2011 Buyers’ Guide: Inground Pools

 
See the buyers' guide for inground pools, featuring detailed company listings and links to recommended builders and manufacturers.


 

Anthony & Sylvan PoolsAnthony & Sylvan Pools

Doylestown, Pa.

877-SAY-SWIM


Year Established: 1946 

Types of Pools: 
Concrete/gunite/shotcrete, fiberglass (in select areas) 

Warranty: Lifetime, pool shell; competitive warranties, all other parts and accessories 

 

Anthony & Sylvan is an award-winning pool company that has maintained a reputation for quality and excellence. As an innovator in the pool industry for more than six decades, Anthony & Sylvan provides customers with exquisite inground pools and spas.

Each of the 370,000 pools built nationwide is a statement in beauty, featuring unique shapes, water features, and quality craftsmanship. 

Aquatech, A National Society of Pool-Building & Retailing ProfessionalsAquatech,® A National Society of Pool-Building & Retailing Professionals 

Costa Mesa, Calif.
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for member locator 

Year Established: 1962

Types of Pools: Concrete/ gunite, fiberglass, vinyl-lined

Warranty: Varies by product/builder

Aquatech Society, the nation’s leading Society of Pool-Building & Retailing Professionals, has been setting the standard for beautiful pools and customer satisfaction since 1962. With hundreds of members across the country, Aquatech Society makes it easy to find a highly qualified pool builder near you!

Photo courtesy of Acme Pool Construction, Grand Rapids, Mich.

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Fort Wayne PoolsFort Wayne Pools

Latham, N.Y.

800-833-3800

Year Established: 1968

Types of Pools: Vinyl-liner

Warranty: Lifetime, pool and steps; 5-year full/15-year pro-rated transferable, liner

Fort Wayne Pools has been manufacturing swimming pool components in America’s heartland for 40 years. It was also the premiere manufacturer of polymer wall panels, now sold through The Elite Pool® brand. The company also sells steel-walled pools under the name Sterling™ Pools.


 

Kafko Pool Products

Kafko Pool Products

Latham, N.Y.

800-833-3800

 

Year Established: 1971

Types of Pools: Vinyl-liner

Warranty: Lifetime, pool; 25 years, steps; 3-year full/17-year pro-rated, liner

Referred to as “The Pool Kit Specialist” by many of its dealers, Kafko Pool Products has received worldwide recognition for its excellent customer service and product innovations. Its attention to detail, flexible designs, and quality workmanship has earned the company a reputation for pools with long-lasting beauty and durability.



Master Pools Guild, Inc.Master Pools Guild,® Inc.

International Network

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Year Established: 1962

Types of Pools: Concrete/gunite/shotcrete

Warranty: Varies by member

The Master Pools Guild is a global network of elite custom pool builders committed to being leaders in design, techniques, and technology for building the world’s finest pools. Master Pools Builders take pride in creating customized pool settings that enhance family fun and lifestyle.


 
Pacific Pools

Pacific Pools

Latham, N.Y.

800-833-3800

 

Year Established: 1956

Types of Pools: Vinyl-liner

Warranty: Lifetime, pool and steps; 5-year full/15-year pro-rated transferable, liner

For over 50 years, Pacific Pools has been a leader in the inground swimming pool industry. Through research and development, dedication and integrity, and an innovative and pioneering spirit, Pacific Pools continues to expand its product line, offering new vinyl-liner patterns, step options, safety covers, and more.


 

Viking Pools

Viking Pools

Jane Lew, W.Va.

800-VKG-POOL

 

Year Established: 1975

Types of Pools: Fiberglass

Warranty: Lifetime, structural; 20-year, finish

Viking Pools manufactures quality one-piece ceramic composite fiberglass swimming pools that come with a lifetime warranty. Its line of inground pools offers a wide assortment of built-in features to help homeowners create beautiful pools that fit their lifestyle and aesthetic. Choose from exclusive colors and finishes, various tiles, water features, aromatherapy, vanishing edges, and much more. 


Where to Buy

 

Pool Builders

Anthony & Sylvan Pools


Aquatech Society

Custom Outdoors           

www.customoutdoors.com

Defiance Water Recreation          

www.defiancepools.com

Diamond Spas   

www.diamondspas.com

Fort Wayne Pools


Genesis 3, Inc.  

www.genesis3.com

Hydra® Pools    

www.hydrapools.com

Kafko Pool Products


Master Pools Guild, Inc.

National Pool Wholesalers           

www.nationalpoolwholesalers.com

Pacific Pools      


Viking Pools

Waterside Pools, Inc.     

www.watersidepool.com

Pool Accessories

Borderlines™ by Pool Borders, Inc.           

www.poolborders.com

Cactus Stone & Tile        

www.cactustile.com

Custom Mosaics, Inc.     

www.custommosaicsinc.com

Merlin Industries, Inc.    

www.merlinindustries.com

Oceaside Glasstile         

www.glasstile.com

Outdoor Shower Co., LLC

www.outdoorshowerco.com

Vastec USA       

www.vastec-usa.com