59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,190 Google reviews, the most in Middletown.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Pool Builders in Middletown, DE (2026)
117 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Middletown: Clearwater Pool & Spa, CR Score 59/100; 4.8★ from 1,190 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 5 PM.
- 6
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Eco-Cool, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #6 of 117.
- 2
Most-reviewed: Dover Pools, 438 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 117 ranked after Clearwater Pool & Spa; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
117 Middletown pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 68 open Saturdays and 23 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 117 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Middletown at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clearwater Pool & Spa | 59 | 4.8★ (1,190) | Bel Air, 33 mi away | Sat | Overall |
| 2 | Dover Pools | 59 | 4.8★ (438) | Dover, 24 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 3 | Dover Pools | 58 | 4.8★ (279) | Dover, 21 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Glen Mills Pool Service | 58 | 5.0★ (69) | Wilmington, 22 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Showalter Property Consultants | 58 | 5.0★ (124) | Edgewood, 32 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | Eco-Cool | 58 | 4.9★ (88) | Bel Air, 35 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 7 | Aqua Sun Inc | 57 | 4.6★ (123) | Elkton, 13 mi away | Sat | — |
| 8 | Lazo Outdoors | 57 | 4.9★ (251) | Edgewood, 33 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | DS Pool Service | 56 | 4.9★ (127) | Newark, 14 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Oasis Pools | 56 | 4.8★ (82) | Edgewood, 31 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 117 best pool builders in Middletown, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
#2 Dover Pools
Based in Dover, 24 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 438 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#3 Dover Pools
Based in Dover, 21 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 279 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wilmington, 22 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Edgewood, 32 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 124 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#6 Eco-Cool
Based in Bel Air, 35 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#7 Aqua Sun Inc
Based in Elkton, 13 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 123 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Edgewood, 33 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 251 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Newark, 14 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 127 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#10 Oasis Pools
Based in Edgewood, 31 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Glassboro, 37 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Middletown
55/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Newark, 18 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wilmington, 19 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 112 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#15 Clark's Pools
Based in New Castle, 17 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Paulsboro, 35 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 149 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Middletown
54/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Newark, 15 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #18 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.
#19 Daves Pools
Based in Wilmington, 17 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Vineland, 40 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 85 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Vineland, 36 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 131 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Baltimore, 37 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 117 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bel Air South, 35 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 156 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Smyrna, 14 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#25 Delmarva Pools
Based in Wilmington, 22 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 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 117 ranked pool builders here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Sparkle Pool & Christmas Supply Store | 53 | 4.5★ (82) | 38 mi |
| 27 | Ground Precision Outdoor Living LLC | 53 | 4.8★ (73) | 35 mi |
| 28 | Landi Pool Service | 53 | 4.8★ (223) | 38 mi |
| 29 | A.M. Swimming Pools | 53 | 4.7★ (13) | 38 mi |
| 30 | Rigby's pool services | 53 | 5.0★ (17) | 22 mi |
| 31 | Clear Choice Pool Care | 52 | 5.0★ (28) | 20 mi |
| 32 | J.V. Pool Plastering, Inc. | 52 | 4.8★ (36) | 32 mi |
| 33 | Family Pool Maintenance | 52 | 4.4★ (57) | 18 mi |
| 34 | Robert Button Trucking | 52 | 4.8★ (24) | 40 mi |
| 35 | AAA Pools and Spa | 52 | 4.8★ (47) | 37 mi |
| 36 | The Pool Doctor | 52 | 4.1★ (74) | 26 mi |
| 37 | Delaware Pool Service | 52 | 4.5★ (34) | 17 mi |
| 38 | Sparkle Pools Inc. | 52 | 4.5★ (27) | 24 mi |
| 39 | Coby Pools | 52 | 4.9★ (32) | 36 mi |
| 40 | Sparkle Pools Inc. | 52 | 4.2★ (40) | 25 mi |
| 41 | Neptune Pool Management | 52 | 3.7★ (16) | 7 mi |
| 42 | Dreams Pools Corp | 52 | 4.4★ (14) | 21 mi |
| 43 | Pools By Van Brill Inc. | 52 | 4.3★ (92) | 35 mi |
| 44 | Del Val Pools and Spas Elmer | 52 | 4.0★ (72) | 34 mi |
| 45 | Woodfield Outdoors | 51 | 4.7★ (85) | 36 mi |
| 46 | Ace Pools | 51 | 4.6★ (14) | 24 mi |
| 47 | Aquavita Pools Inc | 51 | 4.4★ (55) | 38 mi |
| 48 | Admiral Pools LLC | 51 | 3.9★ (84) | 28 mi |
| 49 | Blue Haven Pools & Spas | 51 | 3.5★ (25) | 18 mi |
| 50 | Blue Waters Inc | 51 | 4.9★ (41) | 31 mi |
Also serving Middletown
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony & Sylvan Pools | 5.0★ (2) | 37 mi |
| Aqua Vita Pool Care Pro | 12 mi | |
| Archadia Pool Services | In Middletown | |
| Archadia Pool Services | 27 mi | |
| Asselta | 5.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| Bright Home Delaware | 5.0★ (474) | In Middletown |
| Bright Oaks Pool House | 4.0★ (2) | 33 mi |
| Chas Pools | 23 mi | |
| Dave's Trucking, LTD | 5.0★ (2) | 38 mi |
| DAVES POOLS | 19 mi | |
| GVO Pool Services | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Interscope Contractors LLC – Expert Decorative & Structural Concrete Services in Bel Air and Surrounding Maryland Areas! | 5.0★ (2) | 33 mi |
| JSL POOL Services | 22 mi | |
| Kirby & Cooper Pools, LLC | 17 mi | |
| Precision Pools Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 20 mi |
| Pro Pool Experts | 5.0★ (2) | 33 mi |
| South Shore Pools | 3.0★ (1) | 38 mi |
| Tri State Gunite of New Jersey, L.P. | 13 mi | |
| Trident Pool Service | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| Tropical Pool Services & Repairs | 1.0★ (1) | 36 mi |
How we ranked Middletown pool builders
We scored 117 Middletown 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 Middletown 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 Middletown: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Middletown?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Middletown, DE is Clearwater Pool & Spa with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 4.8★ from 1,190 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. Dover Pools (#2) and Dover Pools (#3) follow. We ranked 117 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Middletown?
ContractorsRanked ranks 117 pool builders serving Middletown, DE. 2 of them are based in Middletown; 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 Middletown are open 24/7?
5 ranked pool builders in Middletown post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Eco-Cool (#6) and Hydroscape Pools & Landscape Construction (#18). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pool builders in Middletown work on weekends?
68 of 117 ranked pool builders post Saturday hours and 23 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Clearwater Pool & Spa (#1), Dover Pools (#2) and Dover Pools (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Middletown pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 117 rated pool builders in Middletown is 4.6★, with a median of 34 reviews. Clearwater Pool & Spa has the most, 1,190 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 Middletown count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Middletown 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 Middletown
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 117 pool builders serving Middletown.
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