The “idea” of Aqua Pools started in the spring of 1974 when we completed our first in ground pool. At that time it was under the name of Mr. Macks in ground pool division. After the first few pools were finished, word of our quality in ground pools spread throughout Evergreen Park and Orland Park. Mr. Macks became so busy with in ground swimming pools that in the fall of 1978 a separate entity was formed and Aqua Pools officially became a reality.
Business highlights
47 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
In ground & above ground pools. Spas & hot tubs. Ceramic grills. Pool-lighting, heaters, pumps & salt sanitation. Vinyl liner & fiberglass pools. Concrete work.
Description of Work: They replaced our pool liner. It did not go well. When they first installed the new liner there were large wrinkles left in the bottom of the pool. The installer blamed it on the liner manufacturer saying the liner was not made properly and the Aqua a Pools salesman said it was an installation problem. A week later the owner of the installation company came out and redid the installation removing many of the wrinkles. Unfortunately after filling the pool we found it wad leaking. A week later the installation company came back and tightened one of the fittings. When they left they left our fence gate open and our dogs got out. They were listing for a day, then we found them at animal control and have spent $350 in fees and vet bills for the kennel cough they picked up while impounded. We refilled the pool again and it is still leaking. We've spent hundreds of dollars in replacement water and chemicals. I notified Aqua Pools and the installer that the pool is still leaking but have no response with a repair date.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$1,000
Donald P.
06/2015
3.0
pool cleaners
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unknown
Description of Work: On April 2, I called and ordered a brand-new liner. I gave my credit card information and set up a time for the install for 16 April. At no time was I informed that vinyl liners should not be installed until the temperature on average is above 65°. When I heard nothing from the installer on the 15th, I sent a text to confirm. After a few texts and a phone call, they were set up for the next day. Turns out the reason they weren't scheduled, is that after taking my credit card information, the liner was never ordered. They drained the pool and left. I had to place several calls to get the liner, and then learned it was too early to install. Two months later, the installer they hired called about the mess left by the previous installer, but worked VERY hard to get the new liner properly installed. | |I am happy now with the results, but felt the professionalism overall lacking. Especially when Inwas blamed for not giving my credit card on the first call, and my notes said otherwise.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
$754
Response from Aqua Pools Inc
[Member name], We would like to apologize for the experience that you had. We are very happy that ultimately the liner was installed to your expectations. The next time you are in our store, please speak with the manager on duty and we would like to make it up to you. Thank you for the business, Jim Eiler
Loretta M.
10/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
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unknown
Description of Work: Took nearly 2 weeks to get them out to look at pool heater. They did a cleaning but the problem continued. They came back out quickly and replaced a part.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Geraldine M.
10/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
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unknown
Description of Work: It went very well Pool developed several cracks water removed cracks filled everything fine, Will use them to close the pool and open it next year. |I am very satisfied with their work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Phil J.
08/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
+ -1 more
unknown
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
Judith M.
08/2014
4.0
pool cleaners
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Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
RICHARD R.
08/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
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Prompt and professional.
Description of Work: Got hot tub working
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
$200
Richard G.
06/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
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Went great. They showed up on time and did what they were supposed to do. Last year I used Russos and they charged $500. This year they wanted $600. Aquapools did it for $205 and I feel they did just as good a job. That is a lot less money for the same service. It was cheaper to do it in April than May or June and that's why we opened so early.
Description of Work: Opened the pool this season
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
$205
Mike K.
04/2014
5.0
swimming pools
+ -1 more
They did a wonderful job and I am happy with the service.
Description of Work: I've got a pool from Aqua Pools, Inc.
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
$12,000
Kathleen A.
07/2013
1.0
pool cleaners
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I also wanted to call back and discuss the matter with the owner instead of the and quot;office managerand quot; and the phone number they gave me did not work Very unprofessional. Guess they don't need or want any new business.
Description of Work: I have called this provider on numerous occasions - service calls were always 3 weeks out. I had an appointment scheduled finally and the day before the service call their office called me and demanded to keep a credit card on file before they came out.. I do not give anyone my credit card to keep on file. I would assure them that I would pay in full at the end of the service call. They did not quote me price nor had a clue as to what issues I was having with my pool - just give me the credit card or else.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$400
James O.
07/2013
5.0
pool cleaners
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First time I ever used Aqua Pools. I was having trouble with my Hayward Pool Heater and had no idea who to use. Located them on Angie's list and gave them a shot. No complaints at all about the work done or the service technician that came out. Thought it was a little expensive though.
Description of Work: Fixed pool heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
NANCY O.
07/2013
5.0
swimming pools
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They were very knowledgeable. It was great.
Description of Work: I used Aqua Pools, Inc. We ordered a 21 foot pool and they installed it in a timely order.
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
$2,800
Melissa K.
05/2013
3.0
pool cleaners
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They sold us above ground pump when we needed one for much larger inground pool. They had teenagers working who were not knowledgeable and then they didn't want to take it back and I had to go to BBB and they finally refunded the money. I felt they had bad business practices.
Description of Work: Bought a pool pump.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$1,000
becky R.
03/2013
5.0
pool cleaners, swimming pools
+ 0 more
The experience was very good. Everything that was promised was done. We got one other price and Aqua Pools was about $6,000 more but I liked the fact that I could put in a salt system with this one so I paid more knowing that I would get something different.
Description of Work: I used Aqua Pools to put in a pool. They were here last year to open my pool and they are scheduled to come again on 4/17 to open my pool.
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
$48,000
Michael R.
10/2012
4.0
pool cleaners
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We placed the order in April, and the dig didn't start until mid June. We were delayed by permits, and while weather was great (very dry) Aqua got a much later start on this than we expected. Originally, the expectation was to be done by late June, early July. The project was completed by July20th, with a lot of prompting. They were also delayed by the extreme heat (100F plus temps) which I can understand, and didn't have a problem with. Jim is a very proactive communicator, and we appreciated that. His crews are seasoned, and know what they are doing. The concrete deck was done by one of his contractors, and they did a great job. The city we are in has a rather rigorous inspection process, so we were frequently delayed by this, however Jim handled it well. I'd recommend Aqua to anyone looking to build a pool. The only reason I didn't give them an A, was I think they could have done a better job managing the process, and getting their architect to be more responsive, and scheduling crews a little more expeditiously. They completed this about 3 weeks later than we had hoped, and was originally communicated. But other than that, the most important part is the overall build quality, and I think Aqua has built us a quality pool. Their follow on services for pool closing, and their shop in Homer Glen seems to have anything you'd ever need for pool supplies, water chemistry, etc. Jim will give you all the options and choices you would ever want for a pool. And any design, or shape, whether its inground fiberglass, or vinyl liner etc. We very much enjoyed our pool for what was left of the season, and are already looking forward to next summer, and many more to come. P.S. Also if you need landscaping done, Jim recommends a contractor by the name of Jimenez and Sons. They are fantastic, and I would certainly highly recommend them for quality of service provider, timeliness, and reasonable pricing.
Description of Work: Aqua installed an in ground pool. Lazy L design. For the most part they did a very good job. We get a lot of compliments on the pool and the liner looks almost like real stone at the border level. It's a very complete package they offer, including 250k btu heater, cartridge filter, inline chlorinator, mineral cartridge. They also installed gas and electric, which some builders don't provide as part of their quote.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000
Lisa H.
09/2012
5.0
pool cleaners
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They are very helpful and provide great customer service. They communicate well and are very knowledgeable.
Description of Work: I go to them for all repair, services, and products for my pool.
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
CHRISTINA A.
08/2011
5.0
pool cleaners
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I chose Aqua Pools for their good reviews and a friend's recommendation. I'm purchasing a home with an in-ground pool and have no idea how to care for a pool. The pool has been closed for a year, smells like a swamp and is a luxury mosquito condo. The woman on the phone explained that it would cost over $300 to open the pool to clean it, then another $300+ dollars to close the pool for the season. She recommended waiting until spring to open it and clean it and in the meantime using liquid chlorine to get the smell out and deter the mosquitoes. Thank you kind woman for saving me over $300 and the embarrassment of having a stinky pool. You have just won yourself a loyal customer. I will call back in the spring to have my pool serviced.
Description of Work: Clean and close in ground pool. And teach me how to do it myself for the future.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
nancy K.
07/2011
5.0
pool cleaners
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They were very helpful and very nice. They got me to the right person. I would never have found him without them. I would use them if I had an in ground pool.
Description of Work: I spoke to Aqua Pools on the phone and they could not help me but they sent me to a wonderful person to help. They didn't do what I needed to have done but they couldn't do what I needed to have done. I had a lot of leaves in my pool and they only do in ground pools and I have an above ground pool.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
becky R.
07/2011
5.0
pool cleaners
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They have tagged me with a once a week person who comes out to check the pool. I am a contractor and I feel there is a better way to communicate when you are spending substantial amount of money. There is no way I would not allow my office to not return a call because it is raining outside. They think their customers are migratory. My pool took probably an excess of six weeks to complete. It was double than the normal of 15 days weather permitting. They might have been under staffed but all in all they rectified the problem by giving me a full maintenance person for the entire year who would come in once a week. I love the guy who comes to service the pool. I would recommend them for pool service. I have no dislikes about the guy who cleans the pool. He explains everything to me and I or my kids are not uncomfortable with him being here. He is very personable and he did a great job. We had a little problem with our pool. We had a salt water pool with a Hayward system and the rut came out and it started beeping. The guy who cleaned the pool went in and was gracious enough to call the people and inform them that there was a problem with it. He heard it beeping and it wouldn't stop. He actually had to press some button and he brought it to our attention. It was not like he cleaned the pool and didn't bother. He had a shock in the pool and there is something wrong with the system again. It is not that it is not beeping but it is not registering and it is shutting off on its own. He brought it to our attention and told us that he would get it rectified. He has done a great job and I have had him here about four times. He is doing such a great job that I would hire him again next year whatever it is to come and maintain the pool. I don't actually get a window time frame to know when he is going to come out. He normally comes in the middle of the day and most of the time I am here. If I am not here he leaves me a note and overall I am happy with it.
Description of Work: I used the service of Aqua Pools for pool service and he comes out once a week.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Joseph B.
12/2010
5.0
pool cleaners
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Actual installation work was done by a two-man team from Richards Pool Services out of Merrilville, IN. Aqua Pools is the seller/delivery agent of the hardware and recommends third-party installation services. The installation crew from Richards Pool Services was efficient and capable, all work was done quickly (about 4 hours) and professionally. The installers explained service and upkeep to a first-time pool owner clearly and comprehensively. Very good experience.
Description of Work: Delivery and installation of a 15' diameter above ground pool. Included leveling pool area, setting up and testing filter and pump and filling pool.
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
$2,500
CAMILLE F.
10/2008
5.0
pool cleaners
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We are still contemplating getting the hot tub. If we do decide to get a hot tub we will definitely get it from them.
Description of Work: We were looking into getting a hot tub.
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Service Categories
Pool and Spa Service,
Pool Sales Construction and Installation,
Outdoor Kitchens,
Landscaping - Lighting,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Exterior Painting,
Appliance Sales and Installation,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Water Heaters,
Lighting,
Landscaping,
Gas Grills
FAQ
Aqua Pools Inc is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Aqua Pools Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, Aqua Pools Inc does not offer free project estimates.
No, Aqua Pools Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Aqua Pools Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Aqua Pools Inc does not offer emergency services.
No, Aqua Pools Inc does not offer warranties.
Aqua Pools Inc offers the following services: In ground & above ground pools. Spas & hot tubs. Ceramic grills. Pool-lighting, heaters, pumps & salt sanitation. Vinyl liner & fiberglass pools. Concrete work.