I highly recommend avoiding Home Paradise Pools and the owner, David Blackerby. In August 2023, we gave them a $20,000 deposit to begin construction on our pool with the understanding that work would start in March 2024. From the start, communication was awful. Our questions went unanswered, and we were left in the dark about the progress of the project. By early January, we decided to cancel because there had been no permits pulled and only a couple of renderings provided—no real progress. After canceling, we were left waiting for six weeks to receive any portion of our deposit back. When it finally arrived, we got only a $15,000 partial refund, with David Blackerby keeping $5,000. This is downright theft in our eyes, especially since no permits were pulled, and we were never given a copy of the contract. It's hard to believe we were expected to pay for essentially nothing. We definitely do not recommend this company to anyone. Save your money and avoid the stress!
Description of Work: We cancelled before any work started
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Candace L.
03/2024
5.0
swimming pools
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Our in ground pool was installed in four months. Just finished it in December. Weather was pretty good. Process was steady.
Description of Work: New in ground pool with equipment and pavers
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$63,000
Terry P.
05/2015
5.0
pool cleaners
+ -1 more
They did a good job and I would recommend. We had good luck with them.
Description of Work: We used Home Paradise Pools.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Barbara S.
08/2014
4.0
pool cleaners
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unknown
Description of Work: Did not use this company. They did not service commercial pools.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Karen R.
07/2014
1.0
pool cleaners
+ -1 more
Very poor customer service provided from the very first point of contact. They were very condescending and would not allow me to speak, kept cutting me off and simply wouldn't take a moment to listen to what I needed/wanted as a potential customer. This company was referred to me but I will not use them based on the first impression alone.
Description of Work: Nothing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
Charles W.
04/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
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Description of Work: My dealings with the owner Mr Blackerby & his service people has always been been fair & honest. |This past service he replaced my pool pump with a new series variable speed pump. They also replaced on warranty the Electronic chlorine Generator with new generation unit at no cost!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
matt R.
02/2014
2.0
swimming pools
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what was gone be the dream come true turned out to be a pool that is gone fall inside itself in less than 5 years and the provider will do nothing about it but hide behind fine lines in a contract!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! anyone is welcome to contact me and see the pool for yourself before letting Hp pools steel your dream. contact me at 850-260-5709 to see for yourself.
Description of Work: the pool from h***!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$30,000
Craig P.
07/2013
1.0
pool cleaners
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It seemed my pool job got less priority than it should have gotten. Appointments were missed. Some details were overlooked. All around the pool dirt was needed to fill in were they had done work. I had to do it myself. They forgot it was a salt pool and overlooked the need to add it. The real issue here is that the liner kept coming off the top and sagging down in places. Looks cheap and unkept. I've been in to see them and the first time they came on a Sat. jumped in and used a kitchen knife to force the seam back in. David at HP said that's all you have to do. He said he would send someone with what was described as a wedge piece to completely fix it once and for all. Well that didn't happed and from 2011 to this day the liner is in need of repair from the very people I paid $7800 to fix in the first place I got David's number from their website and called and left a message. He called me back and he said he remembered me but because they are no longer HP Pools ( they call themselves "Home Paradise Pools" ) He was a somewhat rude to me as well when I said I needed it repaired He said because of their name change, He can no longer honor any agreements to repair my pool. He then told me he would call back with a number for a guy who does that kind of work but I would need to pay him. Beware and be very leery in dealing with Home Paradise Pools
Description of Work: Due to my pool being damaged by storm water, I needed them to rebuild the wall of the pool and install a new liner
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
$7,800
Mark M.
06/2013
2.0
pool cleaners
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This company was recommended to me because I have had trouble getting other pool contractors to respond to calls and show up at appointments. I was told this company would be responsive. I tried for two weeks to get in touch with David, their main man, and left numerous messages for him but never once received a call back. When I finally mentioned the fact that I had been leaving messages and hadn't been called back, the woman on the phone threw a temper tantrum and tried to blame me for the problem. I will never use these people and will never try to contact them again.
Description of Work: Nothing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
richard C.
02/2013
1.0
pool cleaners
+ -1 more
we had several quotes for the service and HP pools was a good price. The attitude began becomming condesending when had problems with the pool. the workmanship was lousy.
Description of Work: rennovated my pool with a 1 year guarrantee. the pool tile began cracking after 13 months. very unpleasnt experience, poor service.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0
$11,000
Response from Home Paradise Pools LLC.
This pool was not built by Home Paradise Pools, it was built by HP Pools, which is a totally different company
Ken R.
01/2013
5.0
pool cleaners
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Contract was signed and deposit given on May 8th, 2012. After waiting on city permits, digging commenced on June 4th, 2012. Due to weather this past summer, the pool was finished on September 3, 2012. Mr. Blackerby and his Home Paradise employees were very courteous and professional during the entire process. They kept me informed of each step and the unfortunate delays. After the pool was completed, the owner (Mr. Blackerby) came out and personally ran me through the pump systems, deck jets, and cleaning process. It has been 4 months since completion and I also use HP for my water testing and chemical needs. I am exceptionally pleased with their service and would definitely recommend them without hesitation!
Description of Work: Installed an in-ground 17'x34' kidney-shaped pool. Three feet of decking surrounding the pool was included in the base price. Options included variable speed pump, two deck jets, texturing of existing deck, and a retaining wall along the rear of the pool deck. Option after down payment/shell installation: additional decking.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$32,000
Terry P.
10/2012
4.0
pool cleaners
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Overall it has been well except for the HP office manager. In August we had extensive rain and we could not determine if the pool had been serviced. My wife called HP and spoke to the person who called herself the office manager. When my wife inquired about the service, the office manager was very defensive and rude, claiming the attending person had listed the pool as being serviced. She further went to say that she would cancel the service because she resented my wife's questions. This is not a person who should be allowed to be in contact with customers. Subsequently I discussed this issue with the company owner and he resolved the issue.
Description of Work: Pool restored to clear condition, subsequent maintenance satisfactory.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
william B.
10/2012
4.0
pool cleaners
+ -1 more
' OOPS! As described above. Overall pleased with service so far.
Description of Work: We hired HP pools to provide monthly pool service for us. geeting them scheduled to come out and give us an estimate was the hardest part of the process as the office staff didn't communicate well and just lost the order the first time. On our second attempt it went more smoothly and we ended up signing them to do the job. The person who does the actual weekly cleaning and monitoring of the pool could not be any better, and they leave a note with details of what was done which is really nice. They have been on time so far (2 months), and their price for this service is in line with the others we checked with.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$145
David D.
12/2010
5.0
pool cleaners
+ -1 more
Outstanding. See story above...don't want to repeat myself. Be prepared to have you backyard look like a construction site...cause it is. Don't make a decision on builder based on our quickly they are going to build it. Spring and Summer months are the busyest so expect it to take longer. It is going to take between 4 and 8 weeks; plan for the longer. Recommend having it built in the Fall or Winter when the price might be better negotiated and time is not a factor.
Description of Work: I had a in-ground pool installed. I had received several estimates and narrowed my search to Cox and HP. Cox has an excellent presentation and I have no doubt would build a great pool. But they were inflexible on their price and failed to contact me during price negotiation to the point I began to feel like they were sweating me out. As a sell point, they claimed a short build time and were throwing in options for "free." Nothing is free! David Blackersby at HP was as professional a person to deal with as could be hoped for. With much less overhead, he was able to build the exact pool at a much lower price, and his crews have been nothing short of outstanding. Pools, according to my research, are highly marked up and of course I have no idea what profit is made. Value to me is that I am happy with the product at the price paid. In this case, not only is the product outstanding, a beautiful pool, but the experience with David and his staff has made this pleasurable. I hope I never build another pool; but if I do I will immediately contract with HP...and will strongly recommend HP to anyone considering an in-ground pool. I will leave my name with David and HP for references in the future; and will make available to potential customers a visit to the pool. I am not related or affiliated with HP Pools in any way.
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FAQ
Home Paradise Pools LLC. is currently rated 3.4 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Home Paradise Pools LLC. accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Home Paradise Pools LLC. offers free project estimates.
Yes, Home Paradise Pools LLC. offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Home Paradise Pools LLC. does not offer a senior discount.
No, Home Paradise Pools LLC. does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Home Paradise Pools LLC. offers warranties.
Home Paradise Pools LLC. offers the following services: RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL, POOL REPAIRS, MONTHLY MAINTENANCE SERVICE, POOL, SPA, & POOL DECK RENNOVATION.