62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 269 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Pool Builders in Columbia, SC (2026)
62 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Columbia: Jack Oliver's Pool Spa & Patio, CR Score 62/100; 4.7★ from 269 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 4 PM.
- 5
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Legacy Pools, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #5 of 62.
- 3
Most-reviewed: Contemporary Pool Works, LLC, 421 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 62 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
62 Columbia pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 37 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 62 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Columbia at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Oliver's Pool Spa & Patio | 62 | 4.7★ (269) | Columbia | Sat | Overall |
| 2 | Poolman360 | 60 | 4.8★ (44) | Columbia | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Contemporary Pool Works, LLC | 60 | 4.8★ (421) | Irmo, 12 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 4 | American Pools & Spas, Inc | 59 | 4.6★ (123) | West Columbia, 4 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Legacy Pools | 59 | 5.0★ (13) | Columbia | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 6 | ASP - America's Swimming Pool Company of Columbia | 59 | 4.3★ (141) | Forest Acres, 3 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Griffin Pools & Spas | 58 | 4.3★ (241) | Lexington, 11 mi away | Sat | — |
| 8 | Can Do Plaster Crew | 58 | 4.8★ (17) | Columbia | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | Leslie's Pool Supplies | 58 | 4.1★ (112) | Columbia | Sat | — |
| 10 | Southern Vistas, Inc. | 57 | 4.6★ (45) | Columbia | Sat | — |
The 62 best pool builders in Columbia, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
#2 Poolman360
Based in Columbia
60/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Irmo, 12 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 421 Google reviews, the most in Columbia.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Columbia, 4 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 123 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#5 Legacy Pools
Based in Columbia
59/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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 Forest Acres, 3 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 141 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 11 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 241 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia
58/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia
58/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 112 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia
57/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia
57/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia
57/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 87 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Seven Oaks, 4 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#14 Sands Pool Care
Based in Lexington, 14 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia
56/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia
56/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 13 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 11 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ 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 Columbia
55/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ 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 Lexington, 14 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#21 The Leak Geeks
Based in Cayce, 7 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia
55/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Seven Oaks, 11 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#24 Cannonball Pools
Based in Lexington, 16 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in West Columbia, 1 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
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 62 ranked pool builders here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Crystal Pools LLC | 54 | 4.0★ (34) | In Columbia |
| 27 | Pelican Pool Service | 53 | 4.8★ (58) | 37 mi |
| 28 | LMR POOL AND SPA LLC | 53 | 4.7★ (42) | 19 mi |
| 29 | Juliano's Pools | 53 | 4.6★ (17) | 5 mi |
| 30 | The Pool Installer By:Pool Cleaning Service LLC | 53 | 5.0★ (15) | 11 mi |
| 31 | Watertight Pools | 53 | 5.0★ (39) | 28 mi |
| 32 | HOT TUBS UNLIMITED | 53 | 4.8★ (16) | 11 mi |
| 33 | Poolman Pool Service North | 52 | 4.3★ (6) | In Columbia |
| 34 | Lanier Pools LLC | 52 | 3.6★ (55) | 6 mi |
| 35 | Waterworks Pools and Spas | 52 | 4.6★ (101) | 37 mi |
| 36 | Aqua to Go | 52 | 3.8★ (8) | In Columbia |
| 37 | E & J Concrete LLC | 52 | 4.3★ (11) | In Columbia |
| 38 | Pool RX | 52 | 3.9★ (23) | 10 mi |
| 39 | All About Pools & Spas LLC | 52 | 4.3★ (71) | 38 mi |
| 40 | Able Pools LLC | 51 | 4.0★ (5) | 12 mi |
| 41 | Creative Stone Custom Pools Inc | 51 | 5.0★ (3) | 8 mi |
| 42 | Mr Pools LLC | 51 | 5.0★ (13) | 28 mi |
| 43 | Pro Green Outdoors | 51 | 4.8★ (39) | 7 mi |
| 44 | Charpy's Pools | 51 | 4.6★ (29) | 38 mi |
| 45 | Beachforest Pool House | 51 | 4.3★ (12) | 37 mi |
| 46 | Forthright Pool Services LLC | 51 | 3.7★ (3) | In Columbia |
| 47 | Paragon Pools | 51 | 2.6★ (5) | In Columbia |
| 48 | Swimming Pool Vinyl liner Pros, LLC | 51 | 1.7★ (19) | 4 mi |
| 49 | CHARPY'S POOL SERVICE | 50 | 4.4★ (65) | 40 mi |
| 50 | C T Hardscapes Pavers & Retaining Walls | 50 | 4.4★ (48) | 12 mi |
Also serving Columbia
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aqua Care Pool Service and Repair | In Columbia | |
| ASP - America's Swimming Pool Company of Columbia | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Atlantic Custom Pools | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| Atlantis Pools & Deco-Crete | 3.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Capital City Aquatics | 5.0★ (2) | In Columbia |
| Country Waters Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Dandale Fence | In Columbia | |
| Dimig Digs | 5.0★ (1) | 4 mi |
| Elite Custom Pool Designs | In Columbia | |
| Fersner Lee | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Gaston Pools Inc | 4.0★ (1) | In Columbia |
| Heavenly Pools LLC | 1.0★ (1) | In Columbia |
| Install Masters LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 28 mi |
| Just Water | In Columbia | |
| Outen Fencing | In Columbia | |
| Palmetto Pool Management | 1.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| Pool Dawgs | 1.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
| Southern Sunrise Pools and outdoor living | 5.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
| The Rubber Deck | 5.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
| Wildwood Pools | 5.0★ (1) | In Columbia |
How we ranked Columbia pool builders
We scored 62 Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Columbia?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Columbia, SC is Jack Oliver's Pool Spa & Patio with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.7★ from 269 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 4 PM. Poolman360 (#2) and Contemporary Pool Works, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 62 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Columbia?
ContractorsRanked ranks 62 pool builders serving Columbia, SC. 18 of them are based in Columbia; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pool builders in Columbia are open 24/7?
6 ranked pool builders in Columbia post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Legacy Pools (#5), Flippin Aquatics, LLC (#13) and Clearwater Co Inc (#15). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pool builders in Columbia work on weekends?
37 of 62 ranked pool builders post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Jack Oliver's Pool Spa & Patio (#1), Poolman360 (#2) and American Pools & Spas, Inc (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Columbia pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 62 rated pool builders in Columbia is 4.6★, with a median of 20 reviews. Contemporary Pool Works, LLC has the most, 421 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Columbia count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Columbia 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 Columbia
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 62 pool builders serving Columbia.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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