1) Gold Medal: was in the middle on price, but have a great showroom and sales person (Erik Gieger) was very professional 2) Robertson Pools: Long standing reputation and did a good job of explain what things were and how the process works. Liked them. Fair pricing. 3)Riverbend Sandler: really good people, almost went with them. Probably should have. Fair pricing, professional and good showroom. 4) Summerhill Pools:fairly responsive and reasonable pricing. 5) McGee Pools: Owner came out to meet us, never heard from him again. No response to emails or calls 6) Puryear Custom Pools: very nice people, fair pricing and professional. Came close to using. 7) Another small company that I can't remember the name of. We evaluated all the quotes and visited each of their showrooms (something I encourage you to do). We had them explain their building process to us and timelines. Erik was very professional and GM had a very impressive showroom that demonstrated what they could do in building our pools. Their first price to us was over 20% higher than any other company (which should have deterred us). We told them that their pricing was not competitive so they came back on price and were now roughly 10% higher. We went back and forth a few times and honestly we were considering Riverbend (which we probably should have used), but my wife liked Erik and their showroom is very impressive. They also had so many references, should have called them ;-) My wife is an attorney so she modified the contract, which was set up on a draw system that gives them % of the money during different checkpoints during the building. The one thing that saved us was that she set up their final draw to be ONLY AFTER the punchlist was completed. The other key lessons for us here were to make sure exactly which equipment they were using (They are horrible about substituting cheaper stuff), agree exactly how much decking you want (they charge a fortune to add so estimate high and give back if you don't need), make sure you know your sewer and gas lines are nowhere near your pool or include moving in the price and pick exactly the stone/tile/finish you want as costs increase exponentially after contract is signed. They final piece was that they estimated completion to be around 2 months...wow, that was wrong! They had given us a complete planning book that showed how each step was supposed to work, it turned out to be a joke. They showed up to sketch out the pool and we met our foreman (Gene Hunnicutt nice guy, completely incompetent and they source of many of our problems so if you really are going to use them you don't want him on your project). They marked out the pool and the next day the digging crew came. This part was actually very painless, sadly this is where the good experience ends. They finished in two days with a huge hole in the yard and our fence open, this would remain this way for the next FIVE months...in the digging process, they stacked all the dirt up against our side fence and also ran over the fence them removed from the back (shattering it). They next step was to come and put in the rebar that frame the polo and spray in the gunite for the pool. This is where started seeing the real mistakes. When they designed our spa, they promised us a Captain's Chair (which is basically more jets in one area that helps you back), but unfortunately the foreman missed it on the plans and it wasn't put in. They also designed our tanning ledge too small so that you couldn't even lay on it without falling into the deep water. We called their attention these two mistakes (the foreman didn't notice they forgot the captain's chair). They literally stopped work on our pool and vanished for over four weeks. Our backyard looked like a warzone with trenches all over the place and trash literally everywhere in our yard. Made for a nice Christmas dinner to look out at that. I've enclosed pictures. We had to keep the doors locked so that none of the kids would go our there as one kid actually hurt himself by falling over the trash. They finally came back in January and admitted they messed up on the captains chair, but were not willing to add it as required them to remove some of the gunite and relay the pipes. We finally agreed they would give us a bit of a discount on the firepit we were thinking of adding and moved on. It was fairly contentious and they were not willing to work with us (they knew we had a hole in our yard). They extended the tanning ledge, but charged us for it (even though it was their mistake). Through out the process, they would tell us, we come next week and it was a crapshoot whether they did or not. it became a running joke in the house (we work next week). The next phase was supposed to be the decking, which they had told us during the selling process that they come out and mark with us using spray paint so we get it right. Unfortunately, like everything else they told us, it didn't happen that way, they came out and put rebar in for the deck and completely got it wrong. It was not designed according to the drawings (one area had less than 1' around the pool and the firepit was against the fence). We called them that night and told them what happened (the foreman was MIA again) and they told us that it was already in and if we wanted to change it was going to be $15per ft, which was a 100% premium from what they had charged us in the original proposal (they kill you with change orders). The discussion got very hostile and the owner, Josh Sandler, got involved. He was a complete jerk, he told my wife that he was a big company and we could either deal with it or they would walk off the project. We ended up having to pay part of the difference (for their mistake) and the foreman came out to mark the changes with spray paint. He still did it wrong and was trying to short us on deck (surprising how every mistake was in THEIR favor), fortunately I checked it and went out remarked it giving us what we paid for (I knew their lack of attention to detail would help me) and they never noticed and did the deck as it should have been done all along (yet costing me another $1K). Sadly they had grossly miscalculated the size of the deck needed for our BBQ area so we have a bar that you can't sit at half of it because it was so close to the edge of the deck that you would fall off the deck and down the hill the created. We had to pay another $1K for someone to come and fix later (they would never come back and fix this). Pictures attached. Finally in March (5 months after start), they put the plaster in the pool itself and as usual had no focus on quality, they sprayed it all over house so we had to have someone come out and clear it off our stucco. They put in our LED lights, but of course, cheated us again and put in smaller SEVI lights even thought the contract said full LED. Two of them were broken and didn't get replaced for another three weeks. Our pool didn't get filled with water until mid April, a full six months after we started. We literally had our backyard full of trash for more than 5 months!! The only that saved us and got them to finish the project was that we had changed their contract to say the final payment would not happen until AFTER the punchlist was complete so it forced them to give us our pool remote (which they tried to avoid), remove trash (which was literally all over yard), fix broken stones around the pool, correct improperly installed equipment and put our fence back up (which they tried to put up the broken one). Overall, what I can say is they are the two different companies in how they treat you, the selling part is excel"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/frisco/gold-medal-pools-and-outdoor-living%2C-inc-reviews-2079348.htm"},"position":1},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Swank Floors","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"OK","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Alex B."},"reviewBody":"Mark was very friendly and helpful throughout the entire process. We had many questions before we settled on slate, and he was very patient to answer all our questions. We decided to do the demo portion ourselves to save money and Mark actually lent us his own tools to do the job. This saved us a great deal of money and was so very generous since he didn't even know us. His installers did a fabulous job and were very professional the entire time. Mark came out the day after the installers were done to make sure everything went as it should. There were no problems during this entire process which I was very pleasantly surprised. I would recommend Swank Floors to anyone considering wood/tile/stone floors!"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ok/oklahoma-city/swank-floors-reviews-4036406.htm"},"position":2}]}
Stone Countertop Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Sentinel, OK
Last update on October 15, 2025
S G.
2.0
10/2014
First of all, building a pool is not for the faint of heart. We knew that going in to the process so were very diligent in getting quotes from multiple companies and spending time with each of them. We had a rough design of what we wanted and key features that were important so we used that...
Alex B.
5.0
09/2011
Mark was very friendly and helpful throughout the entire process. We had many questions before we settled on slate, and he was very patient to answer all our questions. We decided to do the demo portion ourselves to save money and Mark actually lent us his own tools to do the job. This saved...
With over six decades of experience and expertise, Champion Windows and Home Exteriors is one of the nation's leading home improvement companies. Champion transforms homes with premium-quality products that are designed, built, installed, and guaranteed by Champion. Every product the company offers - from new windows and sunrooms, to siding and entry doors - is built right here in the USA, backed by industry-leading limited lifetime warranties, and comes recommended by more than 9 out of 10 recent Champion customers. ***Please use this link to schedule an appointment https://www.championwindow.com/book-now
"After placing our order, communication essentially stopped. Took multiple emails and texts to try to get any updates on our order. Windows were installed well with minimal damage to surrounding finishes and installers left the areas as clean as they could. Very disappointed the windows were NOT cleaned before the installers left. A small gesture like that would have been very appreciated."
Chris S on February 2023
With over six decades of experience and expertise, Champion Windows and Home Exteriors is one of the nation's leading home improvement companies. Champion transforms homes with premium-quality products that are designed, built, installed, and guaranteed by Champion. Every product the company offers - from new windows and sunrooms, to siding and entry doors - is built right here in the USA, backed by industry-leading limited lifetime warranties, and comes recommended by more than 9 out of 10 recent Champion customers. ***Please use this link to schedule an appointment https://www.championwindow.com/book-now
"After placing our order, communication essentially stopped. Took multiple emails and texts to try to get any updates on our order. Windows were installed well with minimal damage to surrounding finishes and installers left the areas as clean as they could. Very disappointed the windows were NOT cleaned before the installers left. A small gesture like that would have been very appreciated."
BirdsEye Landscaping specializes in landscaping, building driveways, and fencing needs that is always done in a timely manner. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Birdseye Landscaping worked very hard and efficiently at a good price too."
Olivia E on November 2024
BirdsEye Landscaping specializes in landscaping, building driveways, and fencing needs that is always done in a timely manner. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Birdseye Landscaping worked very hard and efficiently at a good price too."
Family owned and operated home or business finishing and improvement company. Has been in the industry for 23 years. Does everything finishing from flooring to crown molding. Fully insured and bonded. 100% Guarantee on all labors.
Family owned and operated home or business finishing and improvement company. Has been in the industry for 23 years. Does everything finishing from flooring to crown molding. Fully insured and bonded. 100% Guarantee on all labors.
At Great Plains f&s is a family business, father and son who have worked several years from installing windows, doors, painting, trim, remodeling, outside patios we put our pride and heart in to our work to provide the best job possible and make our customers happy.
At Great Plains f&s is a family business, father and son who have worked several years from installing windows, doors, painting, trim, remodeling, outside patios we put our pride and heart in to our work to provide the best job possible and make our customers happy.
General Contractor for Residential and Commercial. Fire Restoration, Water Restoration, Storm damage, Remodeling, Collecting Bids, Working with Insurance Companies, Project Management, Capitol Improvements.
General Contractor for Residential and Commercial. Fire Restoration, Water Restoration, Storm damage, Remodeling, Collecting Bids, Working with Insurance Companies, Project Management, Capitol Improvements.
-WE ARE FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED, LOCATED IN OKLAHOMA CITY -NO TELEMARKETERS OR COMMISSIONED SALES PEOPLE -HUNDREDS OF DELIGHTED CUSTOMERS -PROUDLY CRAFTED IN THE USA -PERFECTION OF INSTALLATION -1 DAY TURN KEY INSTALL -FACTORY DIRECT PRICING BBB ACCREDITATION A+ You deserve the best walk-in tub at the lowest possible price. That's what we believe in and that's what we do. We use only the highest quality name-brand components. Our staff will never pressure you into making a decision and our installers treat every home like their own. We're here to answer your questions and help you along the way. With our FACTORY DIRECT PRICING, our complete turn key installation makes A Safe Solution Walk In Tubs the most competitive in the industry. You can be sure that you are getting a quality product at the best price. A Safe Solution Walk In Tubs/ Showers proudly carries the highest quality products in the industry at the most reasonable price. We are local, family owned and operated and you will work directly with the owner! We offer senior and veteran discounts. The workmanship of your install will be perfection! I have personally been in the industry for 12 years and therefore will make the absolute perfect recommendations for your needs. We also can also make alterations for more handicap accessible i.e. widen doorways, add safety bars, windows, etc.
"Quality of the product and service were both outstanding. These people are skilled and adept at installing a beautiful product and making it look like it was meant to be there. A safe solution is the best solution for anyone seeking a quality walk in tub product and installation. Look no further, these folks are the way to go. They are really good."
Troy R on July 2019
-WE ARE FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED, LOCATED IN OKLAHOMA CITY -NO TELEMARKETERS OR COMMISSIONED SALES PEOPLE -HUNDREDS OF DELIGHTED CUSTOMERS -PROUDLY CRAFTED IN THE USA -PERFECTION OF INSTALLATION -1 DAY TURN KEY INSTALL -FACTORY DIRECT PRICING BBB ACCREDITATION A+ You deserve the best walk-in tub at the lowest possible price. That's what we believe in and that's what we do. We use only the highest quality name-brand components. Our staff will never pressure you into making a decision and our installers treat every home like their own. We're here to answer your questions and help you along the way. With our FACTORY DIRECT PRICING, our complete turn key installation makes A Safe Solution Walk In Tubs the most competitive in the industry. You can be sure that you are getting a quality product at the best price. A Safe Solution Walk In Tubs/ Showers proudly carries the highest quality products in the industry at the most reasonable price. We are local, family owned and operated and you will work directly with the owner! We offer senior and veteran discounts. The workmanship of your install will be perfection! I have personally been in the industry for 12 years and therefore will make the absolute perfect recommendations for your needs. We also can also make alterations for more handicap accessible i.e. widen doorways, add safety bars, windows, etc.
"Quality of the product and service were both outstanding. These people are skilled and adept at installing a beautiful product and making it look like it was meant to be there. A safe solution is the best solution for anyone seeking a quality walk in tub product and installation. Look no further, these folks are the way to go. They are really good."
Some of the cheapest ways to change granite countertops without replacing them include painting, honing, or changing the finish, covering them with tile or laminate, and using countertop contact paper. Dollar for dollar, applying countertop film is the cheapest, easiest, and most reversible way to update the look of your countertops. No matter what you choose, remember that permanently marring the original countertops can cost you money when you’re trying to sell your home, so make smart choices and preserve the integrity of the granite.
White quartz countertops can yellow over time if exposed to sunlight. To prevent this, avoid installing white or light-colored quartz countertops in a kitchen with a lot of natural light, and never install quartz in an outdoor kitchen.
You should always seal cut countertops to prevent damage and to keep them looking their best. The right way to seal countertops depends on the type of material. For laminate and wood, apply epoxy or other specialty sealers by pouring it onto the countertop and letting it flow across the whole surface to the edges, guiding it with a paint stick or putty knife. You will need to move quickly so that it does not dry or harden before you are done. For stone countertops, use a sealant specially manufactured for your type of stone and apply it according to manufacturer directions.
No, soapstone does not crack easily. The softness of the material protects it from cracking but makes it prone to other types of damage such as scratches. Scratches may need to be buffed out occasionally using fine-grit sandpaper. You can also conceal minor scratches in your soapstone countertops by rubbing the surface with mineral oil.
To remove cloudiness from marble, use equal parts baking soda and water to form a paste. Apply it to the surface, allow it to sit for at least two hours, then wipe with a microfiber cloth. Another option is adding a couple of dish soap drops to warm water and wiping the surface after you’ve applied it to the surface. You may also consider using a liquid stone cleaner.
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