62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 247 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 Crystal Lake, IL (2026)
153 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Crystal Lake: Arvidson Pools & Spas, CR Score 62/100; 4.5★ from 247 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 4 PM and Sundays until 4 PM.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Aquasol Pools and Spas, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 153.
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Most-reviewed: Hansen's Pool & Spa, 743 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 153 ranked; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
153 Crystal Lake pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 16 are open 24/7, 92 open Saturdays and 42 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 153 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Crystal Lake at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arvidson Pools & Spas | 62 | 4.5★ (247) | Crystal Lake | Sat · Sun | Overall |
| 2 | Aqua Pool & Spa Pros | 59 | 4.8★ (270) | Lindenhurst, 19 mi away | Sat | — |
| 3 | Cada Pools and Spas | 58 | 4.8★ (257) | Saint Charles, 23 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Aquasol Pools and Spas | 58 | 5.0★ (8) | Crystal Lake | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 5 | Swim On Pool Service and Repair Inc. | 58 | 4.8★ (134) | Bolingbrook, 39 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Hansen's Pool & Spa | 58 | 4.6★ (743) | Kenosha, 33 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 7 | The Great Escape Mundelein | 57 | 4.4★ (113) | Mundelein, 17 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Jimmy’s cleaning services LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (8) | Carpentersville, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Arvidson Pools & Spas | 56 | 4.4★ (68) | Palatine, 16 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | Meechs Beaches | 56 | 5.0★ (30) | Crystal Lake | Evenings | — |
The 153 best pool builders in Crystal Lake, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Lindenhurst, 19 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 270 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Saint Charles, 23 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 257 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Crystal Lake
58/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Bolingbrook, 39 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 134 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Kenosha, 33 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 743 Google reviews, the most in Crystal Lake.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mundelein, 17 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 113 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Carpentersville, 9 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Palatine, 16 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#10 Meechs Beaches
Based in Crystal Lake
56/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Barrington, 11 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#12 Cobalt Pools
Based in Buffalo Grove, 25 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#13 Lotus Pools
Based in Rolling Meadows, 18 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 137 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#14 Lake Pools Inc.
Based in Mundelein, 16 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 43 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 Saint Charles, 22 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in McHenry, 6 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Saint Charles, 24 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Saint Charles, 22 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#19 AquaOne Pools
Based in Barrington, 11 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#20 DeepSplash Pools
Based in McHenry, 9 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Downers Grove, 37 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 203 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Northlake, 32 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Niles, 29 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#24 Kingfisher Pools
Based in Elgin, 5 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Grayslake, 15 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 5 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 153 ranked pool builders here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Crystal Lake
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 |
|---|---|---|
| All Property Services | 5.0★ (2) | 20 mi |
| Astro Swimming Pool & Spa | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Carefree Pools, Inc. | 2.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Carports Hawaii | 3.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| Citywide Pool & Spa Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 33 mi |
| Clearview Pools Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 40 mi |
| Dynasty Pools & More | 5.0★ (2) | In Crystal Lake |
| Graan Pools | 3.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| Jack's Pool Service | 1.0★ (1) | 7 mi |
| Kaleidoscoped Creations | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Landscaping Pros McHenry | 5.0★ (6) | In Crystal Lake |
| LuxeCare | 1.5★ (2) | 37 mi |
| Mack Land, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 8 mi |
| MHD Builders | 1.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Perretti Bros Pool Service LLC | In Crystal Lake | |
| Pool Spa Plaster Masters Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Prairie Creek Outdoor Living | 5.0★ (2) | 26 mi |
| ProBlue Pools | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Q & Q Pool Tech Support | 5.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
| Viper Services-Plumbing-Leak Detection-Pool Repairs | 3.0★ (2) | In Crystal Lake |
How we ranked Crystal Lake pool builders
We scored 153 Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Crystal Lake?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Crystal Lake, IL is Arvidson Pools & Spas with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.5★ from 247 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 4 PM and Sundays until 4 PM. Aqua Pool & Spa Pros (#2) and Cada Pools and Spas (#3) follow. We ranked 153 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Crystal Lake?
ContractorsRanked ranks 153 pool builders serving Crystal Lake, IL. 3 of them are based in Crystal Lake; 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 Crystal Lake are open 24/7?
16 ranked pool builders in Crystal Lake post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Aquasol Pools and Spas (#4), Swim On Pool Service and Repair Inc. (#5) and Jimmy’s cleaning services LLC (#8). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pool builders in Crystal Lake work on weekends?
92 of 153 ranked pool builders post Saturday hours and 42 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Arvidson Pools & Spas (#1), Aqua Pool & Spa Pros (#2) and Cada Pools and Spas (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Crystal Lake pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 153 rated pool builders in Crystal Lake is 4.6★, with a median of 14 reviews. Hansen's Pool & Spa has the most, 743 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Crystal Lake count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 153 pool builders serving Crystal Lake.
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