58/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Best Pool Builders in Athens, TX (2026)
43 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Athens: BLACK BEAR SUMMER POOLS, CR Score 58/100; 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Firehouse Pools, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 43.
- 22
Most-reviewed: Clear Choice Outdoor, 200 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 43 ranked; ranked #22.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
43 Athens pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 21 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 43 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Athens at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLACK BEAR SUMMER POOLS | 58 | 5.0★ (41) | Tyler, 39 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Firehouse Pools | 58 | 5.0★ (14) | Gun Barrel City, 20 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Clearwater Pool Service | 57 | 4.9★ (89) | Tyler, 32 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Empire pool & designs | 57 | 5.0★ (7) | Tyler, 2 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 5 | East Texas Pool Service | 56 | 4.5★ (110) | Tyler, 35 mi away | Sat | — |
| 6 | Texas Crystal Blue Pools LLC | 56 | 5.0★ (47) | Tyler, 34 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Blue Haven / Trinity Valley Pools | 55 | 4.5★ (88) | Tyler, 33 mi away | Sat | — |
| 8 | Cactus Pool Designs | 54 | 5.0★ (27) | Tyler, 33 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Paradise Pools and Plaster LLC | 53 | 4.7★ (60) | Tyler, 36 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Blue Haven Pools & Spas | 53 | 4.1★ (56) | Palestine, 34 mi away | Sat | — |
The 43 best pool builders in Athens, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Gun Barrel City, 20 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 32 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based in Tyler, 2 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 35 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 110 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based in Tyler, 34 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 33 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 33 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 36 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Palestine, 34 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Gun Barrel City, 25 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
#12 Alsobrook Pools
Based in Tyler, 29 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 29 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
#14 Azalea Pools
Based in Tyler, 29 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 37 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 34 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Athens
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
#18 360 Custom Pools
Based in Tyler, 33 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Gun Barrel City, 22 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
#20 VisCon Pools
Based in Corsicana, 37 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 39 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 33 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 200 Google reviews, the most in Athens.
Based in Gun Barrel City, 18 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews.
Based in Gun Barrel City, 23 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based in Tyler, 29 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
All 43 pool builders
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #43, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Backyard Connection, LLC- Pools of Distinction | 50 | 4.7★ (12) | 29 mi |
| 27 | Matt's Water Construction | 50 | 3.6★ (14) | 37 mi |
| 28 | Pinnacle Pools & Spas | Tyler | 50 | 4.5★ (15) | 34 mi |
| 29 | Duran Pools and Spas - Tyler | 50 | 5.0★ (4) | 33 mi |
| 30 | Accredited Pools and Spas | 50 | 4.3★ (11) | 32 mi |
| 31 | Azalea Pools | 50 | 4.3★ (10) | 30 mi |
| 32 | Aqua Craft | 49 | 5.0★ (7) | 31 mi |
| 33 | Excel Pools & Landscaping | 49 | 4.5★ (14) | 35 mi |
| 34 | Atlas Building Systems, Inc. | 49 | 4.2★ (104) | 30 mi |
| 35 | Aquanas Pool Solutions | 47 | 5.0★ (4) | 36 mi |
| 36 | Landvisions | 47 | 5.0★ (34) | 31 mi |
| 37 | Atlas Building Systems, Inc. | 47 | 4.7★ (25) | 34 mi |
| 38 | Preferred Pools Inc. | 46 | 4.0★ (4) | 39 mi |
| 39 | Elite Pool and Patio | 46 | 2.5★ (6) | 36 mi |
| 40 | East Texas Above Ground Pool Installs | 46 | 3.7★ (3) | 39 mi |
| 41 | Southland Pools & Screens LLC - East Texas | 44 | 5.0★ (5) | 33 mi |
| 42 | United Family Decks | 42 | 4.5★ (4) | 28 mi |
| 43 | Rockpile Stone-n-Nursery Too, LLC | 42 | 3.7★ (3) | 34 mi |
Also serving Athens
14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| A Pool Girl | 34 mi | |
| All About Pools | 35 mi | |
| Alliance Pool Works Inc | 37 mi | |
| Aqualux Pools | 5.0★ (2) | 35 mi |
| Aquatic Pool & Spa | 35 mi | |
| Clearly Perfect | 34 mi | |
| Elite Pool | 5.0★ (1) | 22 mi |
| Next Gen Pool Services LLC. | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Pool DR. Of ETX | 37 mi | |
| Pool Maintenance Systems | 32 mi | |
| Riverstone Pools, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 31 mi |
| Rocks Pools | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Sandscapes Pools & Outdoor Living | 37 mi | |
| SG POOLS | 35 mi |
How we ranked Athens pool builders
We scored 43 Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Athens?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Athens, TX is BLACK BEAR SUMMER POOLS with a CR Score of 58/100. It has 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Firehouse Pools (#2) and Clearwater Pool Service (#3) follow. We ranked 43 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Athens?
ContractorsRanked ranks 43 pool builders serving Athens, TX. 1 of them is based in Athens; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 14 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pool builders in Athens are open 24/7?
2 ranked pool builders in Athens post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are BLACK BEAR SUMMER POOLS (#1) and Firehouse Pools (#2). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pool builders in Athens work on weekends?
21 of 43 ranked pool builders post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are BLACK BEAR SUMMER POOLS (#1), Firehouse Pools (#2) and Clearwater Pool Service (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Athens pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 43 rated pool builders in Athens is 4.7★, with a median of 14 reviews. Clear Choice Outdoor has the most, 200 reviews, and ranks #22. 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 Athens count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Athens 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 Athens
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 43 pool builders serving Athens.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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