62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 581 Google reviews, the most in Winterset.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Pool Builders in Winterset, IA (2026)
29 pool builders ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Winterset: Central Iowa Pool & Spa, CR Score 62/100; 4.9★ from 581 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 7
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Barton's Property & Lawn Care Maintenance, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #7 of 29.
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Most-reviewed: Swimming Pool Supply Co, 328 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 29 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
29 Winterset pool builders are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 13 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 29 rated businesses.
Top 10 pool builders in Winterset at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Iowa Pool & Spa | 62 | 4.9★ (581) | Des Moines, 31 mi away | Sat · Sun | Overall |
| 2 | Swimming Pool Supply Co | 58 | 4.7★ (328) | Grimes, 26 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 3 | Valley Pool & Hot Tubs Inc | 55 | 4.5★ (46) | West Des Moines, 22 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Oasis Of Iowa | 54 | 5.0★ (21) | Clive, 27 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | The Pool Loop | 54 | 4.7★ (25) | West Des Moines, 25 mi away | Sat | — |
| 6 | Ted Lare Design Build & Garden Center | 53 | 4.8★ (164) | Des Moines, 18 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Barton's Property & Lawn Care Maintenance | 53 | 5.0★ (4) | Altoona, 32 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 8 | CMC Pools of Iowa | 52 | 4.3★ (9) | Indianola, 20 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Rodriguez Pool LLC | 52 | 5.0★ (6) | Ecorse, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | River Pools of Des Moines | 52 | 4.7★ (15) | Waukee, 20 mi away | — | — |
The 29 best pool builders in Winterset, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Grimes, 26 mi away
58/100CR 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 West Des Moines, 22 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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, 27 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #4 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 West Des Moines, 25 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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, 18 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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 Altoona, 32 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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 Indianola, 20 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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 Ecorse, 11 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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 Waukee, 20 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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 West Des Moines, 24 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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.
#12 Cover Care, LLC
Based in Des Moines, 27 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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 Urbandale, 25 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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.
Based in Des Moines, 28 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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.
Based in Johnston, 28 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #15 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, 30 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #16 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 Indianola, 19 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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 Johnston, 30 mi away
50/100CR 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 Ankeny, 34 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #19 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 Indianola, 27 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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 West Valley City, 21 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.3★ from 3 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, 29 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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, 30 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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.
#24 Dyve Pool Co.
Based in West Des Moines, 23 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #24 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.
#25 Pacifico Pools
Based in Des Moines, 25 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #25 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.
All 29 pool builders
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Speck USA | 46 | 4.2★ (60) | 19 mi |
| 27 | Wiges Outdoor Services | 46 | 4.8★ (45) | 30 mi |
| 28 | DM Hardscape LLC | 45 | 5.0★ (12) | 33 mi |
| 29 | HS Concrete Inc. | 45 | 5.0★ (17) | 30 mi |
Also serving Winterset
13 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) | 34 mi |
| Blue Stream Pools & Spas | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Clear Water Pools Inc | 19 mi | |
| Concrete Impressions | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| DJW Enterprises LLC | 1.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Iowa Pool Fence | 35 mi | |
| James McCue | 26 mi | |
| Paradise Pools of Iowa | 5.0★ (1) | In Winterset |
| Pool Escapes of Iowa | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Poolwerx Waukee | 23 mi | |
| Signature Pools | 29 mi | |
| The Poolside Co | 14 mi | |
| Trident Pools & Spas | 5.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
How we ranked Winterset pool builders
We scored 29 Winterset 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 Winterset 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 Winterset: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pool builder in Winterset?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pool builder in Winterset, IA is Central Iowa Pool & Spa with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.9★ from 581 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Swimming Pool Supply Co (#2) and Valley Pool & Hot Tubs Inc (#3) follow. We ranked 29 pool builders on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pool builders are there in Winterset?
ContractorsRanked ranks 29 pool builders serving Winterset, IA. Another 13 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pool builders in Winterset are open 24/7?
1 ranked pool builder in Winterset posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Barton's Property & Lawn Care Maintenance (#7). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pool builders in Winterset work on weekends?
13 of 29 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 Valley Pool & Hot Tubs Inc (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Winterset pool builders have?
The median Google rating among 29 rated pool builders in Winterset is 4.7★, with a median of 15 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 Winterset count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Winterset 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 Winterset
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 29 pool builders serving Winterset.
- November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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