5 Best Pool and Spa Services in Houston (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

A backyard pool in Houston has to survive clay-rich soil, a high water table, and a genuinely brutal summer, and pool and spa services in Houston like these have logged more than 3,300 Google reviews between them. One name alone has crossed 1,300 reviews, and every business on this page sits at 4.5 stars or higher.

Short answer: Richard's Total Backyard Solutions is Houston's most-reviewed pool builder at 4.8 stars across 1,372 reviews, while Olympia Pools and Spas holds the highest rating at 4.9 stars.

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1. Richard's Total Backya…
2. Regal Pools
3. Platinum Pools
4. Anthony & Sylvan Pools
5. Olympia Pools and Spas
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Houston Pool and Spa Builders Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Richard's Total Backyard Solutions	4.8 ★	1,372	Full backyard builds, widest track record	View ›
2	Regal Pools	4.8 ★	696	Design-forward custom gunite pools	View ›
3	Platinum Pools	4.5 ★	507	Established Houston builder	View ›
4	Anthony & Sylvan Pools	4.6 ★	395	National brand, long warranty support	View ›
5	Olympia Pools and Spas	4.9 ★	217	Ongoing maintenance & hot tubs	View ›

5 Best Pool and Spa Services in Houston (2026)

Who to call for a pool or spa

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Richard's Total Backyard Solutions

4.81,372 Google reviews

Richard's Total Backyard Solutions is a full-service Houston pool builder offering pool construction, renovation, weekly maintenance, hot tubs, and outdoor living additions like kitchens and fireplaces. Reviewers describe detailed design collaboration with named designers and construction managers, from initial sketches through equipment positioning at the end of the build. It carries by far the deepest review base of any pool builder on this page.

What people praise

Deepest review base on this list by a wide margin, over 1,300 reviews
Handles pools, spas, and outdoor living additions under one company
Reviewers repeatedly praise named designers and project managers for hands-on service
Weekly maintenance and hot-tub service available after the build

Worth knowing

Weather-related delays are common on larger builds, per reviewer feedback
A meaningful share of one-star reviews sit alongside the mostly positive feedback

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,372 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed pool builder in Houston by a wide margin, and a strong pick for a full backyard transformation, pool plus outdoor kitchen and living space, under one company.

Website +1713-777-7665 Directions

1701 S Texas 6, Houston, TX 77077

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Regal Pools

4.8696 Google reviews

Regal Pools is a Tomball-based custom pool builder specializing in gunite pool construction, renovation, and outdoor living spaces, with a Master Pools Guild membership and BBB A+ accreditation. Reviewers describe detailed 3D renderings prepared before the first site visit and weekly progress updates from named project managers throughout construction. It has served greater Houston since 2008.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently praise fast, detailed 3D design renderings
Weekly written progress updates from a dedicated project manager
Master Pools Guild member with BBB A+ accreditation
Reviewers describe issues fixed proactively, sometimes before being noticed

Worth knowing

Based in Tomball, so response times may vary for homes farther into central Houston
Custom gunite construction is a longer process than a prefab pool

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume696 · 92th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

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Our take: A strong choice for a genuinely custom gunite pool design, backed by reviewers who consistently credit the design and project-management team for a smooth, well-communicated build.

Website Book now +1936-758-7597 Directions

9930 Boudreaux Rd #201, Tomball, TX 77375

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Platinum Pools

4.5507 Google reviews

Platinum Pools is a Houston pool builder operating since 1998, offering custom pool design, construction, and financing across Houston and Beaumont. Reviewers describe named designers and project managers guiding first-time pool owners through the entire process, including designs that fit tight or challenging lot layouts. It carries a strong review volume across more than two decades in business.

What people praise

Over two decades of local operating history
Reviewers highlight designs that work well even in small or challenging spaces
Named project managers stay responsive through construction
Wide range of pricing options to fit different budgets

Worth knowing

Rating trails the other names on this list, reflecting a wider spread of feedback
Some reviewers describe miscommunication requiring follow-up during the build

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume507 · 87th

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown84% 5-star

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Our take: A solid, long-established option, particularly for smaller or tricky lots, though its rating is the lowest of the group here.

Website +1281-870-1600 Directions

4500 Blalock Rd, Houston, TX 77041

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Anthony & Sylvan Pools

4.6395 Google reviews

Anthony & Sylvan Pools is a national pool builder with a Houston location, offering pool construction, renovation, and maintenance backed by over 50 years of company history. Reviewers describe smooth, well-communicated builds with named project managers and designers, plus a dedicated warranty coordinator handling post-build support. It is one of the longest-established brands on this page.

What people praise

Reviewers specifically praise dedicated warranty support after the build
National brand backing with more than 50 years in business
Named project managers described as proactive and communicative
Handles Houston's clay-rich soil and high water table as part of standard planning

Worth knowing

As a national brand, local crews may vary from the reviews of other regional locations
Smaller review base than the top two names on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume395 · 82th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown86% 5-star

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Our take: A strong pick if long-term warranty support matters to you, backed by a reviewer who specifically credits the warranty coordinator for fast, knowledgeable service.

Website +1713-467-6458 Directions

1424 W Sam Houston Pkwy N #180, Houston, TX 77043

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Olympia Pools and Spas

4.9217 Google reviews

Olympia Pools and Spas is a Houston pool and spa service company operating since 1982, focused on cleaning, repairs, renovations, and hot tub sales as the area's only authorized Sundance Spas warranty center. Reviewers describe weekly cleaning visits and equipment repairs handled by named technicians who explain the work as they go. It holds the highest rating of any business on this page.

What people praise

Highest rating on this list at 4.9
Reviewers describe consistent, knowledgeable service across years of repeat visits
Only authorized Sundance Spas warranty center in the area
Handles both routine maintenance and equipment repairs like waterfall fixes

Worth knowing

Focused more on maintenance, repair, and hot tubs than new pool construction
Smaller review base than the largest construction-focused names on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Houston

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume217 · 71th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

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Our take: The top-rated pick here, and the strongest choice if you need ongoing pool maintenance or a hot tub rather than a new pool build.

Website +1713-782-6776 Directions

8400 Westglen Dr, Houston, TX 77063

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Houston pool and spa businesses. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from over a thousand people carries more weight than a perfect score from a few dozen. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

Serving all of Houston

The pool and spa businesses above cover greater Houston, including Katy, Sugar Land, Tomball, The Woodlands, and Conroe. Searching for a pool builder near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a pool builder

How does the design account for Houston’s clay soil and high water table?
Is the quote itemized, and what is included versus offered as an upgrade?
What is the expected construction timeline, including weather-related buffers?
What warranty covers the structure, equipment, and finish separately?
Who handles permits and HOA approval, if needed?
Is ongoing maintenance available after the build, and at what cost?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these pool and spa services?

We started from every pool and spa business in Houston with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

How long does a pool build take in Houston?

Reviewers on this page describe custom gunite pool timelines ranging from a few months to longer for larger builds with outdoor kitchens or living spaces, with weather often affecting the schedule.

Do any of these companies handle ongoing pool maintenance?

Yes. Olympia Pools and Spas and Richard’s Total Backyard Solutions both offer weekly cleaning and maintenance service alongside new pool construction.

The bottom line

Richard’s Total Backyard Solutions is the safe default for a full backyard build on sheer proven volume, while Olympia Pools and Spas is the top-rated pick for ongoing maintenance and hot tubs. Get a written, itemized quote and confirm the timeline before signing, whichever builder you choose.

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