61/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 420 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 Durham, NC (2026)
112 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Durham: Pool Scouts of Greater Triangle, CR Score 61/100; 4.9★ from 420 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 PM.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Clark and Son Pools & Hardscape, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 112.
- 10
Most-reviewed: Greenway Irrigation, 706 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 112 ranked; ranked #10.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
112 Durham pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 41 open Saturdays and 16 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 112 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Durham at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pool Scouts of Greater Triangle | 61 | 4.9★ (420) | Raleigh, 18 mi away | Sat | Overall |
| 2 | North State Pools LLC | 59 | 5.0★ (182) | Wake Forest, 21 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Clark and Son Pools & Hardscape | 59 | 5.0★ (11) | Durham | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Rising Sun Pools & Spas | 59 | 4.4★ (543) | Raleigh, 17 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Backyard Retreat Inc | 58 | 5.0★ (6) | Durham | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | CPC Pool Works | 58 | 4.7★ (92) | Durham | — | — |
| 7 | Aqua-Duck Water Transport | 58 | 4.7★ (26) | Chapel Hill, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 8 | Choice Pool & Spa | 57 | 4.4★ (127) | Raleigh, 20 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | Progressive Pools | 57 | 5.0★ (7) | Durham | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | Greenway Irrigation | 57 | 4.9★ (706) | Durham | — | Most reviews |
The 112 best pool builders in Durham, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Wake Forest, 21 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 182 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham
59/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Raleigh, 17 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 543 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham
58/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham
58/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chapel Hill, 8 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ 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 Raleigh, 20 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 127 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham
57/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham
57/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 706 Google reviews, the most in Durham.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#11 Pearl Pools
Based in Raleigh, 11 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 114 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Apex, 12 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#13 SwimScapes RDU
Based in Hillsborough, 8 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#14 A Vinyl Works
Based in Cary, 18 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#15 Blue Moon Pools
Based in Durham
56/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Raleigh, 21 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 142 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Raleigh, 11 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#18 US-1 Pools
Based in Wake Forest, 25 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Garner, 18 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#20 Pool Specialists
Based in Raleigh, 10 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Raleigh, 17 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Morrisville, 12 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ 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 Hillsborough, 18 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Raleigh, 19 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Durham
55/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 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 112 ranked pool builders here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Durham
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 |
|---|---|---|
| A-1 Raleigh Mobile - SandBlasting Hydroblasting Coatings | 3.0★ (2) | 28 mi |
| Aqua Fortis | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Aqua Haven Pools | 5.0★ (1) | 20 mi |
| Aquatic Creations, Inc. | 8 mi | |
| Barton Hayes Pool | 5.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
| Calm Waters Pools And Outdoor Living LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Carolina Pool Rescue | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Cary Pool Builders | 16 mi | |
| Clinton Dodson Trucking - Pool Water (Retired) | 5.0★ (1) | 20 mi |
| Complete Plumber Durham | 5.0★ (3) | In Durham |
| Cool Pool Services & Management | 1.0★ (1) | 26 mi |
| Hatteras Pools of Raleigh Inc. | 1.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Laconic Landscape & Design - Pools, Patios, & More | 15 mi | |
| Lee Pools | 5.0★ (1) | 33 mi |
| Peak Durham Plumbers | 5.0★ (6) | In Durham |
| Pool Line | 10 mi | |
| Pool Liner Pro | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Pool Support, LLC | In Durham | |
| Southern Pool Installation | 5.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| Terratide LLC | In Durham |
How we ranked Durham pool builders
We scored 112 Durham 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 Durham 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 Durham: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Durham?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Durham, NC is Pool Scouts of Greater Triangle with a CR Score of 61/100. It has 4.9★ from 420 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 PM. North State Pools LLC (#2) and Clark and Son Pools & Hardscape (#3) follow. We ranked 112 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Durham?
ContractorsRanked ranks 112 pool builders serving Durham, NC. 10 of them are based in Durham; 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 Durham are open 24/7?
4 ranked pool builders in Durham post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Clark and Son Pools & Hardscape (#3), Backyard Retreat Inc (#5) and Bluestone Pool Solutions (#19). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pool builders in Durham work on weekends?
41 of 112 ranked pool builders post Saturday hours and 16 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Pool Scouts of Greater Triangle (#1), North State Pools LLC (#2) and Clark and Son Pools & Hardscape (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Durham pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 112 rated pool builders in Durham is 4.8★, with a median of 20 reviews. Greenway Irrigation has the most, 706 reviews, and ranks #10. 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 Durham count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Durham 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 Durham
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 112 pool builders serving Durham.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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