Fencing, Pool and Spa Service, Pool Sales Construction and Installation
About us
Family owned and operated since 1962. Installation of inground and above ground swimming pools, spas, fences, retail showroom, rennovations, parts and service.
More than happy to take our money. Installation went well. After ther winter,one post was leaning considerably and cover boards were warping. Had to call MANY times to get it fixed. Finally came out in the fall 2014. Then after another winter, post was leaning again and a couple boards split. Called NUMEROUS times, kept getting run around by customer service, then was told it was out of warranty because it is only 2 year warranty, even though repair was done prior year. Then was also told that there was no way they were going to come all the way to our house, though that wasn't a complaint when we purchased the fence. Terrible customer service and follow through. Now we have to find someone who can fix the leaning post before the whole side starts to shift.
Description of Work: Replace fence in fall 2013.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0
Kathleen A.
06/2017
5.0
fencing
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We were very impressed. Not only were they quick (had entire old fence removed in less than 2 hours!), but they made sure that things were done right. They didn't feel comfortable with the original Julie markings, so they called and had Julie come back out! Even though it caused a slight delay for them, they made sure that things were done right. Still finished the entire fence in less than 2 days! And we were very comfortable with the cost.
Description of Work: Replace old fence around entire yard.
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
$6,100
Rebecca C.
02/2017
5.0
fencing
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From all the ones that I contracted, they were the best but of course I would have loved to pay less for fencing.
Description of Work: I used Meiers Outdoor world to put up fence with 2 gates.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Berthil I.
06/2014
5.0
fencing
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They did everything right. They came out, gave me a price, stuck with their price and did all the work in one day. They did nice work too. Everybody cleaned up and all I had to do was write a check. I have no complaints about what they did.
Description of Work: I used Meier's Outdoor World for fencing services. They built a fence.
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
$4,000
MICHAEL I.
05/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
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The heavy ice and snow from the worst winter in 40 years caused our automatic pool cover, track, liner,and light to fail. This happened in early February but we had to wait for ALL the ice to melt before it could be repaired. I called several pool companies and either their price was too high or they didn't call me back in a timely manner. I called Meier's in Fox Lake and from the minute the manager answered the phone, the entire process went smoothly. He came out the following morning to assess the damages and determine what we needed, etc. By that afternoon, I had prices and estimated install dates. I placed the order and gave him a deposit. Everything came in on time and work was done. Pool is beautiful and ready for swimming (if our weather would warm up). I tend to be a perfectionist and called Dave many times with additional questions I had thought about later. Even though this is his busiest time of year, he always took the time to explain with patience and professionalism. Their other quality that impressed me was dependability. When he said they were coming out, they were here. That's important these days when everyone is busy. I'm a very happy and satisfied customer. Everything went better than I expected and I recommend them highly. If anyone has any questions, feel free to email me and I'll share my experience with you.
Description of Work: The ice and snow from the worst Chicago winter in 40 years caused our automatic pool cover, track and vinyl liner to fail. We needed a new pool cover, track and vinyl liner as well as a low voltage underwater pool light. Meiers replaced all of this.
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
Barbara N.
11/2013
1.0
fencing
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Initial contact was very positive. Shortly after the fence was installed, I discovered that they had installed the fence with the "good" side to the inside and the "not so good" side to the outside. Sent e-mail indicating that I was not happy. Subsequently phoned the sales rep who did not get back to me. Called again and sales rep indicated that his GM was to have called me. GM called shortly thereafter. Said, over and over, that in 53 years of being in the business, no one had ever asked that they install the fence with the better side out. He indicated that it would cost him at least another $500 to correct it and that he did not recommend that. He made it clear that I would have to pay the extra $500. I pointed out that I have been making a point of looking at other fences, and the wooden ones and the chain link ones all have the "good" side to the outside. It made no sense to me that an aluminum fence woul be just the opposite It is called CURB APPEAL. He did not offer to correct the problem at his cost, nor did he offer a credit or rebate of any sort. I told him that I was actively unhappy about this and that if I were him, I would not use me as a reference.
Description of Work: Provided and installed 42" white aluminmum fence and two gates.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$3,500
Becky B.
09/2013
1.0
fencing, pool cleaners
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This company installed an in-ground pool four years ago. Within the first two years there were problems with the auto-cover, pump motor, filter and chlorine generator. Since installation, the liner has had to be replaced, the heat pump has gone bad and the pole that holds the automated pool cover has snapped. Trying to get service from this company is ridiculous. They give you the run-around. When they finally do send someone, the problems still aren't resolved. Customer service is a joke. They may have been in business for 50 years but that doesn't mean that they do quality work. They certainly don't stand behind it. It takes weeks and months to get problems fixed and one of their owners will do everything possible to blame the vender, the customer, the weather and anything else he can come think of. I wish I would have checked their review online first. I would not recommend doing business with this company, EVER!
Description of Work: We paid this company to install an in-ground swimming pool in our yard four years ago.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$50,000
SUSAN F.
08/2013
1.0
fencing
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We built a $100,000 pool project with this company 14 years ago including the fence. You would think that would account for something. This service has been terrible. I am done chasing Harry for a quote. I was really looking forward to using them for my project, but if they can't even get me a quote, how's the actual project going to get done. I would think that most businesses would want a customer that remembers them positively years later and calls to give them repeat business even if my job was small. THIS TIME.
Description of Work: I left numerous messages on the fence office phone line with no return call in MAY. Secretary at store finally gave me Harry Clarks cell. He was apologetic.They came out to my house in JUNE (5 days later) to determine what parts we needed. He told me he would email me the quote in a few days.He never got back to me. I called him 3rd week of July. He told me, Oh ya, I have all your pricing I just have to find it on my desk. I'll call you back. I called him again 8/1 he ball-parked the estimate as a few hundred dollars. When I politely asked ( not upset at all) how long it would be to get this small job on the schedule, He said 6-8 weeks. I told him it had already been since early May to get the quote. I can only say that there was NOOOO Customer service in his response. Its 8/5 now and not even a return phone call with te detailed quote. I called someone else on Angies list today and they will be out tomorrow. Gotta love Angies list and those A rating businesses!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Carol D.
05/2012
2.0
fencing
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Called and visited company on recommendation from realtor. When ready to go forward with project, took multiple phone calls just to set up appointment to take measurements. There was quite a bit of confusion in the office as to who was supposed to handle the project. This alone took a few weeks to straighten out. During the entire project, we had to continually call the company to get updates and when the installation would occur. They often would not call back. When fence finally installed, it could not be finished in a timely manner because all the parts had not been taken to site on the day of installation. When bushed needed trimming to install fence, limbs were left in driveway instead of pulled to the side. I would not use this company again. Way overpriced for the type of service you receive.
Description of Work: company installed a fence at our property
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0
$3,800
Response from Meiers Outdoor World, Inc.
When the customer first came to the store they explained that they were looking for a price on some fence work, so we passed their info onto our fence dept. They were contatced by Rob Bowman in our fence dept at which time they explained that they also were interested in a pool. Since Rob is a fence not a pool salesman he passed their info over to Steve Meier as he could give them a price on both fence and pool. So there wasnt miscommunication Meier's needed to have the right salesman contact them. Which if Meier's knew that they wanted a pool as well it would have been given to Steve Meier right away. The contract was signed on April 12th 2012 and completed on May 10th 2012 which in the heat of the fence season is a normal amount of time for a job like this to be completed. Meier's Outdoor World Inc. has been in business for 50 years and if the statements by the Dallstreams were accurate surely we wouldn't have lasted as long as we have, especially since customer service is our number 1 priority.
Ann S.
08/2011
1.0
fencing
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Was given an estement and told it would it would be two weeks since mine was a small job. No problem. Two weeks had gone so I called back to see when they might be out to do job. They claimed they had called me and left a message that they would be out Wendsday afternoon to work on fence. Never recived a message. I said that was fine. Meir's called Tuesday to say they were commming out at three Tuesday instead. I said it was fine. Meier's did not show up untill 6:00. Did not call me they were going to be delayed I had to call them to see what was the poroblem. They finely came and did the work. As far as I am concerned thier prices for six feet of fence were too much and customer service was poor. I will not use this company again.
Description of Work: Repaired 6 feet of chain link fence that need to be repaired when large tree was removed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0
$300
RICHARD G.
10/2010
5.0
fencing, pool cleaners
+ 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: this is a family owned and run business and they take their reputation and responsibility to the customer seriously we have received consistently excellent support pre-construction, during construction and now during our first year of pool ownership. we love our saltwater pool and the quality of meier's workmanship and service. we also had meier install an aluminum fence - good job, beautiful fence. it enhances the pool area as does the decorative concrete - they have great samples to view at their store. they offer a pool chemical/pool care class in the spring that is great.
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Service Categories
Fencing,
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FAQ
Meiers Outdoor World, Inc. is currently rated 3.2 overall out of 5.
Meiers Outdoor World, Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Meiers Outdoor World, Inc. offers free project estimates.
No, Meiers Outdoor World, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Meiers Outdoor World, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
No, Meiers Outdoor World, Inc. does not offer emergency services.
No, Meiers Outdoor World, Inc. does not offer warranties.
Meiers Outdoor World, Inc. offers the following services: Swimming Pool Supply Store