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FARWELL POOLS

Pool and Spa Service

About us

As a family-owned and locally operated company, we know the value of delivering value at the time of construction and throughout the lifespan of your pool or spa. Through cost savings, efficiencies and long-term quality, Farwell Pools & Spas gains repeat business and solid customer referrals. To date, we’ve built more than 1,000 pools! Our passion for pools and spas began in 1968, when President Duane Farwell and his father, Coyt, set out to expand a career path rooted in electrical work and plumbing. Later, Duane’s three brothers joined the company, bringing expert knowledge of excavation, plumbing and pump installation. Today, third- and fourth-generation Farwells further strengthen the mix of personal service and work ethic you can count on. We also are the area's exclusive dealer of Dynasty Spas and swim spas. We know our products and construction inside and out, and we design for maximum quality and enjoyment while minimizing maintenance. All you have to do is Just Add Water.

Business highlights

56 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

We build inground vinyl lined pools and do our own excavating. We service all of our pools and those that are not ours. We service spas and carry a top of the line brand in our newly renovated show room. We offer free pool water testing and advice, pool inspections and pool fill ins. From minor updates to a complete makeover, you can refresh your pool with, new decking-replacement vinyl liner-upgrades in solar-safety or autocovers-fun new accessories-water features-energy-efficient equipment

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.210 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
50%
4
20%
3
0%
2
20%
1
10%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.1
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.1
punctuality
4.2
Showing 1-10 of 10 reviews

Mike B.
09/2016
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
They have always been reasonable and helpful. I do not have a problem recommending them for anything pool related.
Description of Work: I have used these people for a variety of services over the years-major as well as minor. Their solar cover reel was my first contact and it solved the typical saggy cover problems and after many years is still in good working condition. They have also replaced my liner and I was happy with that job. I also have used them to open and close my pool.

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
$150

Ronald A.
04/2016
1.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Personnel were quite unfamiliar with their spa line. They were supposed to follow-up with the answer to a simple question. After more than a week passed without information, I called to inquire status. They were going to "get to it". I mentioned that I was a serious buyer and looked forward to their response. It never came. We revisited the showroom about a week later. They still didn't know product details or the status of our question. We gave up and bought the same spa from a Beloit dealer who understood the product, was responsive, and seemed to be happy for the business. We always prefer to buy locally, but will only go so far . . .
Description of Work: We wanted to buy a spa that this provider offered.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


David S.
09/2015
2.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Called to inquire about getting replacement ropes for my coverstar cover. They promised to get a quote and never called back. Clearly weren't interested in the business.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


William L.
07/2014
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
They really know what they're doing. They're very competent. The other thing that really stands out to me is that I have dealt with a number of other pool maintenance people and all the other ones did not always seem to know what they were doing. There were things they should have told me about that they didn't. Farwell always notices things. They go other way to point things out. They point out things that may need repair. They ask permission before they do them. I like that about them. I think they're very thorough. They have a great attention to detail.
Description of Work: We use Farwell Pools.

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

James F.
08/2012
4.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Farwell did very good quality work on our pool by replacing our pool liner. However, the installer's professionalism was lacking; slow to respond, did not communicate start date (Wife asking me "when are they coming?" over and over and I had understanding of start date), and did not communicate date to finish leftover work -- I had figured Farwell was finished, so I went about completing the opening of the pool, and days later, Dan showed up, however I had completed the work of the opening (about 1.5 hours of work).
Description of Work: Replacing pool liner and pool start up.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,825

Mark M.
07/2012
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
I can't say enough good things about Farwell. They have always done a fine job for me. Their online scheduling is painless. They show up when they say they are going to. Their workers are friendly and explain things well. They also seem to have mostly the same crew from year to year so they must be treating their employees well. They work efficiently. This is a very professional organization and team. Some have told me you can find cheaper services - which I am not convinced of. I am happy to pay the money and know that my pool is taken care of in the right way the first time. I highly recommend them. I am a real customer from Middleton and not a paid spokesperson!
Description of Work: I have used Farwell's sevices to open and close my pool each season for about the past six years. I have also used them for other maintenance as needed - which fortunately has not been often.. A+

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
$203

MARYANNE H.
07/2012
4.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
Their prices are fine. They overlooked something and we had to redo it. I can't comment on the particulars about that because it was my husband who did it. We have always received good service from them and this time we did not. Their punctuality was fine. We will continue to use them.
Description of Work: Farwell Pools services our pool. They opened the pool. They made sure that everything was right and hook things up that were unhooked for the winter. They made sure that everything was in working order and checked the chemicals.

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
$178

Steven C.
08/2011
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
It took about 5 weeks to finally get them to visit the site and give me a quote, but, once they did engage they did a great job. I should also point out that I was not able to get two other competing contractors to respond either.
Description of Work: Major 20 year maintenance and modification to our pool. Removed old liner. Repainted metal coping and fiber glass stairway. Filled in deep end of pool to bring it from an 8 ft depth to a 5 foot depth. nstalled new drains, new pool light and new vinyl liner.

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
$6,000

William K.
07/2011
2.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
The only reason I brought it up is because last time when they came it cost us a $1000 but they did not fix the problem. I have to give them high marks on responsiveness because they tried their best. There was another company who came out to fix the problem.
Description of Work: I used Farwell Pools about two years ago.

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

$1,000

KEN P.
12/2006
5.0
pool cleaners
  + -1 more
It went very well! It took two visits. On the first, diagnostic, visit, the man said that with the leaking pipe in question might be very hard to reach the spot of the leak, and consequently quite expensive. I said that nevertheless the pipe had to be fixed. Imagine my pleasure when I got home the day of the repair job and the men said that they had been lucky and the repair was relatively easy to reach. It was my first contracted work with Farwell after having been associated with other local pool companies, and I was impressed.
Description of Work: I had a leak in the return line to my in-ground swimming pool.

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

    Contact information

    3818 CITY ROAD AB, Madison, WI 53718

    www.farwellpools.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

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    Service Categories

    Pool and Spa Service

    FAQ

    FARWELL POOLS is currently rated 4.2 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    FARWELL POOLS accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    No, FARWELL POOLS does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, FARWELL POOLS offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, FARWELL POOLS does not offer a senior discount.
    No, FARWELL POOLS does not offer emergency services.
    No, FARWELL POOLS does not offer warranties.
    FARWELL POOLS offers the following services: We build inground vinyl lined pools and do our own excavating. We service all of our pools and those that are not ours. We service spas and carry a top of the line brand in our newly renovated show room. We offer free pool water testing and advice, pool inspections and pool fill ins. From minor updates to a complete makeover, you can refresh your pool with, new decking-replacement vinyl liner-upgrades in solar-safety or autocovers-fun new accessories-water features-energy-efficient equipment

    Contact information

    3818 CITY ROAD AB, Madison, WI 53718

    www.farwellpools.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM