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Waterboy's Spas

Pool and Spa Service

About us

$75 for service call, $15 every quarter hour. 3 employees.

Business highlights

31 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Spa and Hot Tub repair, winterizations, and new hot tub covers.

Services we don't offer

Pools, new spa sales, concrete decks & indoor spas.


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.736 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
89%
4
3%
3
0%
2
6%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 36 reviews

Guy P.
08/2021
1.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
They came to evaluate… took my money and said they would get back to me.. Now they won’t answer calls or tell me why they are not taking my calls…
Description of Work: Fix spa leak and make spa functional.. tore apart my insulation in spa and dint find leak

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

$150

Leslie C.
08/2015
2.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
In the beginning of working with Mr. Bullis, we were happy with his professionalism. He provided excellent service for a good price. We then had a couple leaks that required our hot tub to be lifted/moved to be fixed. It is on a raised deck so it must be raised in place. Mr. Bullis had to arrange for people to help him set the tub on blocks. This added many complications. I feel we were very patient with him but more than 9 months later it is still up on blocks and we have turned to another company to finish the repairs. The other company has not yet finished, but what Mr. Bullis could not or would not do in 9 months they seem likely to finish in one month. The other company has also had to redo a repair that Mr. Bullis did which turned out to be inadequate. This is a small company and went from sometimes not returning calls to never returning them. They also generally do not call to explain why they could not come out to do the work as scheduled or to schedule a new date. I would have been much more understanding for one of the long delays if a message had been put on their answering machine that Tim was in the hospital. Instead we just didn?t get a call back. We gave Mr. Bullis months to return and finish work, but he did not. We were hesitant to call someone else because we wanted to believe Mr.Bullis would keep his word. In all we are disappointed in the change in the company from our initial contacts with them to the current situation. We will not use them again.
Description of Work: Began repairing hot tub leaks but did not complete the job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$600

Kavia K.
12/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Most online troubleshooting websites indicated that the motor had been discontinued. Tim informed us that they had recently resumed production and was able to acquire one for us. He ordered the motor and installed it in a very timely manner. It is clear that Tim is passionate about spas. His work was quick and professional. He discussed with us how to best care for the old tub, cover, jets, etc. and showed us how to tell if parts were starting to wear down. I will definitely call him first for any future work required on my spa.
Description of Work: Tim replaced a hard-to-find Cal Spa dualy on our ~10 year old tub.

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
$700

JENNY B.
08/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
We required filters and chemicals which Mr. Bullis obtained and provided to us on a subsequent visit. We were very impressed with the professionalism shown both in person and via telephone. Its obvious they care about providing good service. As a result we have since had multiple enjoyable soaks in our "new" hot tub!
Description of Work: Being brand new owners of our very first hot tub (used) we needed LOTS of information on getting started and what to do next. This company provided us answers for the preliminary set up work required before they could come out to make sure it was a functional tub. Once we got all the electrical work completed Mr. Bullis came to our home to check out all other parts of our system for any potential problems. He quickly identified and fixed one problem that was preventing the unit from starting up. He was very thorough and patiently answered all of our many questions about the operation of the tub as well as how to handle the necessary chemicals.. He even answered questions we didn't know we should ask.

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

leigh O.
07/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Fantastic company! The technician was friendly, very experienced/knowledgable and he came exactly when he said he would. He came out to fix the hot tub pump because the pump had stopped working, although he quickly determined that the problem was not with the pump but with the 240 volt line coming into the hot tub. Even though this was not something that Waterboy's could fix the technician was extremely kind and spent a good deal of time looking at the breaker box and the line itself so that he could determine where the issue might be and how to fix it so that I knew what to tell the electrician when he came to repair the problem. After he had done all this work he told me that he had not been able to fix the problem so he would not charge me for the visit. This was unbelievably kind of him and completely unnecessary but very appreciated! He also gave me some tips on how to keep my hot tub in good shape. I will definitely be using Waterboy's from now on for everything relating to my hot tub! Exceptional company!
Description of Work: Waterboy's came out to repair my hot tub pump, but determined that the problem was not with the hot tub but with the power line to the 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

Dustin E.
07/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
It went very well. He came out the same day I called and diagnossed the failed pump in 15 minutes. He quickly ordered the pump and charged me via a square on his iPhone. They called me a week later when the pump arrived and he scheduled a meeting the next day and replaced it in 30 minutes! Great service and I would use him again.
Description of Work: Replaced circulation pump in my sundance bahia 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
$105

Linda L.
07/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Called on the 3rd and Waterboys came out same day -- in the evening --- reviewed the spa and gave us an actual estimate at the time. Needed a new motor and heater. He came by the next day and fixed it! He came back the next week and went over maintence with us. So VERY VERY helpful.....I would gladly recommend Waterboys to anyone.
Description of Work: Our Hot Tub had been broken for sometime.

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
$617.99

Patty E.
05/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Tim and Linda are so nice. My cover was delivered within the time frame promised and was installed. They are down home people who care about doing things right. I am so glad I found them on Angie's list. I will definitely call them for all my hot tub repairs.
Description of Work: I purchased a hot tub cover. When installing, Tim saw I had a small leak and fixed it.

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

John L.
01/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
They were quick, polite and to the point. Walked me through a couple of tests over the phoneso that their visit was quicker.
Description of Work: Replaced a heating element on our 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
$200

kim H.
11/2013
4.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Very hard to get a hold of, but I was satisfied when I did Have used again and am happy.
Description of Work: Very hard to get a hold of, but I was satisfied when I did

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Waterboy's Spas
Sorry if we were hard to get a hold of but we are just a small mom and pop (who are feeling their age) service company It is just me (office) and Tim (service) so sometimes when we are busy, more calls have to go to voicemail. We do appreciate and value all of our customers and try our hardest to provide great service. Thanks for your input.

Kenneth B.
05/2013
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
They came out and were just wonderful people. I hve no experience with hot tubs and he showed me minor repairs and diagnosis and gave us plenty of tips for care and cleaning. Repairs were quick and his inspection thorough. Can't wait for him to come back and clean and open the tub so we can use it. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Hot Tub had not been working for over a year. He came, diagnosed the leak and repaired it. Checked each system and found the electric issue causing the breaker to break and repaired it. Gave us a very fair price on a new top for the hot tub so we paid for it and it will arrive in 6 to 8 weeks. Also told us of possible impending issues and gave us a chance to think about it. Since tub needs to be cleaned and opened, he is coming back to do that in about a week. He will ensure no bacteria from being empty for over a year, clean and polish it and get the chemicals started so they are easier to deal with.

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
$500

Michael D.
05/2013
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Outstanding service. Tim was great to work with and he provided honest advice at a very reasonable price. Highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Inspection of our broken Vicking hot tub. He actually recommend having it replaced (he would not benefit as he does not sell hot tubs) rather than repair it. I had him remove the existing 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
$250

JIM D.
05/2012
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
I called Waterboys Spa and scheduled a time for repair, but Linda told me to change the filter and sometimes that will start the heating process. It did for a couple of days, then stopped heating again. I called again several days later and it took three days for a call back and another time was scheduled. Tim Bullis checked it out and a wire had come loose. Being as he had replaced/fixed it in June 2011, there was no charge. Tim also offered advise on maintaining the unit. I will use him again if needed. .
Description of Work: Hot tub not heating after being shut down for the winter, Tim Bullis had repaired the tub last June 22, 2011. See previous report.

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

Deborah D.
03/2011
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
The person I spoke with was very knowledgeable and professional. However, the rates posted on Angie's List, as well as their location in proximity to my home is way off. They told me they moved 8 years ago and were no longer located in the area Angie's List had put on their company information screen. Also, their rates are higher than what is seen on Angie's List. They now charge $75 for a service call, and their labor rates are $60/hr. I would suggest Angie's List contact this company and get up-dated information.
Description of Work: I called this company to see about repairing a hot tub.

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

ROBERT W.
11/2010
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
He did a very good job. It's a one man operation. He does an excellent job. I would recommend him for sure.
Description of Work: I used them for a hot tub repair 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
$210

DAVID C.
11/2010
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Linda gave the advice freely. I look forward to using them in the future when my hot tub really does need service!
Description of Work: My hot tub was making a strange sound and spouting water. Linda advised me via a phone call to check the water levels. This seems to have fixed the problem. She also gave me some good advice on using the hot tub over the winter.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ty M.
11/2010
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Waterboys Spas was great - I will use them again and I'm happy to recommend them to others. They are knowledgeable, professional, punctual, and they do everything possible to fix whatever is wrong as cost-effectively as possible.
Description of Work: Our spa control panel began acting up in the fall of 2009. The display would go blank, the buttons wouldn't function, and the pumps / blower would turn on and off on their own. Waterboys Spas came out and discovered that there was a significant amount of water behind the control panel (a drain hole was covered by foam insulation). Some of the water had seeped into the electronics, so they took the panel apart, dried it out, and told me to let it sit for a few days and then see if the problem was resolved. They also opened the drain hole to avoid future problems. Even after drying out, the panel continued to have problems, so I called and had them order a new panel. They came out the next week and installed the new panel.

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
$350

Barbara H.
08/2010
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Tim did a great job. We've used them a couple times and he is prompt, knowlegable and friendly. Would highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Our spa needed repairs after a storm came through.

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

Mark L.
04/2008
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
We had Tim out after our hot tub froze due to a broken heater during the winter. Tim looked things over and recommended that it was not worth repairing. He gave us some excellent recommendations on a new tub. We really appreciated his professionalism and honesty.
Description of Work: Made a service call on a frozen hot tub.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

STEVE & LINDA K.
08/2003
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
THE COMPANY MADE AN EXTRA EFFORT TO GET THE REPAIRS COMPLETED WITHIN THE TIME THAT WE NEEDED. THE TECHNICIAN WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND COURTEOUS.
Description of Work: REPLACED TIME CLOCK AND THERMOSTAT.

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
$260

Mark L.
06/2003
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
EXCELLENT SERVICE. I HAD TO CALL A COUPLE OF TIMES TO GET THROUGH, BUT WHEN I DID, I WAS VERY PLEASED. HE GAVE ME A NUMBER OF TIPS ON SPA CARE THAT WILL REALLY HELP.
Description of Work: REPLACED BROKEN VALVE ON 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
$75

LORI S.
04/2003
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
WATERBOY''S CAME OUT IMMEDIATELY, WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL, FOUND THE PROBLEM INSTANTLY AND ONLY CHARGED US, I THINK, $15.00 FOR THE SERVICE + SERVICE CALL. IT HAS BEEN WORKING GREAT EVER SINCE!!! THEY ALSO GAVE US HELPFUL HINTS IN OTHER AREAS TOO REGARDING OUR SPA & ITS PARTS SINCE WE INHERITED IT. I WILL BE USING THEM AGAIN AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM!!!!
Description of Work: OUR HOT TUB WOULD NOT COOL DOWN. EARLIER IN THE WINTER IS WAS NOT HEATING SO WE FIGURED SOMETHING WAS UP WITH THE THERMOSTAT.

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
$65

Mark L.
01/2002
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
VERY RESPONSIVE...RETURNED ORIGINAL CALL PROMPTLY. ARRANGED APPOINTMENT, AND SERVICE PERSON ARRIVED ON TIME. REPLACED PARTS QUICKLY. ALSO GAVE ME SOME GOOD TIPS ON WHAT TO WATCH FOR IN THE FUTURE. I WOULD DEFINITELY CALL THEM AGAIN FOR FURTHER REPAIRS.
Description of Work: REPLACED SOME FAULTY VALVES ON A 7 YEAR OLD 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
$90

RAYMOND L.
11/2000
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
THEY WERE WONDERFUL AND MEMBER HIGHLY RECOMMENDS.
Description of Work: 2 VISITS WERE MADE, ONE TO FIX HEATER AND ANOTHER TO REPAIR WIRING IN JETS AND REPLACE A BREAKER.

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
$316

Chip B.
09/2000
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
FAMILY BUSINESS THAT HAS A VERY GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE ORIENTATION.
Description of Work: HOT TUB REHABBING/CHANGING OUT PLUMBING CONNECTIONS, VALVES, FILTER, AND HEATING ELEMENT.

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
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Contact information

unknown, Columbus, OH 43204


Service hours

Monday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

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Service Categories

Pool and Spa Service

FAQ

Waterboy's Spas is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Waterboy's Spas accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
No, Waterboy's Spas does not offer free project estimates.
No, Waterboy's Spas does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Waterboy's Spas does not offer a senior discount.
No, Waterboy's Spas does not offer emergency services.
No, Waterboy's Spas does not offer warranties.
Waterboy's Spas offers the following services: Spa and Hot Tub repair, winterizations, and new hot tub covers.
Pools, new spa sales, concrete decks & indoor spas.

Contact information

unknown, Columbus, OH 43204


Service hours

Monday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM