66/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 581 Google reviews, the most in Des Moines.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Pool Builders in Des Moines, IA (2026)
31 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Des Moines: Central Iowa Pool & Spa, CR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 581 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Barton's Property & Lawn Care Maintenance, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 31.
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Most-reviewed: Swimming Pool Supply Co, 328 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 31 ranked after Central Iowa Pool & Spa; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
31 Des Moines pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 14 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 31 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Des Moines at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Iowa Pool & Spa | 66 | 4.9★ (581) | Des Moines | Sat · Sun | Overall |
| 2 | Swimming Pool Supply Co | 61 | 4.7★ (328) | Grimes, 9 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 3 | Barton's Property & Lawn Care Maintenance | 57 | 5.0★ (4) | Altoona, 4 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Valley Pool & Hot Tubs Inc | 57 | 4.5★ (46) | West Des Moines, 6 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Oasis Of Iowa | 57 | 5.0★ (21) | Clive, 5 mi away | Sat | — |
| 6 | Blue Iowa Pools | 57 | 5.0★ (31) | Des Moines | — | — |
| 7 | Wet Dream Pools - Pool Builders. Pool Installers. Pool Suppliers. | 57 | 4.5★ (16) | Des Moines | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | The Pool Loop | 57 | 4.7★ (25) | West Des Moines, 6 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Ted Lare Design Build & Garden Center | 56 | 4.8★ (164) | Des Moines | — | — |
| 10 | Pools of Iowa LLC | 56 | 4.5★ (8) | Des Moines | Sat · Evenings | — |
The 31 best pool builders in Des Moines, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Grimes, 9 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 328 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Altoona, 4 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 West Des Moines, 6 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Clive, 5 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines
57/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines
57/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Des Moines, 6 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines
56/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 164 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines
56/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#11 Cover Care, LLC
Based in Des Moines
56/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Johnston, 6 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ 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 Johnston, 7 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Des Moines, 5 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ankeny, 8 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Des Moines
54/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ 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 Des Moines
54/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Johnston, 7 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianola, 12 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ 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 Urbandale, 12 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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.
#21 Dyve Pool Co.
Based in West Des Moines, 6 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 1.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#22 Pacifico Pools
Based in Des Moines
52/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ 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 Waukee, 19 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianola, 13 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianola, 19 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #25 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.
All 31 pool builders
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #31, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Wiges Outdoor Services | 51 | 4.8★ (45) | In Des Moines |
| 27 | DM Hardscape LLC | 50 | 5.0★ (12) | In Des Moines |
| 28 | HS Concrete Inc. | 49 | 5.0★ (17) | In Des Moines |
| 29 | Pool Cover Masters LLC | 49 | 2.3★ (3) | 25 mi |
| 30 | Rodriguez Pool LLC | 49 | 5.0★ (6) | 33 mi |
| 31 | Speck USA | 48 | 4.2★ (60) | 10 mi |
Also serving Des Moines
17 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Contracting, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Blue Stream Pools & Spas | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| Clear Water Pools Inc | 13 mi | |
| Colin Coatings Des Moines | In Des Moines | |
| Concrete Impressions | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Custom Electrical Services | 5.0★ (15) | In Des Moines |
| DJW Enterprises LLC | 1.0★ (1) | 7 mi |
| Iowa Pool Fence | 8 mi | |
| James McCue | In Des Moines | |
| Jilek Pool&Home Renovation Services llc | In Des Moines | |
| Monhec Construction | 4.9★ (12) | In Des Moines |
| Paradise Pools of Iowa | 5.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
| Pool Escapes of Iowa | 5.0★ (1) | 4 mi |
| Poolwerx Waukee | 10 mi | |
| Signature Pools | In Des Moines | |
| The Poolside Co | In Des Moines | |
| Trident Pools & Spas | 5.0★ (1) | 3 mi |
How we ranked Des Moines pool builders
We scored 31 Des Moines 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 2, 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Des Moines?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Des Moines, IA is Central Iowa Pool & Spa with a CR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 581 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Swimming Pool Supply Co (#2) and Barton's Property & Lawn Care Maintenance (#3) follow. We ranked 31 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Des Moines?
ContractorsRanked ranks 31 pool builders serving Des Moines, IA. 12 of them are based in Des Moines; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 17 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pool builders in Des Moines are open 24/7?
1 ranked pool builder in Des Moines posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Barton's Property & Lawn Care Maintenance (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pool builders in Des Moines work on weekends?
14 of 31 ranked pool builders post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Central Iowa Pool & Spa (#1), Swimming Pool Supply Co (#2) and Barton's Property & Lawn Care Maintenance (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Des Moines pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 31 rated pool builders in Des Moines is 4.7★, with a median of 16 reviews. Central Iowa Pool & Spa has the most, 581 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Des Moines count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Des Moines 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 Des Moines
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 31 pool builders serving Des Moines.
- November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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