why? This is the reason I give them a sub-standard review.
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+18

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Best Quality Movers
5.0(
299
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Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or Service

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Credit card accepted

"The crew was a bit late to get started, but did a good job once they arrived. They carried my stuff up to the 3rd floor since the elevator was very small. 
Had some trouble putting the bed back together but overall a fine job. Some damage to my items, but don't know where along the line that happened. It could have happened in transit.
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Kavin Construction Inc
4.5(
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Swimming Pool - Above Ground, Build or Install - Have MaterialsSwimming Pool - Above Ground, Build or Install - Need Materials

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

"Work turned out really well.  We had subsequent problems with the gate, which likely were a design issue.  The guys returned promptly to fix.  The first time was free.  The second time I paid them.  I'm thinking of having them install another enclosure on the property.
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+21

Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for California Smartscape
California Smartscape
4.4(
221
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Above Ground Swimming Pool or Accessories - Repair or ServiceSwimming Pool - Above Ground, Build or Install - Have MaterialsSwimming Pool - Above Ground, Build or Install - Need Materials

Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We contacted California Smartscape to give us an estimate on redoing our front and back yards. They had been destroyed by putting a pool in and by a large tree in the front yard that damaged the hardscape. We spoke at length to Richard and Nick about our budget and our ideas for the yard. The proposal they came back with was within our budget and had all the elements we wanted. We were pleasantly surprised because we had contacted others and their proposals were way above budget and did not have the elements we wanted. The crews that came out to do the work were wonderful. They were professional, considerate and respectful. Steve was a great project manager who attended to things as they came up during the work. Ruben was a good crew supervisor. He had a good relationship with his workers. Now that our project is complete, we couldn’t be happier. The whole yard has been transformed into a natural landscape with easy to care for low water plants, low voltage LED lighting and drip irrigation. We even have a small artificial grass lawn in back! If you need landscape work, this is the company I would recommend."
Del Sur - Outdoor Living in Style
Santaluz - Cobalt Accented Outdoor Living Area with Fire Pit Seating
Santaluz - Elegant Stone Backyard Escape
Fairbanks Ranch / Pacific Highlands Ranch - Modern Outdoor Living
Encinitas - Mediterranean Retreat

+222

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Install Above Ground Pools questions, answered by experts

The regulations for pool fence heights vary by state, so be sure to research what the legal, minimum height is in your area before purchasing or installing a fence. Though every region is different, generally a pool fence must be at least 4 and ½ feet high. If you’re unsure whether you need a fence around your pool, and how high that fence should be, contact a local pool enclosure expert to help you successfully, and safely, move forward.

In many homes, an unfinished basement is an ideal place for an in-ground pool. The concrete floors, protection against water damage, and access to the ground below your home make this a large contender. Speak with a local basement remodeling contractor to ensure your space is right for the large construction.

The total time to install an inground pool typically ranges from 8 weeks to 4 months. This timeline can be influenced by several factors, including permitting, site preparation, and the construction process itself.

Key phases and their typical durations include:

  • Permits: Obtaining necessary permits can take anywhere from two to six weeks.

  • Excavation and Site Preparation: This phase takes about a week but can be extended by problematic soil, unexpected ground conditions, or the need to move underground utility lines.

  • Construction: The actual build, including plumbing and electrical work, often takes one to two months. The pool material is a major factor here; a concrete pool needs about 30 days to cure, while installing a fiberglass or vinyl liner is much faster.

External factors can also cause significant delays:

  • Contractor Availability: Spring and summer are busy seasons, and high demand can lead to long waitlists, potentially adding months to your start date. It is often recommended to start planning and getting estimates up to a year in advance.

  • Other Delays: Weather, material shortages, complex designs, and other unforeseen challenges can extend the project timeline.

The average 12-by-24-foot in-ground pool costs $48,500, but depending on the features and materials, prices can trend even higher. You’ll spend less on a rectangular vinyl or fiberglass pool than on a concrete pool in an elevated style (think infinity pool or lagoon pool). Added features like heating, lighting, diving boards, or decking will increase your overall cost.

There are some disadvantages to a salt water pool. Besides costing slightly more than chlorine pools, salt water pools require a lot of salt. It's also harder to find a professional with salt water pool experience to do minor maintenance and repairs. Salt water can also damage some materials, so you’ll need to use specific heating, fixtures, lighting, liners, and masonry when building a salt water pool.

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