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The Pool Dude

Pool and Spa Service

About us

Pool & spa repairs, custom covers, openings & closings & maintenance. http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Pool-Dude/336707966415899?sk=page_map. See website for services offered, payment options & other details.

Business highlights

18 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Repair vinyl liners, pumps, filters, auto cleaners, safety covers, heaters (gas), pool lights. Repair of most spas & hot tubs. Opening & closing of pools. Work on above ground or in ground pools.

Services we don't offer

Weekly cleanings & liner installs.


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Reviews

4.628 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
75%
4
7%
3
11%
2
0%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.3
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.5
punctuality
4.6
Showing 1-25 of 28 reviews

Rebecca R.
01/2019
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Went well.
Description of Work: Replaced leaking gaskets on the outlet of my hot tub pump and inlet to the hot tub’s heater.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$95

John S.
07/2018
1.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
A confirmed appointment was set for July 9th. No one showed or called. A call placed by me was unreturned. I am not sure how they got so many A ratings.
Description of Work: I needed my hot tub thermostat adjusted

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Vicki H.
10/2017
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
very well. would use again!
Description of Work: I would definitely use the Pool Dude again. Did not overcharge. Only prices customer for what they need, not what they can get away with charging. I felt like both times we used him, he was extremely honest. Spa and pool servicemen basically could get away with charging whatever they wanted to, but both times, The Pool Dude was saving us money big time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Cathy B.
07/2017
4.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
The husband and wife team were very friendly and the service was done well and in a timely manner. However, I was surprised to be charged an additional $65.00 service fee for no work done on the first visit that was scheduled to replace my hoses.
Description of Work: Replaced two hoses and ordered/replaced the top to my sand filter

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Rick H.
05/2016
3.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I attempted to contact this provider by email. No response!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Tammy H.
01/2016
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Vicki H.
10/2015
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Very honest and I would recommend him.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Annette K.
05/2015
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We called to see if they could help us with our pool. They phoned back very quickly, advised they did not really service concrete pools, and referred us to another service. Pool Dude services hot tubs and above ground pools, not in ground pools so much. I spoke to someone at the other company, Allen's pools, who Pool Dude had recommended. They were very rushed, said they couldn't get to us until August, but leave a message after I hung up and he would call back with a date and time. I did, but they never phoned us back :-( Allen's pools, not professional or courteous. Pool Dude was at least helpful and professional. We ended up calling Luau Pools, in Dalton.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stan G.
12/2014
3.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
First, we bought our spa on-line and later discovered that it was made in China, not just the tub, but all the motors, too. (Don't do this). We had not used the hot tub in two (2) years. We tried to replace the heater by ourselves, couldn't get it to go past 82 degrees and had leaks all over the place. This is the only person who would tackle the job. We first contacted him in June and he came out and looked over the job and worked on some of the leaks. Then he was on vacation for two (2) weeks, we only found this out by leaving a message on his answer machine. When he came out the next time, he took apart one of the pumps and that's where the troubles started. the way it was made, he tried to find parts and tried them, but the motor would not line up so he had to order a new motor to replace that one. He finally came back after the motor came in and he installed it, fixed some leaks and filled the tub. He discovered more leaks, so he came back a few days later and finished the job. Our hot tub/spa works wonderful now. Really, the main complaint with this vendor is lack of communication.
Description of Work: repaired hot tub/spa

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$950

Joanne B.
03/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Our hot tub heater was not working properly - no matter what temperature it was set to, the temperature would go to 105 degrees and stay there. Scot came and figured out the problem. It turned out to be an easy fix and he only charged me for a service call. He and his partner were very nice and professional and we will definitely use them again. In fact, we may switch to him to service our pool.
Description of Work: He came to my house and looked at the hot tub.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

Edwin Z.
09/2013
3.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Left a bill. But I still have no pool working. He only claimed to fix the mechanics. I needed the pool cleaned, which has not happened yet. That is not his fault except that the phone number of the two people he left for cleaning turned out to be of no help. We have had no pool all summer.
Description of Work: Adjusted the pump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Dwight H.
08/2013
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
He did a great job! Would recommend him to anyone. Scott is the type of person that you trust around your home.
Description of Work: Repaired Hot Tub

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Andy A.
07/2013
1.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
My gas pool heater would not stay lit, so the pool would not heat. When he came out, all he did was blame me for it, even though, at the time, I had only lived in the house a month. He said we were not taking care of it and maintaining the pool as we should. He made one more visit a few months later, and blamed me again for the pool heater not working, even though I paid him almost $1700 to fix it. It's still not working, and I've got to find someone else to fix it.
Description of Work: My gas pool heater would not stay lit, so the pool would not heat. When he came out, all he did was blame me for it, even though, at the time, I had only lived in the house a month. He said we were not taking care of it and maintaining the pool as we should. He made one more visit a few months later, and blamed me again for the pool heater not working, even though I paid him almost $1700 to fix it. It's still not working, and I've got to find someone else to fix it.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0

$1,700

Response from The Pool Dude
It is highly important especially on indoor pools and pools with heaters to keep the chemicals balanced in the pool. High PH levels can destroy a pool heater very quickly.

Marion M.
06/2013
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
We have used the Pool Dude twice and he is reliable, responsible and gets the problem solved. I will use him again if needed.
Description of Work: Updated our Jacuzzi system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Martha W.
05/2013
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Our hot tub stopped again and AGAIN, about a month after being serviced by a different provider (who I was unable to reach). I was smarter this time and found 'The Pool Dude' on Angie's List. He immediately diagnosed the problem and did an overall check. A part had to be ordered, yet he managed to get it and return ahead of schedule. He gave very helpful information, and though he was too professional to slam the previous service, he did advise that the supposedly brand new part that needed to be replace, looked more like a refurbished part. If I have any additional problems, I will only call The Pool Dude!
Description of Work: Diagnosed an electrical/equipment problem and resolved the issue.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$458

Terri D.
04/2013
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
If I have any problems then I call them and he is right here. He is like family. I would swear by him on my family's grave. I know a lot of people that use him so he has a very good reputation.
Description of Work: I got to The Pool Dude yesterday to arrange for my pool opening. The last time he was here was to close the pool. I have been using them for years. I have been using him about twice a year of if I have any problems.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Ronald T.
08/2012
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
The overall experience went very well. Scott is very knowledgeable. I had already been online to price pumps and he was right on the money. The the total of my bill was expected except that if I would have used the dealer, they would have charged me double of what Scott charged! I would highly recommend THE POOL DUDE!
Description of Work: My spa was leaking at the pump. Upon inspection, the pump was locked up. Scott tried his best to unfreeze the motor (and did), but when turned on the power to the pump, you could tell it had a bad bearing. Scott gave me the choice of using the bad motor, which had a limited life expectancy, or replace the motor. I chose to replace the motor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Lory H.
06/2012
4.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
The Pool Dude was prompt. He fixed the problem.
Description of Work: The Pool Dude fixed a pool problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Nina H.
05/2012
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
After replacing the capacitor, he stayed around awhile to make sure it was the only problem, and, while waiting, was kind enough to give me some needed advice about how best to operate the spa. His service was prompt and his charges were fair. I would definitely call him again.
Description of Work: My hot tub stopped functioning altogether, and I dreaded the service call and the likely expense. Instead, the "pool man's" visit and charges were a nice surprise. He came highly recommended not only by Angie's List but also by the local pool supply. He told me he thought only the capacitor would have to be replaced, not the more expensive pump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$145

Diane C.
05/2012
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Our entire experience was excellent!! The Pool Dude was here early to install our heater, and had worked us in his heavy schedule so we would have a heated pool for Memorial Day Week End. His work was exceptional, and he is one of the nicest professionals we have ever met. His prices are exactly as he stated..$60/hr plus a $65 Service Call. We also required a new chlorine feeder which he had in stock on his truck for immediate installation. He carried off our old heavy non-working heater saving us an additional trash pickup fee. This morning our pool water temperature is perfect and we will begin today to enjoy a summer of fun and relaxation in our pool. All thanks to The Pool Dude! We definitely want to make certain we are on his schedule this fall for winterizing our pool and heater.
Description of Work: First of all Scott, The Pool Dude, worked us in when his scheduled appointments were extremely heavy. We contacted him to install a new pool propane heater and were hopeful we could have it working prior to Memorial Week End. He did just that! He arrived early and went straight to work. He was here for 2.5 hours charging his regular rate of $60/hr which is well deserved. While he was here he also replaced our chlorine feeder which was beyond repair. His total labor fee was $215.00 which included 2.5 hours work plus a $65 Service Call fee. He carried off our large old non-working heater. Total materials to complete installation of our heater, a new filter basket and a new chlorine feeder totalled $140. With taxes that brought our total to approx. $368. My husband said he has never met a nicer, more knowledgeable professional than The Pool Dude!! This morning our pool water temperature is perfect!! We are ready to enjoy a summer of relaxation and fun in our pool thanks to The Pool Dude! We will definitely want to be on his schedule this fall for winterizing our pool and heater.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$368

jack C.
12/2011
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Called for an appointment, he was very busy and set service time for three weeks later. Came out while I was at work, found the problem, replaced the non-working pump and left the bill. Quick and easy.
Description of Work: Replaced pump in hot tub.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Tommy C.
12/2011
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
he was prompt and through coul not have been better.
Description of Work: he closed up my pool the winter did a great job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Grace T.
04/2011
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
He was awesome! He took a lot of time to fix what was needed, and he charged appropriately, 60 dollars per hour plus parts.
Description of Work: He worked on our therma spa. It was pretty intricate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Todd L.
06/2010
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Great job, reasonable price for how much work was done
Description of Work: Cleaning and servicing of hot tub

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Mike A.
10/2008
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Great. I now have a spa repairman to call with any future problems. Although he is in Georgia he comes to Tennessee often and does not charge travel time.
Description of Work: We had an ingroud spa put in by a contractor from Knoxville and he was less than good. Scott came in and cleaned up all the problems and all is great now.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$226
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Contact information

54 Elaine Cir, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742

thepooldude.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Pool and Spa Service

FAQ

The Pool Dude is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

The Pool Dude accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, The Pool Dude does not offer free project estimates.
No, The Pool Dude does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Pool Dude does not offer a senior discount.
No, The Pool Dude does not offer emergency services.
No, The Pool Dude does not offer warranties.
The Pool Dude offers the following services: Repair vinyl liners, pumps, filters, auto cleaners, safety covers, heaters (gas), pool lights. Repair of most spas & hot tubs. Opening & closing of pools. Work on above ground or in ground pools.
Weekly cleanings & liner installs.

Contact information

54 Elaine Cir, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742

thepooldude.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed