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Compare 8 top-rated pool builders professionals in Durham. Read real reviews, check credentials, and get free quotes.
Looking for top-rated pool builders in Durham, NC? Our directory features 8 pool builders professionals serving the Durham metro area,with an average rating of 4.6 stars from 466 Google reviews.
CRS Contracting Durham is a professional general contractors company serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas. Contact us for a free estimate.
Premier Pools & Spas | Durham is a 5-star rated Pool Builder in Durham, NC with 9 Google reviews.
Blue Haven Pools & Spas is a 5-star rated Pool Builder in Durham, NC with 7 Google reviews.
Elite Pools Spas & Hardscapes, Inc is a 4.7-star rated Pool Builder in Durham, NC with 157 Google reviews.
Lake Norman Pool and Spa - Durham is a 4.7-star rated Pool Builder in Durham, NC with 73 Google reviews.
Pearl Pool Plastering is a 4.6-star rated Pool Builder in Durham, NC with 98 Google reviews.
Superior Pools of Triangle is a 4.1-star rated Pool Builder in Durham, NC with 34 Google reviews.
Cool Pools | Fiberglass pool contractor is a 4-star rated Pool Builder in Durham, NC with 63 Google reviews.
Look for a licensed pool contractor (required in most states) with strong Google ratings specifically for new pool construction. Check reviews for timeliness, communication during the build, and whether the finished pool matched the design. Ask for at least three client references to contact directly.
An in-ground concrete/gunite pool with basic features costs $60,000–$100,000. Vinyl liner pools run $40,000–$70,000. Fiberglass pools cost $45,000–$90,000 installed. Decking, equipment upgrades, and water features add $5,000–$30,000. Costs vary significantly by region.
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Permitting takes 3–8 weeks. Construction typically takes 6–12 weeks for concrete pools, 3–6 weeks for fiberglass. Total project time from contract signing to swim-ready is typically 4–6 months.
Ask for their contractor's license number and pool-specific licensing, proof of insurance, a detailed project timeline, what's included in the warranty (equipment vs. structure), how they handle subcontractors, and who is your point of contact throughout the build.
All listings are sourced from Google Business Profiles and ranked by real Google ratings and review volume. Confirm pool contractor licensing with your state board and verify insurance independently before signing any contract.
Document all issues with photos and written records. Invoke your contract warranty in writing. File with your state contractor licensing board and consult a construction attorney for significant defect claims. Mechanics liens may be an option if the contractor abandoned the project.
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