Custom Pool Builder Serving Akron, Ohio
Elevate Your Backyard. Invest in Your Home. Enjoy It for Life.
Most homeowners only build one pool in their lifetime, so the builder they pick carries a lot of weight. Premier 1 Pool and Patio has been that builder for families across the Akron area for years. We are based in Stow, about fifteen minutes from downtown, and our entire business is built around designing, constructing, and maintaining custom pools for Northeast Ohio homeowners.
That focus matters. We are not a general contractor who takes on a pool project here and there. Pools are what we do every day, and that depth of experience shows up in the details: how a pool is sited on a sloped lot, how plumbing is routed to survive a hard freeze, and how the finished product looks and performs years after the last truck leaves.
Pools Designed Around Your Property and Your Life
Akron backyards are not all the same, and a good pool design reflects that. Some of our clients have large flat lots with plenty of room to work. Others have rolling grades, mature trees, or tight setbacks that require a more creative approach. Either way, our design team starts with the property and works outward, not the other way around.
We spend real time in the early stages understanding how you plan to use the pool. A family with young kids has different priorities than a couple who wants a quiet retreat or someone who plans to entertain all summer. That conversation shapes everything from the pool’s shape and depth to the patio layout, lighting, water features, and how the whole space connects back to the house. By the time we hand you a proposal, you will have a clear picture of what your backyard is going to look like, what it will cost, and how long the build will take.
Built for Ohio, Not Just Built
Anyone can dig a hole and fill it with water. Building a pool that holds up through Northeast Ohio winters is a different skill set entirely. The ground here freezes deep, spring brings serious hydrostatic pressure, and clay soils shift in ways that punish shortcuts. We build with all of that in mind, choosing materials, structural methods, and equipment that are suited to this climate specifically.
During construction, a dedicated project manager keeps the job moving and keeps you in the loop. You will know what is happening, when it is happening, and what comes next. We have found that most of the frustration homeowners experience with pool builds comes from poor communication, not poor construction, so we treat both with the same level of attention.
Akron Neighborhoods and Communities We Serve
Our Stow location puts us within easy reach of neighborhoods across the Akron metro. We regularly build and service pools in:
- West Akron and Highland Square
- Merriman Valley and Sand Run
- Wallhaven and Fairlawn Heights
- Firestone Park and Kenmore
- Ellet, Goodyear Heights, and North Hill
- Copley, Bath, and Fairlawn
- Cuyahoga Falls, Tallmadge, and Munroe Falls
We Also Renovate, Maintain, and Repair
Pool Renovation and Remodeling
If your home came with a pool that has seen better days, we can bring it back. We do everything from liner swaps and coping repairs to complete overhauls with new equipment, modern lighting, automation, and updated decking. For a lot of homeowners, renovation is the smarter play compared to starting from scratch, and we will give you an honest assessment of which path makes the most sense.
Weekly Maintenance
We run weekly service routes across the Akron area from spring opening through fall closing. Our technicians handle water chemistry, filter and pump checks, cleaning, and seasonal prep so you can enjoy the pool without managing it. It is one of those things that sounds simple until you try to stay on top of it yourself every week.
Equipment Repair and Replacement
Pumps fail. Heaters quit. Salt cells wear out. When something goes wrong, our technicians diagnose the problem and give you a straight answer on whether a repair or a replacement is the better move. We keep common parts on hand and get most repairs turned around quickly.
Why People Stick with Premier 1
A lot of our maintenance clients started as construction clients. They built a pool with us, had a good experience, and stayed on for service. That is the cycle we have built our business around, and it only works when the construction holds up and the relationship is worth continuing.
We are local, we are reachable, and we do what we say we are going to do. There is no national call center, no rotating crew of strangers. You will work with the same team from the first design conversation through your tenth summer with the pool.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to build a pool in Akron?
Most builds take between six and ten weeks from the start of excavation to completion. Timing depends on the design, permitting, weather, and site conditions. We lay out a full schedule before we break ground.
Do you take care of permits?
Yes. We handle permitting through whichever municipal office has jurisdiction over your property, whether that is the City of Akron or one of the surrounding townships.
What types of pools do you build?
We work with vinyl liner, fiberglass, and gunite. Each has trade-offs in terms of cost, aesthetics, durability, and maintenance, and we walk through all of that during the design phase so you can make the right call for your situation.
Can you fix up a pool that someone else built?
We do it all the time. A big chunk of our renovation and service work involves pools that were installed by other builders or came with the house. We will take a look, tell you what shape it is in, and recommend the best path forward.
How much does a custom pool cost?
It depends on the size, design, materials, features, and what your site needs in terms of prep work. We put together detailed proposals after an on-site visit so the number is based on your actual project, not a ballpark.
Ready to Talk About Your Pool?
If you have been thinking about a pool, a renovation, or just need someone to take over the maintenance on an existing one, we would like to hear from you. Schedule a consultation and we will come out, look at your property, and have an honest conversation about what is realistic and what it will take to get there.
Call us, visit our Stow showroom, or request a consultation online.
To begin the design process, call Premier 1 Pool and Patio at (330) 808-1112, visit our Stow showroom at 3310 Kent Road, Unit 7, or request a free design consultation online. We look forward to helping you design the backyard your family will remember for decades.
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Financing Options Available
We’ve partnered with industry-trusted lenders to make your dream spa more affordable:
- 100% financing available
- Terms up to 20 years
- No equity required
Quick approvals — no delays