62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 184 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 Normal, IL (2026)
15 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Normal: The Great Escape Bloomington, CR Score 62/100; 4.2★ from 184 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 5
Most-reviewed: San Juan Pools & Spas, 195 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 15 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
15 Normal pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 15 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Normal at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Great Escape Bloomington | 62 | 4.2★ (184) | Bloomington, 3 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Leisure Pools Bloomington | 58 | 4.5★ (129) | Bloomington, 36 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Goodman's Pool Service | 57 | 4.5★ (16) | Bloomington, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | Reliable Pools, Inc | 56 | 4.6★ (42) | Bloomington, 4 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | San Juan Pools & Spas | 56 | 4.6★ (195) | Pekin, 33 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Deano's Pool and Spa | 54 | 4.8★ (45) | Peoria, 19 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Tiki Pool & Spas Inc | 54 | 4.5★ (70) | Morton, 26 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Precision Home Renovations | 53 | 4.8★ (16) | Morton, 25 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Epic Pools | 53 | 4.6★ (68) | East Peoria, 32 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Custom Pools Mahomet | 52 | 5.0★ (31) | Mahomet, 35 mi away | — | — |
The 15 best pool builders in Normal, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Bloomington, 36 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bloomington, 4 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bloomington, 4 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Pekin, 33 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 195 Google reviews, the most in Normal.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Peoria, 19 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ 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 Morton, 26 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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 Morton, 25 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#9 Epic Pools
Based in East Peoria, 32 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mahomet, 35 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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 Washington, 28 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ 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 Peoria, 35 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 23 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 Lincoln, 32 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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 East Peoria, 17 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Hot tub repair service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chillicothe, 38 mi away
40/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Normal
4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| East Peoria Pool & Spa | 3.0★ (2) | 38 mi |
| Imperial Pools, Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 39 mi |
| J&A PRO WALLS & FLOORS LLC | In Normal | |
| Pride Manufacturing | 5.0★ (1) | 33 mi |
How we ranked Normal pool builders
We scored 15 Normal 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 Normal 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 Normal: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Normal?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Normal, IL is The Great Escape Bloomington with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.2★ from 184 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Leisure Pools Bloomington (#2) and Goodman's Pool Service (#3) follow. We ranked 15 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Normal?
ContractorsRanked ranks 15 pool builders serving Normal, IL. Another 4 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pool builders in Normal work on weekends?
5 of 15 ranked pool builders post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Great Escape Bloomington (#1), Leisure Pools Bloomington (#2) and Goodman's Pool Service (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Normal pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 15 rated pool builders in Normal is 4.6★, with a median of 31 reviews. San Juan Pools & Spas has the most, 195 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Normal count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Normal 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 Normal
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 15 pool builders serving Normal.
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