59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 435 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Pool Builders in Amherst, MA (2026)
61 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Amherst: New England Spas Auburn, CR Score 59/100; 4.9★ from 435 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 20
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Bartels Pools Inc, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #20 of 61.
- 7
Most-reviewed: Juliano's Pools, 1,180 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 61 ranked; ranked #7.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
61 Amherst pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 39 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 61 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Amherst at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New England Spas Auburn | 59 | 4.9★ (435) | Auburn, 37 mi away | Sat · Sun | Overall |
| 2 | Teddy Bear Pools & Spas | 58 | 4.3★ (366) | Chicopee, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 3 | Instaa Pools Swimming pool contractor, above ground pool contractor | 58 | 5.0★ (26) | Springfield, 5 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | FixMyLiner Pool Leak Detection & SCUBA | 58 | 5.0★ (202) | Ellington, 32 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Pioneer Valley Fiberglass Pools (Leisure Pools Authorized Dealer) | 57 | 4.8★ (95) | Westfield, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Pools & Cues & Spas, Too | 56 | 4.6★ (232) | Auburn, 36 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 7 | Juliano's Pools | 56 | 4.7★ (1,180) | Ellington, 36 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 8 | 21st Century Pools & Spas | 56 | 4.3★ (115) | Chicopee, 11 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Peaceful Pool & Spa, Inc. | 55 | 4.6★ (64) | Southampton, 12 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Living Waters Pool & Spa service | 55 | 4.7★ (40) | Springfield, 16 mi away | Sat | — |
The 61 best pool builders in Amherst, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Chicopee, 15 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 366 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 5 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ellington, 32 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 202 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Westfield, 17 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 95 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Auburn, 36 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 232 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ellington, 36 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 1,180 Google reviews, the most in Amherst.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicopee, 11 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 115 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Southampton, 12 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 16 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Athol, 22 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Southwick, 16 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#13 J.C. Pools, Inc.
Based in Canton, 21 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Ludlow, 14 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Westfield, 21 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Leicester, 32 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Spencer, 27 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Agawam, 24 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 102 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Agawam, 21 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 20 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Southbridge, 33 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#22 Aquatique Pools
Based in West Springfield, 19 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#23 Pools & More LLC
Based in Ellington, 34 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Charlton, 32 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#25 POOL SHARKS
Based in Webster, 39 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Pool builders ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 61 ranked pool builders here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Amherst
20 more pool builders within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexis Pools | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| All American Pools & More | 5.0★ (1) | 29 mi |
| Berkshire Pools & Patio Co | 5.0★ (1) | 39 mi |
| Blue Water Pool & Spa LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 38 mi |
| Crystal Clear Waters | 5.0★ (1) | 33 mi |
| Fred Martin Pool Spa | 1.0★ (1) | 35 mi |
| JCC Masonry and Pools | 5.0★ (2) | 29 mi |
| KJD Enterprises | 3.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| L N Burneche | 5.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| Massachusetts Commonwealth | 3.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| MDL Pools Inc | 4.0★ (1) | 38 mi |
| Nelson Outdoor Living & Pools | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Pennant Construction | 3.0★ (1) | 36 mi |
| Pezzetta Pools and Patios | 5.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
| Premier Pool Service | 5.0★ (1) | 29 mi |
| Stellar Pools | 5.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Swimming Puddles Pools | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Tim the Pool Man | 5.0★ (1) | 22 mi |
| Watersafe Pools & Spas | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| What's Up With It Pool Services | 1.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
How we ranked Amherst pool builders
We scored 61 Amherst pool builders on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 3, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Amherst data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Pool builders in Amherst: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Amherst?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Amherst, MA is New England Spas Auburn with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 4.9★ from 435 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Teddy Bear Pools & Spas (#2) and Instaa Pools Swimming pool contractor, above ground pool contractor (#3) follow. We ranked 61 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Amherst?
ContractorsRanked ranks 61 pool builders serving Amherst, MA. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pool builders in Amherst are open 24/7?
2 ranked pool builders in Amherst post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Bartels Pools Inc (#20) and A&C Home Renovations LLC (#24). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pool builders in Amherst work on weekends?
39 of 61 ranked pool builders post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are New England Spas Auburn (#1), Teddy Bear Pools & Spas (#2) and Instaa Pools Swimming pool contractor, above ground pool contractor (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Amherst pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 61 rated pool builders in Amherst is 4.5★, with a median of 34 reviews. Juliano's Pools has the most, 1,180 reviews, and ranks #7. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank pool builders?
Each pool builder gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do pool builders outside Amherst count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Amherst city center, our service radius for pool builders. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can pool builders pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Amherst
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 61 pool builders serving Amherst.
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